Summer Helper - Baker Truck Shop (Chilco)

Idaho Forest Group; Athol (ID); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an entry-level summer helper in a dynamic truck shop environment! This role is perfect for college students eager to gain hands-on experience in vehicle maintenance and repair. You'll assist skilled technicians with oil changes, trailer repairs, and parts organization while learning in a fast-paced atmosphere. Enjoy the opportunity to work full-time during the summer, develop essential skills, and contribute to a safe and efficient workplace. If you're motivated and ready to learn, this position is an excellent stepping stone in your career!

Qualifications

• Must be enrolled as a full-time college student for Fall 2025.
• Strong work ethic and eagerness to learn are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine oil changes and basic vehicle maintenance tasks.
• Support trailer repair tasks and organize parts inventory.
• Maintain cleanliness and safety in the work environment.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Eagerness to learn

Ability to follow instructions

Teamwork

Comfortable in shop environment

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Full-time college enrollment for Fall 2025

Job description

We are seeking reliable and motivated individuals who are enrolled in college for Fall 2025 to join our heavy-duty truck shop as entry-level summer helper. This role is perfect for those looking to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, mechanical environment. The summer helper will assist with basic truck and trailer maintenance tasks, including oil changes, service support, trailer repairs, and parts stocking. No prior experience is required, but a strong work ethic and willingness to learn are essential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist technicians with routine oil changes, lubrication, and basic vehicle maintenance tasks for heavy-duty trucks.
• Provide support for trailer repair tasks, including fetching tools, holding parts, and cleaning work areas.
• Receive, organize, and stock parts in the shop’s inventory, ensuring tools and materials are readily available for technicians.
• Keep work areas clean and organized, including sweeping floors, disposing of waste, and maintaining a safe work environment.
• Assist in cleaning, organizing, and maintaining tools and shop equipment.
• Follow instructions from lead technicians and shop supervisors to support daily operations.
• Other duties as needed.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Must be enrolled as a full-time college student for the Fall 2025 semester
• Skills:
• Strong work ethic and eagerness to learn
• Ability to follow instructions and work as part of a team
• Comfortable working in a shop environment with exposure to grease, oil, and mechanical equipment
• Ability to pass a drug and alcohol test, post-offer pre-employment physical, and background check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Valid driver’s license

AVAILABILITY:

• Must be available to work full-time during the summer season
• Monday – Friday, with occasional weekends

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in a truck shop environment with exposure to noise, dust, grease, and heavy machinery.
• Proper safety gear (e.g., gloves, safety glasses) will be provided.
• Some tasks may require working outdoors in varying weather conditions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distance, and climb stairs.

• Lift up to 50 lbs
• Bend at waist – occasional
• Twist upper body – occasional
• Stoop - occasional
• Repetitive use of hands – frequent for clerical duties
• Stand/walk – extended periods
• Sit – occasional
• Vision – near and far correctable; depth perception
• Hearing – preferred for awareness of surrounding machinery, mobile equipment, emergencies

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, airborne particles (sawdust).

Idaho Forest Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, family medical history, or any other status protected by law.

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