Summer Helper - Part Time Mechanic Shop (Lewiston)

Idaho Forest Group; Lewiston (ID); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Idaho Forest Group is seeking reliable, motivated individuals to join our heavy‑duty mechanic shop as entry‑level summer helpers in Lewiston, Idaho. You will assist with basic maintenance, service support, and parts stocking in a fast-paced mechanical setting.

The role requires a strong work ethic, willingness to learn, and the ability to follow instructions as part of a team. Candidates must be at least 18, enrolled as a full‑time student for Fall 2026, with safety checks including a hair

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Enrolled as a full-time student for Fall 2026.
• Pass hair follicle drug test, post-offer pre-employment physical, and background check.

Responsibilities

• Assist technicians with routine oil changes, lubrication, and basic vehicle maintenance tasks for rolling stock.
• Provide support for 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.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Team player

Willingness to learn

Follow instructions

Shop environment familiarity

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking reliable and motivated individuals to join our heavy-duty mechanic 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 maintenance tasks, service support, and parts stocking. A willingness to learn and a strong work ethic are required.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Assist technicians with routine oil changes, lubrication, and basic vehicle maintenance tasks for rolling stock.
• Provide support for 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

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Enrolled a full‑time student in college or a trade school for the Fall 2026 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 hair follicle drug test, post‑offer pre‑employment physical, and background check.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• HS Diploma or equivalent
• Valid driver's license

AVAILABILITY

• Must be available to work part‑time 16-20 hours a week Monday - Friday during the school year
• Summer schedule will vary

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in a mechanic 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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