Mechanic - Heavy Equipment

SIERRA PACIFIC INDUSTRIES; Lincoln (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Benefits Plan

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

SIERRA PACIFIC INDUSTRIES is looking for a qualified Heavy Equipment Mechanic in Lincoln, California. The successful candidate will perform maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair on various diesel and heavy equipment including front-end loaders and forklifts.

This position offers competitive pay of $36.97 per hour along with an excellent benefits package, including health insurance, a 401(k) plan, and paid vacation. Join our family-owned company that values growth and employee well-being.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ diesel/heavy equipment mechanic experience required.
• Working knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulics, and electrical systems.
• Ability to troubleshoot and repair mechanical defects.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical defects.
• Conduct safety inspections of equipment.
• Operate heavy equipment safely and efficiently.

Skills

Diesel engine mechanics

Heavy equipment operation

Hydraulics knowledge

Electrical systems knowledge

Job description

Heavy Equipment Mechanics earn $36.97 per hour

We train and promote from within

Excellent low-cost health benefits

Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions

Paid vacation and 10 holidays

We are a fourth-generation family‑owned company that has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state‑of‑the‑art sawmills and other facilities.

Currently, we are seeking a qualified Heavy Equipment Mechanic to work collaboratively with our sawmill in Lincoln, California.

About the Position

• Perform preventative and routine maintenance on diesel/heavy equipment including front‑end loaders, forklifts, and excavators.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical defects.
• Conduct safety inspections of equipment and maintain maintenance records.
• Operate above‑mentioned equipment.
• Perform duties in a timely and efficient manner.
• Maintain work area appearance and safety.
• Work may consist of various shifts, with some overtime, weekend, and holiday work during busy production times.

Qualifications

• 2 years’ diesel/heavy equipment mechanic experience required.
• Working knowledge of both gasoline and diesel engines, equipment hydraulics, and electrical systems required.
• Proven prior experience working on various machines including the above‑mentioned equipment.
• All applicants must be at least age 18.

Benefits

We provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low‑cost premiums, a 401(k) with company match, additional retirement contributions, and company‑paid life insurance.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.