Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Chembular Manpower; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional staffing agency is seeking a skilled Mechanic in Portland, Oregon. The role involves repairing and maintaining heavy equipment, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards. Candidates must have a high school diploma, 5 years of experience in heavy equipment maintenance, and strong knowledge of mechanical tools. The position requires physical endurance and the ability to operate machinery safely. Interested candidates should send their resumes in Word format to the specified email.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience assisting skilled trades persons in heavy equipment repair.
• Candidates with relevant degree and experience may also be considered.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain mechanical equipment ensuring compliance with safety standards.
• Conduct quality control analysis to evaluate equipment performance.
• Operate and test repaired machinery to verify adequacy of repairs.

Skills

Knowledge of machines and tools

Quality control analysis

Repair and maintenance

Attention to detail

Education

High School diploma or GED Certification

Associates degree in Heavy Duty Truck or Heavy Equipment Repair

Job description

TFA Staffing Co. is a full service professional staffing agency. We specialize in the high technology profession with talent in many different areas. A faster pace - The average professional at TFA Staffing completes 8 to 12 engagements in a year across numerous areas of practice and client industries. Large Enterprise Clients: Our consultants work on critical projects for some of the world's largest companies. We have a diverse set of clients with an emphasis in Professional and Executive Level, Financial Services, Information Technology, Health Care, Sales, Engineering, Industrial and Skilled Labor. We offer candidates complete confidentiality in their search and provide employers with simple, targeted searches from a database of qualified candidates through partnerships with affiliate companies.

Job Description

Job ID 353

SalaryBased On experience ~ $42K - 52K

Roles and Responsibilities

The Mechanic is responsible for repairing and maintaining mechanical equipment by conducting quality control analysis to evaluate performance while ensuring that all of his/her efforts are compliant with the company Health, Safety, and Environmental standards. The Mechanic must possess knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.

The Mechanic will report to the Maintenance Supervisor. This position operates under flexible parameters. The primary goal of this position is to achieve excellence in all facets of the position. Providing the highest quality product safely, effectively and efficiently decreases accidents and errors and increase profits.

Essential Functions

• Environmental and Health & Safety (H&S)
  • Strictly adheres to all Metals Recycling Business Health, Safety, and Environmental standards.
  • Provides a safe environment for all employees, customers and visitors.
• Operational Performance & Best Business Practices
  • Repair and replace broken or malfunctioning components of machinery and equipment.
  • Repair and maintain the operating condition of industrial production and processing machinery and equipment.
  • Reassemble equipment after completion of inspections, testing, or repairs.
  • Operate newly repaired machinery and equipment to verify the adequacy of repairs.
  • Record repairs and maintenance performed.
  • Repair and replace damaged or worn parts.
  • Test mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
  • Clean, lubricate, and perform other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
  • Read and understand operating manuals, blueprints, and technical drawings.
  • Diagnose faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Special Projects
  • Provide assistance throughout the yard as needed.
  • Performs special projects as assigned.

Job Conditions

This position is regularly exposed to all weather conditions. Physical hazards such as noise, fumes, and dirt are present due to the equipment, machinery, and scrap as would be found throughout the scrap yard. Safety shoes, hearing protection, respirators, face shields, and additional personal protective equipment as needed, must be worn to eliminate the risks associated with these hazards. Travel is not required for this position.

Handling multiple issues regarding safety and maintenance increases pressure. Work load may be unpredictable and pressure can be substantial during peak times. Critical deadlines require considerable adaptability. Disturbances of work flow and/or irregularities in work schedule are expected and occur on an intermittent basis. Extra hours may be required, sometimes on weekends, weekdays, and holidays.

Physical Activities Required to Perform Essential Functions

Ability to: stand for up to 12 hours a day; lift and carry up to 50 pounds occasionally; crouch or bend at the knees occasionally to increase visibility; stoop or bend at the waist occasionally to increase visibility; reach at arms length frequently or overhead occasionally; twist and turn at the neck and trunk; walk frequently on uneven ground; handle and grasp tools and parts continually; communicate by speech and hearing continually. Visual acuity needed for close detail work. Mental dexterity needed as Mechanic will work independently while demonstrating attention to detail and continuous awareness.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED Certification required.
• 5 years of experience assisting skilled trades persons in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment required (excavators, dozers, loaders, material handlers, etc).
• Candidates with an Associates degree in Heavy Duty Truck or Heavy Equipment Repair and 2 years of relevant experience may also be considered.

Additional Information

Please send cover letter and resume in word doc format ASAP to ~ [e-mail]