Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job overview

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic role is an onsite position based in Etta, MS. Compensation is not specified, and the role supports the landfill operations team at Waste Connections. This role exists to maintain heavy machinery, ensuring equipment runs safely and efficiently. The mechanic performs diagnostics and repairs on landfill-specific equipment to support environmental and operational standards.

What you'll do

• Perform routine maintenance, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy equipment
• troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical systems
• conduct inspections
• maintain service records
• respond to field breakdowns
• ensure safety compliance.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

heavy equipment mechanic

etta ms

waste connections

maintenance

repair

diagnostics

hydraulics

no on-call

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) with match, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, EAP, Prepaid Legal, Stock Purchase Plan, Scholarship opportunities

About the employer

Waste Connections is hiring for this role. Industry: Solid Waste Landfill. Sector: 56.