Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Keep It Running. Keep It Safe. Keep It Moving.

Kootenai County Solid Waste is looking for a skilled Heavy Equipment Mechanic to help keep our fleet and facilities running strong. If you're hands-on, know your way around diesel engines, loaders, dump trucks, and shop tools, we want to hear from you.

This job is about real work with real impact-supporting essential services for your community while building a stable, long-term career.

Why You'll Love This Opportunity:

Competitive Pay: $25.10 to $$28.59 per hour depending on experience

Amazing Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, including health care for you and your dependents at our free medical clinic with primary care, select medications, lab services, and more.

Generous Paid Time Off: Earn up to 8 hours of vacation each month, with increases based on your years of service. We believe in giving you time to relax and recharge!

Secure Your Future: Benefit from a strong retirement plan through the Public Employees Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), so you can feel confident about your future.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

You'll take the lead on keeping a wide range of solid waste equipment running smoothly-everything from semi-tractors to trailers, loaders, backhoes, and dump trucks. You'll inspect, diagnose, repair, and even operate the equipment when needed. It's a mix of shop and field work with variety every day.

YOU'RE A GREAT FIT IF YOU:

• Know your way around diesel/automotive mechanics
• Can troubleshoot and fix hydraulics, electrical, and heavy equipment systems
• Have your own tools (we supply some too)
• You can work independently, set your own priorities, and keep things moving
• Don't mind working occasional weekends, holidays, or after-hours
• View job description here

REQUIREMENTS:

• Associate's degree or certification in Diesel/Automotive Mechanics (or solid hands-on experience)
• 3+ years of related experience
• Valid driver's license (must be insurable)
• Class B CDL (must be willing to get a Class A with tanker within 6 months)
• Familiar with OSHA safety standards (Lockout/Tagout, rigging, lifting devices, etc.)
• Able to get First Aid/CPR certified within 1 year

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Forklift Certification
• 40-Hour HAZWOPER (and 8-hour annual refresh)
• Waste Screening & Traffic Flagging
• Confined Space Entry
• Heavy Equipment Ops Training
• CFC Removal Certification
• Brake & Air Brake Inspection
• Lockout/Tagout Training

WHY KOOTENAI COUNTY?

Living in Kootenai County you are surrounded by mountains and more than 20 stunning lakes. It's a great place to live, raise a family, and build a future.

READY TO APPLY?

• Head to Employment Opportunities
• Attach your cover letter, resume, and copies of certifications
• You must pass a pre-employment and ongoing drug screening

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Kootenai County is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans Preference/Drug-Free Workplace