Waste Connections

NOW HIRING Heavy Equipment/Yellow Iron Mechanic ASAP! (JED Landfill St Cloud)

Full-time

First seen by offpeak October 4, 2026

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Waste Connections is looking for a Heavy Equipment/Yellow Iron Mechanic to join the team at our location in St Cloud, FL.

6:30am to 5:00pm Monday though Friday and Saturday as needed.

$42.00 plus an hour DOE

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Performs repairs and assigned preventive maintenance services.
Performs inspections, diagnosis and repair of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on vehicles and equipment.
Several pieces of yellow iron currently on site. (Compactors, Dozers, Excavators, Motor grader, Water truck and Articulated Dump Truck)
Ability to efficiently operate bulldozers, wheel loaders, motor grader, scraper. Compactor experience preferred, but not required.
Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with corporate and OSHA standards.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL EFFORT:

Extensive physical activity. Requires strenuous physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects over 50 pounds.
Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks, which require following basic safety precautions.
Ability to operate heavy equipment is desired.
Knowledge of light and heavy equipment operation and maintenance.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to read, writes, comprehend and communicate service and technical information.
Minimum of 10 to 15 years of experience equivalent to CAT Field Technician that is directly related to the duties and responsibilities specified (both diesel and yellow iron experience).
CDL is preferred but not required at time of hire.
VETERAN are encourage to apply.

WHAT WE OFFER:

Excellent benefits including: medical, dental, vision, flexible spending account, long term disability, life insurance, 401K retirement and unlimited opportunities to "Connect with Your Future".
Garbage is very stable and we work year round!
VETERANS are encouraged to apply.

If you have questions or need help with your application feel free to call the Pete Carreon at 832-510-5681.

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Waste Connections is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability or protected veteran status.