Yard Technician

Beacon Recycling • Full-time • Muskegon, Michigan • 2w ago

Full-time

Description

The Yard Technician is responsible for safely maintaining and inspecting yard equipment to ensure consistent operation. This role also involves general equipment appearance and maintenance, identifying and communicating any quality, environmental, or production-related concerns, and preparing the yard for production while assisting maintenance with general equipment upkeep.

This is a 2nd shift position (1pm start time) that will be trained on 1st shift (7am start time) for a couple weeks before moving to the normal 1pm shift.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Serve as a liaison between Operations and Maintenance for post-operation tasks:
-- During production: Focus on operational efficiency.
-- During downtime: Act as the "eyes and ears" for maintenance by identifying and communicating potential servicing needs
Collaborate with other departments to ensure efficient overall operations and provide excellent customer service.
Cover breaks, vacation, or sick days for other team members as needed.
Assist with late-arriving trucks and coordinate yard activities to maintain efficiency.
Perform break-ins with equipment, ensuring safe operation.
Sweep roads and maintain a clean and organized working environment in the yard.
Empty bins under and around the shredder as part of routine operations.
Prepare the yard for upcoming production.
Assist Heavy Equipment Operators (HEOs).
Perform all pre-inspection checks and monitor equipment during operation. Perform troubleshooting and notify management of malfunctions.
Prepare and complete all required operating documents and reports.
Troubleshoot mechanical issues on equipment such as conveyors, bearings, belts, and framework using tools such as welders, torches, plasma torches, and other fabricating tools.
Complete work orders and inspections on operations and processing equipment, including (but not limited to): compressors, conveyors, shredders, screens, electric motors, electric tools, and air tools.
Willing to work flexible hours (outside normal business hours) when required.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Work Experience

General experience operating and maintaining large equipment preferred
Grapple operation experience required

Skills and Knowledge

Knowledge of equipment operation and and preventative maintenance.
Understanding of hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical systems.
Proficiency with basic hand/power tools and welding.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills for mechanical systems.
Good communication and customer service skills, including teamwork and collaboration.
Understanding of basic mechanical principles.
Ability to work independently and with minimal supervision.
Reliable attendance with strong attention to details, flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities.

WORKING CONDITIONS