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Heavy Equipment Mechanic

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Barr-Tech Compost

Sprague, WA (In Person)

$62,400 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 5 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/18/2026

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Build a Career Working on Big Equipment Barr-Tech Compost is Eastern Washington's largest composting facility. We turn residential, commercial, agricultural, and green waste into high-quality compost that supports healthy soil, productive farms, beautiful landscapes, and a cleaner environment. We operate a large fleet of heavy equipment and production machinery, and we're looking for a dependable, motivated Heavy Equipment Mechanic to help keep our operation running strong. If you enjoy solving mechanical problems, working on big equipment, and being part of a hardworking team, we want to hear from you. What You'll Do You'll perform preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs on heavy equipment and plant machinery to keep production running safely and efficiently. Responsibilities Diagnose and repair diesel engines, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, cooling systems, air systems, and drivetrains Assist with urgent repairs to minimize downtime Repair and maintain production equipment including grinders, trommel screens, conveyors, and related machinery Communicate with operators and supervisors to troubleshoot issues and coordinate repairs Perform preventative maintenance Inspect equipment and document repairs, PMs, parts usage, and downtime Follow all shop and safety procedures including LOTO (lockout/tagout) Keep the shop clean, organized, and safe What We're Looking For 2-5 years of experience working on heavy equipment, diesel trucks, industrial equipment, or related machinery Strong mechanical troubleshooting and repair skills Working knowledge of diesel, hydraulic, and electrical systems Dependable, safety-focused, and self-motivated Ability to work independently and as part of a team Welding and fabrication experience is a plus Ability to work outdoors and in a physically active environment Employee must have standard hand tools Company provides specialty tools and diagnostic equipment Pay & Benefits $24-$36 per hour DOE 401(k) with 3% company match Health, dental, vision, and life insurance Paid time off Overtime opportunities Stable, year-round employment with long-term career growth Schedule Full-time 8 -10 hour shifts Primarily day shift with occasional nights/weekends as needed Requirements Must be able to commute daily to Barr-Tech near Sprague, WA • This position requires pre-employment and random drug testing in compliance with Washington State drug-testing laws, including
RCW 49.44.240
regarding limitations on pre-employment cannabis testing." Why Work at Barr-Tech? At Barr-Tech, you're not just turning wrenches, you're helping keep a growing operation moving. We value hard work, reliability, teamwork, and people who take pride in what they do. If you're looking for a long-term opportunity with a solid company and a wide variety of equipment to work on, apply today on Indeed.
Pay:
$24.00 - $36.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Ability to
Commute:
Sprague, WA 99032 (Required)
Work Location:
In person

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