Badger State Waste LLC is seeking a dependable, mechanically inclined Semi-Truck, Trailer & Agricultural Equipment Mechanic to join our team.
This is a hands-on position focused on maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing our semi trucks, trailers, tractors, pumps, agricultural equipment, and other heavy equipment.
We're looking for someone who takes pride in keeping equipment running, can troubleshoot problems, and is comfortable working independently. Experience working on farm equipment, diesel equipment, trucks, trailers, or heavy machinery is especially valuable.
Responsibilities
- Perform routine maintenance and repairs on semi trucks, trailers, tractors, pumps, agricultural equipment, and other machinery
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical problems
- Perform preventative maintenance and equipment inspections
- Repair and replace worn or damaged components
- Diagnose and repair brakes, suspension, electrical, hydraulic, and other mechanical systems
- Maintain and repair tractors and other agricultural equipment
- Troubleshoot and repair pumps and liquid-handling equipment
- Assist with welding, fabrication, and equipment modifications
- Prepare and maintain equipment to ensure it is ready for operation
- Respond to equipment breakdowns and make repairs as needed
- Maintain and organize tools, parts, and shop equipment
- Keep the shop and work areas clean, safe, and organized
Qualifications
- Semi truck, trailer, diesel, agricultural equipment, farming, or heavy-equipment mechanical experience preferred
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Experience repairing and maintaining tractors and agricultural equipment is a plus
- Diesel engine repair experience preferred
- Knowledge of brakes, suspension, electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems is a plus
- Experience with pumps and liquid-handling equipment is a plus
- Welding and fabrication experience is a plus
- Ability to work independently and solve problems
- Dependable and motivated
- Ability to perform physical work, including lifting, bending, climbing, pushing, and pulling
- Valid driver's license with a good driving record
- CDL is a plus, but not required
Who We're Looking For
We're interested in candidates with experience from a variety of mechanical backgrounds.
You may be a diesel mechanic, truck mechanic, farm mechanic, agricultural equipment mechanic, heavy-equipment mechanic, or someone who has gained significant hands-on mechanical experience working on your own farm or equipment.
If you know your way around semi trucks, trailers, tractors, farm machinery, diesel engines, pumps, or heavy equipment and have strong troubleshooting skills, we encourage you to apply.
We're looking for someone who is dependable, mechanically minded, and takes pride in doing the job right.
Schedule & Pay
- Full-time
- Monday through Friday
- Flexible hours
- Weekly pay
- Competitive wages
Benefits
- Health insurance after 30 days of employment
- Dental insurance after 30 days of employment
- Vision insurance after 30 days of employment
- Health savings account
- Short-term disability
- Life insurance
- 401(k) after 6 months of employment
- 401(k) matching
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Briefly describe the types of trucks, trailers, farm equipment, or heavy equipment you have personally repaired or maintained.
- How many years of hands-on mechanical experience do you have working on semi trucks, trailers, agricultural equipment, or heavy equipment?
-None
-Less than 1 year
-1–2 years
-3–5 years
-5+ years
- Which types of equipment do you have experience maintaining or repairing?
List all that apply.
-Semi trucks
-Semi trailers
-Diesel engines
-Tractors
-Agricultural/farm equipment
-Heavy equipment
-Pumps
-Hydraulic equipment
-None of the above
- Are you comfortable independently diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical problems?
-Yes
-Somewhat — I may need assistance with more complex repairs
-No
- Do you have experience performing brake, suspension, electrical, or hydraulic repairs?
-Yes, several of these areas
-Yes, one or two of these areas
-Limited experience
-No experience
- Do you have welding or fabrication experience?
-Yes
-Some experience
-No
- Do you have experience performing preventative maintenance and inspections on trucks, trailers, tractors, or other equipment?
-Yes
-Some experience
-No
- Are you comfortable working on a variety of equipment rather than specializing in only one type of vehicle or machine?
-Yes
-No
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Required)
- CDL (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
