Mechanic - Seattle

Baker Commodities Inc; Seattle (WA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Diesel Mechanic to join their team. In this role, you will diagnose, repair, and maintain a variety of diesel engines, ensuring safety and efficiency in your work. You'll be responsible for performing routine maintenance, inspecting equipment, and utilizing your mechanical skills to keep vehicles in top condition. This dynamic position offers a competitive hourly wage, a signing bonus for qualified applicants, and a comprehensive benefits package. If you're passionate about mechanics and looking for a rewarding career with a company that values quality and integrity, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid holidays

Paid vacation and sick time

Retirement plan available

Signing bonus of $7,500 for CDL holders

Qualifications

• 2 years experience in vehicle maintenance required.
• Knowledge of safety equipment and procedures is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance and repairs on diesel engines.
• Assist with daily vehicle inspections and ensure safety practices.

Skills

Knowledge of repair and maintenance of commercial vehicle operating systems

Ability to arc weld and MIG weld

Skill to maintain and repair equipment using appropriate tools

Communication skills in English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Maintenance vocational education training

Tools

Hand tools (screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches)

Power tools (pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment)

Test instruments (handheld computers, motor analyzers)

Job description

Description

Safely and efficiently diagnose, adjust, repair, or overhaul trucks, or maintain and repair any type of diesel engines. (Includes mechanics working primarily with heavy diesel engines). Requires following safe work practices including but not limited to, hazardous materials, lock out tag out, confined space entry, ladder and climbing safety and hot work.

Compensation

• This position for applicants with CDL is eligible for a $7,500 signing bonus! (paid in installments over the first 15 months)
• $30.91 per hour (Non CDL) or $36.99 per hour (CDL)
• Paid medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation and sick time
• Retirement plan available

Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist with daily vehicle inspections
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges
• Perform repairs and replacement of the following systems: engine, aftertreatment, transmission, clutch, air brake, wheel end assembly, suspension, cooling, coupling, charging, light systems vacuum and hydraulics
• Fabricate, recondition and replace parts as needed
• Detail wash parts with industrial steam cleaner machine
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists
• Test drive trucks to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly
• Raise trucks, heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists
• Clean work area, machines and equipment using shop air, broom, mop and industrial water hose
• Interact with others in a professional and ethical manner
• Follow department and company procedures
• Keep up regular attendance and punctuality; regular attendance and punctuality are essential for the smooth operation of this company
• Other duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the business. These responsibilities may change from time to time as business needs evolve

Requirements

• Knowledge of repair and maintenance of commercial vehicle operating systems
• Knowledge of safety equipment, policies and procedures
• Skill to maintain and repair equipment using appropriate tools
• Ability to arc weld and MIG weld
• Certification for air brake system repairs
• Valid CDL and DOT medical card preferred
• Must have own tools
• Ability to use English to communicate verbally and in writing
• High school diploma or equivalent; maintenance vocational education training preferred
• 2 years experience in an enclosed garage maintenance manufacturing
• Local travel; less than 5% overnight travel

Physical Demands/Requirements

Constantly (over 2/3):

• Operates and uses maintenance/mechanic tools including electrical hand tools
• Ascends/descends equipment to perform maintenance on vehicles
• Must be able to position self to maintain equipment or perform duties of repairing and maintaining vehicles and work equipment
• Must be able to move around industrial equipment in manufacturing facility and garage workshop
• Must be able to detect and observe equipment in need of repair
• Exposed to chemicals and fumes common in the use of commercial vehicles; must be able to properly protect self and others from exposure

Frequently (1/3-2/3):

• Communicates with staff in the process or repairing equipment
• Move and transport material, equipment and tools up to 70 lbs with and without specialized lifting, moving and rigging equipment
• Moves across wet/slippery and uneven surfaces

Occasionally (under 1/3):

• Exposed to work in outdoor weather conditions
• Remains in a seated position while using multilimb coordination to operate vehicles

About Baker Commodities, Inc.

Baker Commodities Inc. has been in business for over 80 years. We are a privately owned company with manufacturing facilities strategically located within the United States providing quality products and services worldwide. Much of our success is due to our outstanding employees. Through their careful attention to quality, service, innovation and integrity, we will continue to be one of the world's premier rendering companies.

EOE STATEMENT

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.