Shop Technician (Heavy Equipment Mechanic)

Portland Tractor Inc.; Washington; On-site; USD 85,962,000 - 114,616,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K match

Medical plan

Dental and vision

Telehealth

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Professional development

Job summary

Portland Tractor Inc. is hiring a Shop Technician (Heavy Equipment Mechanic) to join our team in Washougal, Washington. You will perform repairs, rebuilds and testing of heavy equipment components, ensuring quality and safety throughout the process.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years of repair experience, familiarity with Caterpillar equipment, and strong troubleshooting skills. This onsite role offers a base pay range of $30–$40/hour, with opportunities for professional growth and a collaborative

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience repairing heavy equipment or diesel equipment.
• Experience with Caterpillar equipment strongly preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with complete equipment and component rebuilds.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to safely operate shop equipment including cranes, presses, lifting devices and power tools.
• Ability to work independently while maintaining productivity and quality.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Positive attitude, good work ethic and safety commitment.
• High school diploma or GED and valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Diagnosing, disassembling, inspecting, repairing, assembling, and testing heavy equipment components.
• Completing assigned work accurately, safely and on schedule with minimal supervision.
• Safely using overhead cranes, rigging equipment, lifts, presses, jacks, hammers and other shop tools.
• Documenting repairs and communicating progress to management.
• Assisting with troubleshooting during rebuilds.
• Cross-training in other departments and performing additional duties as needed.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Diesel equipment

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Shop tools

Independent worker

Team collaboration

Safety mindset

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Overhead cranes

Power tools

Rigging equipment

Job description

Job Description

Portland Tractor Inc. was established in 1976 and has since become a leader in the heavy equipment rebuild industry. With a focus on learning and continuous improvement, we are proud to invest in our people and offer a progressive and flexible work culture where you can develop and advance your career while focusing on meaningful work. Portland Tractor is an integral entity of Leavitt Industrial Group.

The Opportunity

Portland Tractor Inc. is looking for a mechanically skilled Shop Technician (Heavy Equipment Mechanic) to join our team in Washougal, Washington. As the Shop Technician, you will be responsible for completing a variety of heavy equipment repair tasks required by our loyal customers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Diagnosing, disassembling, inspecting, repairing, assembling, and testing heavy equipment components
• Completing assigned work accurately, safely, and within established production schedules with minimal supervision
• Safely using overhead cranes, rigging equipment, lifting devices, presses, jacks, hammers, and other shop equipment to remove, transport, and install components
• Documenting repairs and communicating job progress, issues, and status to management
• Assisting with troubleshooting and problem-solving during the rebuild process
• Cross-training in other departments and perform additional duties or job functions as needed

Required Skills & Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience repairing heavy equipment or diesel equipment
• Experience with Caterpillar equipment strongly preferred
• Strong mechanical aptitude with experience performing complete equipment and component rebuilds
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Ability to safely operate shop equipment including overhead cranes, presses, lifting devices, and power tools
• Ability to work independently while maintaining productivity and quality standards
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with team members
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and commitment to safety
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver's license

Benefits & Perks

• Company-matched 401K contributions
• Comprehensive and competitive medical health care plan
• Medical benefits and extended health service coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Dental plan and vision plan
• Telehealth plan with MDLive
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities

The base pay range for this role is: $30.00 to $40.00 per hour, depending on exprience.

This is an onsite role based in Washougal, Washington

Portland Tractor Inc. would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an interview. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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