Heavy Diesel Mechanic

Hillsboro Aviation, Inc.; Hillsboro (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid vacation

Sick days

Holidays

Medical, dental, and vision

401K

Job summary

Hillsboro Aviation, based at KHIO, seeks a Heavy Diesel Mechanic to service our fleet of aircraft support vehicles and heavy equipment. The role blends shop work in winter with field support missions in summer across the western US.

You will diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, air, and diesel systems, work with Peterbilt/Kenworth/Ram trailers, and maintain a strong focus on safety, accuracy, and efficiency. CDL required; team-oriented, independent work style preferred.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL with tank, hazmat, trailer, airbrakes and manual transmission endorsements.
• Willingness to obtain missing endorsements with employer support.
• Experience diagnosing and repairing heavy vehicles and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, air, and diesel systems and components.
• Work with Peterbilt, Kenworth, Ram, trailers, and other equipment as assigned.
• Ensure all work is completed accurately and efficiently to meet the company’s needs.

Skills

Basic hand & power tools

Service technician experience

Power tools proficiency

Detail oriented

Independent worker

Tools

Zeus/Snap-on diagnostic tool

ShopKey

Job description

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Full Time Hillsboro, OR, US

About Hillsboro Aviation

Founded in 1980, Hillsboro Aviation offers complete helicopter and airplane services comprised of five divisions: contract & charter, aircraft sales & management, service center, FBO, and parts sales. Serving domestic and international markets in the government, commercial, and private sectors, we have over 85 employees and 9 turbine aircraft. We operate out of our award-winning headquarters at the Portland-Hillsboro Airport (KHIO).

Our Mission

We believe in redefining the aviation experience. It’s about the extraordinary moments. It’s about empowering our team, our customers, and the community to make their mark. It’s about embodying a relationship-first philosophy. It’s about seizing opportunities to listen, learn, and make a positive impact. It’s about integrity and doing the right thing.

Our Vision

We believe in the power of a personal approach. We passionately purvey the notion of flight, a dream demanding creativity, persistence, resilience, and intent. We strive to foster a legacy of innovative thought, leadership, mentorship, service, and sustainability. We are dedicated to providing opportunity and growth for our team, our customers, and our community by providing extraordinary and memorable experiences in the air and on the ground.

The Position

Hillsboro Aviation’s contract & charter division provides services to the United States Forest Service (USFS), the Department of Interior (DOI), FEMA, large national utility (powerline & infrastructure), and high-tech companies as well as smaller companies and individuals. Our missions include search and rescue, short-haul (human external cargo, natural disaster relief, construction support, aerial firefighting, natural resource surveys, film/photo/news, and heli-skiing). Our fleet is comprised of Airbus H145D3, Bell 205A-1++, Bell 407, Bell 407HP, and Airbus AS350B3e.

As a Heavy Diesel Mechanic, you will work closely with the Support Equipment & Fleet Maintenance team to maintain our rolling stock of helicopter support vehicles ranging from heavy, medium and light equipment during the winter months in our dedicated equipment repair shop. During the summer, you will be driving a Fuel Service Vehicle traveling with the helicopter crew supporting wildfire missions primarily in the western United States. Your direct supervisor is the Support Equipment Manager.

Ideal candidates can work independently within his/her areas of responsibilities under limited supervision, value a strong work ethic and optimistic attitude, maintain a critical eye for detail and organization, and are excited to represent Hillsboro Aviation in front of key customers, including the US Government, community leaders, and business partners.

Job Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair electrical, hydraulic, air, and diesel systems and components.
• Work with Peterbilt, Kenworth, Ram, trailers, and other equipment as assigned.
• Ensure all work is completed accurately and efficiently to meet the company’s needs.

Qualifications/Licenses

• Must have a class A commercial driver license with tank, hazmat, trailer, airbrakes, and manual transmission endorsement. Hillsboro Aviation will support the right applicant in obtaining missing endorsements.

Required Skills/Experience

• Must have basic hand and power tools.
• Proven experience as a Service Technician, Mechanic, or in automotive repair.
• Proficiency in using power tools and equipment for assembly and repair tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to contribute to a team and to work independently without supervision.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Have background with using diagnostic tools, Zues Snap on diagnostic tool, Shop Key.
• Paid vacation, sick days, and holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision
• 401K

Hillsboro Aviation’s growth and sustainability is rooted in its commitment to attracting a diverse set of talent from around the world. To that end, we encourage qualified individuals from all walks of life to apply. We are an equal opportunity employer (EEO) and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

This job will remain open until filled. Please do not call regarding the status of your application.