Shop Mechanic

Job SummaryThe Shop Mechanic repairs automotive as well as heavy duty diesel plant and quarry mobile equipment.BenefitsAt CalPortland, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support to our most important resources: our employees.  Your benefits are an important part of your overall compensation at CalPortland. That’s why we give you a wide range of benefits to choose from.  All regular full time employees may enroll in a variety of health and welfare plans including medical, dental and vision plans.  Other benefits include life insurance, disability coverage, employee assistance program, and retirement program.  The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.CompensationHourly $46.30ResponsibilitiesDisassembles and overhauls engines, transmissions, clutches, rear ends and other assemblies on diesel/gasoline motorized equipmentGrinds valves, adjusts brakes, aligns wheels, straightens frames and repairs fuel pumpsPerforms welding, brazing, cutting or fabricating on engine powered equipmentMaintains air conditioning units on all mobile equipmentPerforms repairs and troubleshooting in mobile equipment electrical systemsMaintains cleanliness in areas of facilityPerforms other duties as assignedEducationHigh school diploma/GEDRequirements/QualificationsFamiliarity with computersKnowledge of hazards associated with areas of responsibilitiesAbility to sit, stand, stoop, lift up to 70 lbs., and bend for extended periods of time (up to 8 hours)Walk on all types of surfaces (uneven and/or slippery ground); ability to climb on equipmentMust be able to walk long distances, climb ladders, stairs, and stockpiles, stoop, and crawl under and into enclosed spacesMust work in all weather conditions: heat, cold, wet, dry and/or dusty conditions and near hot kiln processWill have exposure to all levels of noise that require use of hearing protectionExposure to various chemicals; see MSDS for more detailsAbility to work in surroundings that include heat, dust, vibration, heights and confined spacesKnowledge of all types of equipment used in the manufacturing of aggregate preferredConditions of EmploymentSuccessful candidate must submit to post-offer pre-employment physical examination, drug/alcohol screen, and background check. Some positions require FMCSA regulated on-going drug and alcohol testing.  

Apply Now