Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Mechanic Position

Northwest Container Services (NWCS), a Waste Connections company, is looking to hire a highly motivated and safety driven Mechanic to work on a variety of lifts, chassis, small engines, gen sets, and construction equipment at our site in Portland, Oregon.

Pay range is $28-$35/HR DOE

Schedule is Monday-Friday

Shift is 5:00 AM to 1:30 PM with some overtime as needed.

Safety Sensitive:
Yes

• Shows up to work on time every day ready to work.
• Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
• Diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, engine, transmission, suspension, differential, planetary, wet and air brakes on vehicles and equipment.
• Have basic computer / electronic skills.
• Utilize vehicle computer electronic systems and laptop programs for repairs.
• Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.
• Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 75 pounds.

• Have a Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Provide your own mechanics tools.
• Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate service and technical information.
• Would prefer a Minimum of 2 to 4 years of experience working with heavy equipment. Would be open to high school or college graduates looking to get trained in the heavy equipment field.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits
• Uniforms/Safety Gear
• Yearly Boot allowance
• Tool Allowance

To be considered for any of our current openings you must complete an application.