Shop Helper

Ballard Truck Centers; Portland (ME); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

Ballard Truck Centers is seeking a full-time shop helper to support the service department. You will keep bays organized, assist technicians, and help with cleaning, waste handling, and shuttle duties as needed, ensuring repairs flow smoothly.

Ideal candidates are at least 18 years old with a valid driver’s license and the ability to follow simple logs and instructions. Reliable attendance and physical stamina are essential for this role in our Portland, ME location.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid driver’s license with insurable MVR.
• Ability to follow verbal/written instructions and complete simple logs.
• Reliable attendance and ability to perform the Physical Demands listed.

Responsibilities

• Keep the shop clean and organized: Sweep floors; empty trash; clean wash bay; clean drains; maintain spill kits; keep bays, walkways, tool rooms, and common areas organized.
• Tool Control: Return specialty tools to their proper location; report damage/missing items.
• Vehicle Cleaning & Support: Wash/clean trucks and trailers for PDI and delivery; fuel/top off fluids as directed.
• Scrap & Waste Handling: Dispose of scrap metal per company instructions; pump waste oil and measure/record waste‑oil tank levels.
• Snow & Grounds: Perform snow removal (shoveling, snow blower, salt/sand application) and light grounds cleanup as needed.
• Errands & Shuttle: Run local errands/parts runs; serve as a shuttle driver for customers when assigned (company vehicle).
• Shop Support: Assist technicians with basic tasks under supervision.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow all safety procedures.

Skills

Physical stamina

Safe vehicle movement

Following instructions

Basic record keeping

Job description

Job Overview

Supports the service department by keeping bays organized and safe, assisting technicians, moving trucks/parts, and handling cleaning/waste tasks so repairs flow on schedule and vehicles are delivered on time.

Responsibilities and Duties / Essential Functions

• Keep the shop clean and organized: Sweep floors; empty trash; clean wash bay; clean drains; maintain spill kits; keep bays, walkways, tool rooms, and common areas organized.
• Tool Control: Return specialty tools to their proper location; report damage/missing items.
• Vehicle Cleaning & Support: Wash/clean trucks and trailers for PDI and delivery; fuel/top off fluids as directed.
• Scrap & Waste Handling: Dispose of scrap metal per company instructions; pump waste oil and measure/record waste‑oil tank levels.
• Snow & Grounds: Perform snow removal (shoveling, snow blower, salt/sand application) and light grounds cleanup as needed.
• Errands & Shuttle: Run local errands/parts runs; serve as a shuttle driver for customers when assigned (company vehicle).
• Shop Support: Assist technicians with basic tasks under supervision.
• Safety & Compliance: Follow all safety procedures.

Position Type

Full time, non-exempt.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications

• Minimum
  • Must be at least 18 years old.
  • Valid driver’s license; insurable MVR; ability to safely move vehicles on premises (if qualified) and provide customer shuttle in a company vehicle.
  • Ability to follow verbal/written instructions and complete simple logs/checklists; basic computer/clipboard entry.
  • Reliable attendance and ability to perform the Physical Demands listed.
• Preferred
  • Experience in a truck/heavy-equipment/industrial environment.
  • CDL and DOT Medical Card.