Rolling Stock Mechanic

Join our team at Stimson Lumber Company in St. Maries, Idaho, where we are committed to quality, safety, and innovation. We are currently seeking a skilled and dependable Rolling Stock Mechanic to maintain and repair our fleet of mobile equipment. If you’re a hands‑on professional with a strong mechanical background and a team‑first attitude, we want to hear from you!

• Job Location: St Maries Mill - St Maries,
• Position Type: Full Time
• Salary: $39.00 - $44.00 per hour
• Shift: Day (Full time, day shift)
• Overtime: Eligible at time and a half
• Healthcare: Stimson covers over 80% of premiums for medical, dental, and vision for full‑time employees
• 401(k): 100% match on the first 6% of your pay, plus 3% profit sharing deposited annually
• Paid Time Off: 9 paid holidays, 2 weeks vacation, up to 40 hours paid sick leave
• Employee Referral: Earn $2,500 - $5,000 for successful referrals
• Other: Wellness program, tuition reimbursement, apprenticeships, career development, and access to company land

• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues on all rolling stock equipment.
• Complete scheduled preventative maintenance on time and document follow‑up repairs needed.
• Work overtime and occasionally weekends to complete PMs and repairs on time.
• Follow tasks/projects through completion, including documentation, spare parts ordering, and closing work orders.
• Work with operators and management to coordinate scheduled maintenance and ensure production is not hindered.
• Steam clean/wash rolling stock equipment at scheduled intervals.
• Ensure equipment is safe and ready to use; tag out equipment when it is not safe.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace and tools.
• Coordinate with vendors for parts quotes and emergency service calls as needed.
• Comply with all company work and safety rules and related industry regulations.
• Proactively improve and maintain equipment, and help where needed.

• A minimum of 5 years industrial equipment experience.
• In‑depth knowledge of mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems in forklifts and rolling stock.
• Clear written and oral communication skills across departments.
• Ability to operate all facility rolling stock equipment for troubleshooting, testing, and training.
• Willingness to learn new skills for updated machinery.
• Basic machinist capabilities: drilling, tapping.
• Fabrication and welding skills: oxy‑acetylene torch, plasma torch, SMAW, GMAW.
• Ability to read and interpret prints, drawings, troubleshooting manuals, and electrical schematics.
• Basic computer skills: email, internet research, CMMS work orders.
• Understanding of 12V and 24V DC electrical systems.

As an equal opportunity employment company, we value diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights, and values. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates.