Shop Mechanic

Wilson Construction Company; Woodburn (OR); On-site; USD 41,328 - 53,726; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer paid medical

Dental and vision insurance

401(k)

Personal time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

A utility construction firm in Woodburn, OR is seeking experienced Shop Mechanics for immediate openings in repairing utility equipment and trucks. Candidates with 5+ years of heavy mechanic experience or 2-3 years in light/medium duty mechanics will be preferred. This position offers an hourly wage plus overtime and an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' heavy mechanic experience for Heavy Duty position.
• Minimum 2-3 years' light & medium duty mechanic experience for Medium/Light Duty position.
• Ability to observe and maintain excellent safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Repair various company-owned utility equipment and trucks.
• Support headquarters, regional, and field offices in repair projects.

Skills

Heavy mechanic experience

Diagnostic skills for Diesel and Gas systems

Electrical systems knowledge

Brake systems knowledge

Ability to learn new skills

Tools

Mechanics tools

Job description

Title: Shop Mechanics
Location: Woodburn, OR
Salary: $30-39/hour, DOE

Wilson Construction Co. has immediate openings for highly qualified Heavy Duty and Light/Medium Duty Shop Mechanics, wanted for repair of various company owned utility equipment and trucks for an electrical utility construction company located in Woodburn. Wilson Construction has been in business since 1952 as a Power Utility Contractor working in multiple states throughout the US. Our shop mechanics are responsible for a large variety of repair and custom fabrication projects to support our headquarters, regional, and field offices.

Heavy Duty Job Requirements

• Minimum 5 years’ heavy mechanic experience in at least one of the related fields: Hydraulic systems;
• Cummins/International/Cat Engines;
• Electrical systems;
• Brake systems;
• Drive train systems;
• Aerial Equipment and Boom Trucks

Medium/Light Duty Job Requirements

• Minimum 2-3 years’ light & medium duty mechanic experience;
• Ford and/or Dodge experience a plus;
• Ability to diagnose and repair Diesel and Gas systems, Electrical systems, Brake systems and all related components to Light & Medium Duty Trucks;

Other Requirements

• Interested in learning new skills;
• Must be willing to work OT and some weekends;
• Ability to observe and maintain excellent safety standards;
• CDL a plus;
• Must have tools.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and carry the same for short distances and up and down stairs and steep inclines.
• Ability to sit in awkward positions for long periods, standing on a variety of surfaces and at differing angles, bending over, crouching and climbing up and over various equipment.

Ideal candidates will be well versed in mechanical experience, self-motivated to learn about our company and equipment, take ownership in their position, and be able to think outside the box.

Hourly wage plus OT and excellent benefits package including employer paid medical, dental, vision, 401(k), personal time off and holiday pay.

Wilson Construction Co. is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Smoke & drug free environment. Successful candidates will be required to pass post-offer and random drug tests, including marijuana.

To apply

Please submit your resume via our website through the Opportunities page: www.wilsonconst.com