SEEKING: Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Wildish Group of Companies
OVERVIEW: Wildish, a family-owned company, has been a trusted and reputable name since 1935. Our rich history and deep experience have made us one of the most diversified and focused companies in the state of Oregon. Wildish Group of Companies provides a unique capability in accomplishing different types of construction projects. With the corporate office and main plant in Eugene, Oregon, as well as a satellite office in Fairview, Oregon, we serve our clients throughout Oregon.
REPORTS TO: 701 Shop Supervisor, Equipment Executive
PRIMARY FUNCTION: Diagnose and repair broken or malfunctioning mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components of equipment. Maintain a variety of wheeled, tracked and/or stationary construction-related equipment.
Skills / Responsibilities:
- Perform skilled mechanical work, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, and safety inspections on a variety of heavy equipment
- Basic knowledge and skill of Arc/Mig welding and Oxy/Acetylene torch cutting
- Perform work on and repair gas and diesel equipment and motors
- Provide field service and answer service calls on heavy equipment
- Clean, lubricate, and conduct routine maintenance on heavy-duty vehicles and equipment
- Document work completed and complete reports, as required
- Strong sense of urgency
- Able to take a firm command
- Knowledge of OSHA regulations and workplace safety standards
Qualifications:
- 3 – 5 years of experience as a diesel or heavy equipment mechanic preferred
- Knowledge of diesel engines and construction equipment
- CDL Class A or CDL Class B
- Understanding of hydraulic, electronics, and engine schematics
- Willing to work in a team environment and assist co-workers and/or supervisors with other duties as required
- Good communication skills; ability to give and receive clear directions and instructions (verbal and written)
- Professional and courteous attitude toward co-workers, supervisors, and the public
- Reliable, honest, trustworthy, hardworking
- Current member of, or agree to join International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 701
- Clean driving record (please see the “Attention Motor Vehicle Drivers” section below)
- Must pass a criminal background check, and pre-employment CDL physical and drug testing
Physical / Mental Requirements:
- Strength:Capable of routinely pushing and pulling hand-operated levers, depressing foot operated pedals and/or turning steering wheels for mechanical and hydraulic systems; routinely removing and installing components weighing up to 30 pounds; occasionally removing and installing components between 50 -70 pounds; occasionally swinging a 20-pound hammer or bar; driving a utility vehicle; wearing personal protective equipment.
- Flexibility: Capable of walking on uneven, slick, loose and/or broken surfaces; climbing on and off equipment; squatting, kneeling, reaching, bending at the waist, and/or lying on back or side while making repairs.
- Dexterity: Capable of performing multiple tasks simultaneously (e.g., holding a component in place while turning a wrench, operating left- and right-hand controls and left and right foot pedals).
- Respiratory Capacity: Capable of wearing a respiratory protection device while working in hazardous atmospheric conditions.
- Endurance: Capable of performing assigned duties for eight or more hours at a time in hot, cold, daylight, nighttime, wet or dusty environments, and in noisy or jarring conditions.
- Responsiveness: Capable of identifying through sight, sound, smell and/or touch, and reacting quickly to hazardous situations.
- Communication: Capable of verbally asking questions, responding to questions, relaying information, and responding to and alerting others of hazardous situations.
- Mental: Capable of understanding and following instructions; solve problems presented by unexpected equipment conditions; recognize and follow common safety practices.
The above listing of skills / responsibilities, qualifications, and physical / mental requirements are a general guide, and are not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all job duties. Company management reserves the right to add or change the description of this position at any time.
Wildish has zero tolerance for alcohol abuse and illicit drug use (including marijuana and cannabis products). Our Company requires pre-employment drug screening and utilizes a random drug testing policy, in addition to the FMCSA CDL requirements related to drug and alcohol testing and medical certification.
Please apply if you meet the basic standards outlined above, including the skills / responsibilities, qualifications, and physical / mental requirements, and the motor vehicle driver requirements listed below.
Benefits of Joining International Union of Operating Engineers (IUOE) Local 701:
Pay: Prevailing wage and benefits of heavy-equipment mechanic per Local 701.
Wildish is signatory to the International Union of Operating Engineers Local 701. This position requires being a member of or joining local 701.
There are many benefits to working in a union setting, and some of the benefits to look forward to include: standardized wage scales; vacation pay; medical, dental and vision coverage; pension program; and training opportunities.
ATTENTION MOTOR VEHICLE DRIVERS:
This position requires driving Wildish vehicles. Therefore, before you complete the application for this position, Wildish requires your driving record to be free of any Class A driving convictions for the past five years. These include, but may not be limited to:
- Driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol
- Felony, homicide, or manslaughter involving the use of a motor vehicle
- Aggravated assault with a motor vehicle
- Operating a motor vehicle during a period of suspension or revocation
- Operating a motor vehicle without owner’s authority (grand theft)
- Reckless, negligent, or careless driving
- Racing or excessive speed (exceeding 20 mph over posted speed limit)
- Hit and run (bodily injury or property damage) driving
Benefits:
- Employee assistance program
- Union benefits
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a current CDL Class A or Class B?
- How many years of heavy equipment mechanic experience do you have?
- Are you a member of local 701 operators union or are you willing to join the 701?
Work Location: In person
