Mechanic

Bailey Nurseries, Inc.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 32,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Employee assistance program

Annual tool bonus

Job summary

Bailey Nurseries, Inc. is seeking a skilled Mechanic at Sauvie Island to maintain tractors and related farm equipment, ensuring safety and reliability. You will diagnose, repair, and perform routine maintenance, with a hands-on approach and a focus on keeping the site’s production on track.

The role requires independent work, a valid driver’s license, own tools, and flexibility for overtime. Bailey Nurseries offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong mechanical background with hands-on diagnostics and repair experience.
• Experience with engines, brakes, clutches, electrical systems.
• Valid driver’s license with insurable history.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities.
• Must provide own tools as required.
• Overtime, weekends, or off-hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair tractors and related equipment.
• Perform routine service and preventative maintenance on tractors, trucks, and production equipment.
• Repair and maintain tires across equipment types.
• Maintain accurate service records per company procedures.
• Identify solutions to reduce downtime and improve efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and proper use of tools and parts.
• Communicate status updates to supervisor in a timely manner.
• Follow all safety protocols and promote safe work practices.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot issues and share knowledge.
• May perform welding and fabrication (MIG, TIG, stick, gas).

Skills

Diagnostics

Mechanical repair

Tool ownership

Tools

Welding equipment

Job description

About this position

Department: Shop - Sauvie Island Reports To: Shop Manager FLSA Status: No-Exempt

Position Summary: The Mechanic for our Sauvie Island location plays a key role in supporting daily operations by ensuring tractors and other farm equipment used in nursery and field work are safe, reliable, and well-maintained. This position requires a hands‑on approach to diagnostics, routine maintenance, and repairs, with an emphasis on working safely and maintaining an organized, secure shop environment. The Mechanic works both independently and as part of a team, contributing to a collaborative culture where knowledge‑sharing and proactive problem‑solving are valued. This work is essential to keeping production running efficiently and safely across the site.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, life insurance)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee assistance program
• Annual tool bonus

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform diagnostics and repairs on tractors and related equipment, including brakes, clutches, front‑end components, minor engine work, and electrical systems (starting and charging).
• Conduct routine service and preventative maintenance on tractors, trucks, and other production equipment.
• Repair and maintain tires across various equipment types.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date service records in alignment with company procedures.
• Identify and recommend solutions to reduce equipment downtime and improve repair efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure work area, including proper care and use of company tools and parts.
• Communicate status updates, repair needs, and equipment issues to the supervisor in a timely and clear manner.
• Follow all safety protocols and always promote safe work practices.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot issues and share technical knowledge.
• May perform welding and fabrication work (MIG, TIG, stick, gas).

Required Qualifications:

• Strong mechanical background with hands‑on experience in diagnostics and repair of engines, brakes, clutches, and electrical systems.
• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving history required.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and maintaining a secure, organized shop environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities with minimal supervision.
• Must provide own set of tools appropriate for the role.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or off‑hours as needed to support operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to learn and perform repairs on a range of equipment used in nursery and field operations; prior agricultural equipment experience.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills (MIG, TIG, stick, gas) are a plus.

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

This position requires frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crouching. The employee must regularly lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds with assistance. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors, with exposure to weather conditions such as heat, cold, rain, and wind. PPE may be required in certain work areas.

Disclaimer: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. This description does not constitute a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to revise or change job functions as needed to meet business needs. Offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check.

Bailey Nurseries is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment.

Employment with Bailey Nurseries is at‑will and may be terminated at any time by either party, in accordance with applicable law.

If you need assistance or reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our HR team.

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Salary Information

$23 - $30Hourly Wage

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