Overview
Mechanic Jobs in Nitro, WV at RJ Recycling LLC
RJ Recycling, LLC, a division of The ProTrade Group LLC, a full-service metal scrap yard located in Nitro, WV, is seeking a Mechanic. The Mechanic is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, repairing, monitoring, and maintaining all mobile equipment. This role will be responsible for a fleet of various pieces of equipment used in multiple areas throughout the site. This role will be required to effectively interact with management, operators, and contractors.
What is the Role and Responsibilities?
▪ Ensure compliance with safety standards, maintain equipment, and surrounding area in good condition
▪ Operate mobile equipment including, but not limited to, cranes, frontend loaders, skid steers, forklifts, yard trucks, and various pieces of mobile equipment
▪ Identify equipment operating irregularities, diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair and weld equipment systems including, but not limited to, hydraulic systems, motors, transmissions, track drives, differentials, electrical systems, air brakes and tire repairs
▪ Knowledge of hydraulic systems and troubleshooting fundamentals
▪ Familiarity of electrical systems and troubleshooting basics
▪ Ability to be flexible with a changing priority in a fast-paced environment
▪ Capable of reading and comprehending equipment manuals and procedures
▪ Ability to work at heights
▪ Ability to lift, walk, stand, carry, push up to 50lbs
▪ Wear required Personal Protective Equipment
▪ Be capable of relaying details of equipment defects to Contractor Mobile Mechanics
▪ Availability as needed to work on a call-out basis
▪ Perform other duties as assigned
Who are We Looking For?
▪ High School Diploma or GED
▪ 2-year vocational/technical degree preferred
▪ 3 plus years of mechanic experience with diesel equipment and hydraulic systems
▪ Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
▪ Ability to pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
About The ProTrade Group
The ProTrade Group LLC, founded in 1994 and headquartered in Fairlawn, Ohio, is a management company encompassing a full service regional ferrous and non-ferrous scrap metal trading, processing and transportation, with locations in Ohio, South Carolina, Texas, West Virginia and Virginia. In 2025, The ProTrade Group transferred 100% ownership to its employees and became an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). Visit our website at www.rjrecycling.com or www.protradesteel.com.
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
Title: Mechanic
Company: RJ Recycling LLC
Location: Nitro, WV
