Maintenance Mechanic

Pendleton Woolen Mills (retail); Washougal (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision care reimbursement

Shoe reimbursement

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

Pendleton Woolen Mills is seeking a Maintenance 1 to perform advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of production equipment and facility systems. The role works independently, supports mill operations, and may guide Maintenance 2 and 3 staff.

Responsibilities include diagnosing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and steam issues; performing preventive maintenance; operating boilers; and coordinating contractors as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum seven (7) years of hands‑on mechanical maintenance and repair experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or comparable environment.
• Advanced mechanical aptitude and ability to independently troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and install industrial machinery and equipment.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, steam, fluid‑pumping, heat‑transfer, welding, and rigging principles.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and test industrial machinery, production equipment, and facility systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, steam, and fluid‑pumping system issues and determine appropriate repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on production and facility equipment and systems.
• Operate and maintain boilers; lead annual boiler preventive maintenance as assigned.
• Support WWTP, HVAC, and evaporative cooler operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Read blueprints, technical drawings, layouts, and specifications; use precision measuring instruments and identify required mechanical components.
• Use maintenance tools and equipment for cutting, threading, bending, drilling, grinding, welding‑related work, and other repair activities.
• Perform rigging and safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, scissor lifts, and other required mobile equipment.
• Follow lockout/tagout, PPE, machine safety, and all other applicable safety procedures.
• Maintain required QMS, maintenance, work‑instruction, and training documentation.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas, tools, and equipment and support continuous improvement of safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and training to Maintenance 2 and Maintenance 3 employees and coordinate their work as assigned.
• Coordinate contractors performing maintenance, repair, installation, and facility work.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and be available for overtime and call‑in work, including off‑shifts and weekends as necessary.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Reading blueprints

Rigging

Safety procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate degree preferred

Tools

Forklifts

Lifts

Cranes

Measuring instruments

Welding tools

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

Maintenance 1 performs advanced maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and installation of production equipment and facility systems. This position works independently, supports Mill operations, and may provide technical guidance to Maintenance 2 and Maintenance 3 employees.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

• Install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and test industrial machinery, production equipment, and facility systems.
• Diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, steam, and fluid-pumping system issues and determine appropriate repairs.
• Perform preventive maintenance on production and facility equipment and systems.
• Operate and maintain boilers; lead annual boiler preventive maintenance as assigned.
• Support WWTP, HVAC, and evaporative cooler operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Read blueprints, technical drawings, layouts, and specifications; use precision measuring instruments and identify required mechanical components.
• Use maintenance tools and equipment for cutting, threading, bending, drilling, grinding, welding‑related work, and other repair activities.
• Perform rigging and safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, scissor lifts, and other required mobile equipment.
• Follow lockout/tagout, PPE, machine safety, and all other applicable safety procedures.
• Maintain required QMS, maintenance, work‑instruction, and training documentation.
• Maintain clean and orderly work areas, tools, and equipment and support continuous improvement of safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Provide technical guidance and training to Maintenance 2 and Maintenance 3 employees and coordinate their work as assigned.
• Coordinate contractors performing maintenance, repair, installation, and facility work.
• Respond to emergency breakdowns and be available for overtime and call‑in work, including off‑shifts and weekends as necessary.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

BEHAVIORAL (The method in which the incumbent delivers results)

Demonstrates reliability, accountability, initiative, and attention to detail.

Works safely and follows established procedures and direction.

Communicates respectfully and works effectively with employees, supervisors, Operations, and contractors.

Works independently, solves problems, and follows assignments through to completion.

Effectively prioritizes multiple assignments and adapts to new equipment, processes, and responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS (The training, education and/or experience necessary to fulfill the job)

Minimum seven (7) years of hands‑on mechanical maintenance and repair experience in an industrial, manufacturing, or comparable environment.

• Advanced mechanical aptitude and ability to independently troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and install industrial machinery and equipment.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, steam, fluid‑pumping, heat‑transfer, welding, and rigging principles.
• Boiler, wastewater treatment, HVAC, and evaporative cooling experience is desirable.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical documentation and safely use required tools, measuring instruments, forklifts, lifts, cranes, and maintenance equipment.
• Ability to perform basic math and read, write, understand, and follow instructions in English.
• Ability to train and provide technical guidance to other Maintenance employees.
• High School Diploma or GED required; Associate degree in Mechanical Technology, Industrial Maintenance, or related field preferred. Equivalent education, training, and experience may be considered.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly required to stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, twist, climb, and work in various positions while performing maintenance duties.
• Ability to work from ladders, roofs, lifts, and platforms at heights up to approximately 50 feet.
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull up to 75 pounds and occasionally assist with loads up to approximately 150 pounds using appropriate assistance or equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work using hand tools, power tools, precision instruments, and machinery throughout the shift.
• Work is performed in an industrial Mill environment and may include noise, dust, lint, heat, cold, steam, moving machinery, oils, wastewater areas, confined spaces, outdoor weather, and other industrial conditions.
• Required to use appropriate PPE and follow all applicable safety practices.
• Demonstrates safe work practices and contributes to ongoing facility and departmental safety improvement efforts.

Monday-Friday 7:00AM-3:30PM
Wages and annual increases are provided in accordance with the applicable Collective Bargaining Agreement. Eligible employees receive ten (10) paid holidays, medical, dental, prescription drug coverage, short‑term disability benefits, vision care reimbursement, shoe reimbursement, and a 401(k) retirement plan with Company matching contributions up to $750 annually, plus an annual employer fixed contribution of $1,300. Employees also begin accruing sick leave and vacation time starting on their first day of employment.