Diesel Mechanic

Woodgrain; Independence (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

PTO accruals

Life insurance

Job summary

Woodgrain in Independence, VA is seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic to perform PMs, repairs, and troubleshooting on rolling stock within a sawmill environment. The role emphasizes safety and timely completion of assignments, with training and coaching opportunities as needed.

The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of diesel mechanic experience, prefer a Class A CDL, and possess a HS Diploma or GED or higher. Compensations include comprehensive benefits and competitive hourly wages.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prefer associate’s degree or equivalent years of relevant training.
• 2 or more years of experience as a diesel mechanic or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Perform PMs and repairs on rolling stock (wheel loaders, forklifts, knuckle booms, tractors, trailers).
• Inspect and examine rolling stock and equipment to detect irregularities and malfunctions.
• Install, troubleshoot and maintain powertrain and hydraulics on rolling stock.
• Parts ordering and inventory management.
• Read and follow service manuals and operate shop tools.

Skills

Diesel engine experience

CDL Class A (preferred)

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Associate degree or relevant training

Tools

Lathes

Grinders

Job description

Woodgrain in Independence, VA is looking for an experienced Diesel Mechanic.

About Woodgrain

Woodgrain is one of the top millwork operations in the world with locations throughout the United States and Chile. With 70 years of quality craftsmanship and service, Woodgrain is a top producer of mouldings, doors, and windows, as well as a premier distributor of specialty building products. Our Woodgrain facility in Independence, VA is a sawmill operation providing materials to our manufacturing facilities as well as to various external customers. Woodgrain Inc. is headquartered in Fruitland, Idaho with six divisions and over 45 manufacturing and warehouse facilities in the United States and South America. Since 1954, Woodgrain is proud to be family owned and operated.

Job Summary

The Diesel Mechanic roles and responsibilities will include but is not limited to the following: Perform work and make sure work is being completed safely and correctly, make sure all required PM's and other job assignments are completed timely, coach as needed, and train others. Complete PM’s and repairs on various rolling stock such as wheel loaders, forklifts, knuckle booms, tractor trailers, and trailer, works on equipment and other needs of the mill so that predictive maintenance is taking place and also helps to build a team. Work may include such items as reliability, installs, dismantles, repairs on rolling stock. Work with contractors, management, safety team and others as needed.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Work with management and hourly personnel
• Strong commitment towards safety (be able to perform safety inspections)
• Basic knowledge of hydraulic pumps and components
• Inspect and examine rolling stock and equipment to detect and find irregularities and malfunctions.
• Adjust and repair or replace defective parts.
• Install, troubleshoot and maintain power train, hydraulics, phematics, etc on rolling stock
• Parts ording and inventory
• Reading and understanding service manuals
• Operate machine tools, such as lathes and grinders, to fabricate parts required during overhaul, maintenance or set-up of machinery.
• Welding and Fabrication.
• Clean, lubricate and perform all other routine maintenance work on rolling stock. Ensure the proper care for machinery, equipment, fittings, and bearings on a regular basis to maintain equipment is in good operating condition.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area..
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Prefer associate’s degree or equivalent years of relevant training.
• 2 or more years of experience as a diesel mechanic or equivalent experience
• Prefer Class A CDL License

Summary of Company Benefits

• Compensation is commensurate with experience ($18 to $26 per hour)
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 401(k) with 3% Employer Match
• Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D
• Employer Paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Hospital and Accident Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• 8 Company Paid Holidays & 1 Floating Holiday
• Progressive Paid Time Off (PTO) Accruals

The physical demands and work environment are representative of a typical sawmill environment. The employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts. Noise level is moderate to high depending on the area of the mill. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; talk and hear. Requires close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds and is regularly exposed to fumes, airborne particles, and extreme hot and cold temperatures.