Diesel Truck Mechanic - On-Site & Road Calls

CalPortland Co.; Vancouver (WA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Retirement program

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CalPortland Co. in Vancouver, WA is hiring a Diesel Mechanic to service, repair, and clean commercial trucks and equipment in the shop and on road calls.

This full-time, hourly role emphasizes safety, timely repairs, and accurate documentation for management and dispatch.

Qualifications include 3+ years of diesel experience, own tools, and the ability to work independently or in a team; benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, and retirement.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience.
• Must have own tools.
• Safety sensitive position.
• Mechanical experience working on commercial vehicles.
• Diesel engine troubleshooting skills with various engine manufacturers.
• Experience with basic fabrication, use and application of welders and gas torch systems.
• Experience preforming preventative maintenance.
• Able to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Physical Requirements: lifting up to 100 pounds, frequent lifting, bending, stooping, and climbing.

Responsibilities

• Service equipment according to a planned schedule and in a timely manner.
• Troubleshoot, repair and clean commercial trucks and equipment which may include removal of concrete buildup.
• Check, prioritize and repair equipment write-ups based on safety issues, customer service issues, PM issues and less critical issues.
• Keeps documentation on all repairs and consistently communicates status of downed vehicles to shop manager and dispatch.
• Assists in maintaining accurate parts inventory by keeping parts in their designated place and recording parts removed.
• Responsible for working in a safe manner, reporting all incidents/injuries to management as soon as they occur.
• Attends safety meetings as scheduled by management.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Diesel troubleshooting

Mechanical experience

Safety sensitive

Team player

Communication skills

Lifting capability

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Own tools

Job description

CalPortland Co. in Vancouver, WA is hiring a Diesel Mechanic to service, repair, and clean commercial trucks and equipment in the shop and on road calls.

This full-time, hourly role emphasizes safety, timely repairs, and accurate documentation for management and dispatch.

Qualifications include 3+ years of diesel experience, own tools, and the ability to work independently or in a team; benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, disability, EAP, and retirement.