Mechanic

Pala Band of Mission Indians; Pala (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer Paid Medical Insurance

Employer Paid Dental Insurance

Employer Paid Vision Insurance

401K Retirement Plan

Vacation up to 13 days per year

Sick Leave up to 13 days per year

Life Insurance: $25,000

Long Term Disability

Job summary

Pala Band of Mission Indians in Pala, California, is seeking a mechanically skilled professional to join the Fleet Maintenance team. The role involves diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of vehicles and equipment, with a requirement to provide your own tools and work a daytime, Monday–Friday schedule.

The position offers benefits such as health, dental, and vision coverage, a 401K retirement plan, and paid vacation and sick leave.

Qualifications

• Must have hands-on mechanic experience.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic vehicle components.
• Ability to work with hand and power tools.
• Ability to follow through on tasks and communicate issues clearly.

Responsibilities

• Inspect engines and electrical components to diagnose issues.
• Inspect vehicle computer systems for repair and upgrade.
• Perform routine maintenance (fluids, lubrication).
• Operate brake lathe, tire changer, balancer, alignment machine, lifts and shop equipment.
• Keep logs of work and issues.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Proven experience as a mechanic

Operate hand tools & power tools

Physical stamina

Communication skills

Tools

GM equipment

CAT equipment

Tech II Scan Tool

Snap-On Scan Tool

Job description

Title: Mechanic

Department/Division: Fleet Maintenance

Status: Full-Time (Monday-Friday, days)

Salary: Hourly/DOE

Supervisor: Fleet Manager

Subordinates: None

Benefits:
Employer Paid:Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401KRetirement Plan

Vacation Earnupto 13 days per year for FT employee

Sick LeaveEarnupto 13 days per year for FT employees

Life Insurance: $25,000.00

Long Term Disability

POSITION SUMMARY

Under the direction of the Fleet Manager, the mechanic will be responsible for numerous and varied routine and non-routine duties, involved in the overall care, maintenance, and general operation of all vehicles and equipment maintained by the Pala Fleet Department.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspect vehicle engine and mechanical/electrical components to diagnose issues accurately
• Inspect vehicle computer and electronic systems to repair, maintain and upgrade
• Conduct routine maintenance work (replacing fluids, lubricating parts, etc.) aiming at vehicle functionality and longevity
• Operate a Brake Lathe, Tire Changer, Tire Balancer, Alignment Machine, Car Lifts & other various shop equipment
• Keep logs on work and issues
• Maintain equipment and tools in good condition
• Maintains an organized, clean, and safe work area
• Follows shop policy, procedures, and safety rules
• Other duties as assigned.
• Must have your own Tools and Toolbox

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, CERTIFICATIONS, AND ABILITIES

• Proven experience as a mechanic
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components of vehicles
• Knowledge of vehicle diagnostic systems and methods
• Ability to handle various hand and power tools
• Ability to follow through on work assignments.
• Ability to determine the kind of tools and equipment needed to do each task.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical work with prolonged standing and walking for extended periods of time, stretching, bending, pushing, stooping, climbing, crouching, crawling, moving, lifting, and carrying loads weighing between 40-95 pounds.
• Professional attitude and the ability to effectively communicate equipment issues.
• Perform job duties in a way that promotes a positive image of the Pala Band of Mission Indians and the Pala Fleet Department.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Applicant must be 18 years or older.
• A minimum of 3 years of hands-on work experience as a mechanic.
• Experience with GM’s, CAT equipment, and heavy equipment experience preferred.
• Experience with welding and fabricating preferred.
• Experience with Tech II Scan Tool and Snap-On Scan Tool preferred.
• Must have a valid Class C license and clean driving record.
• Must be able to pass a background check successfully.
• Must acknowledge and agree to maintain a Drug-Free workplace (including marijuana) as a condition of employment with the Pala Band of Mission Indians. Must pass pre‑employment and random drug testing during employment.
• Indian preference will apply. The Pala Band of Mission Indians will give hiring preference to fully qualified applicants that are Pala Tribal Members.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

All employees are expected to follow the Tribal Employee Handbook of the Pala Band of Mission Indians and must adhere to any additional applicable addendums.