Truck Mechanic

Job Summary

Cal Portland is currently seeking a mechanic to maintain its fleet of transfers, bottom hoppers, and ready-mix trucks. Work to be performed in the shop and in the field.

At Cal Portland, 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 t’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, employee assistance program, and retirement program. The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

$32.00 to $38.00 Hourly

• Service trucks and heavy equipment using various hand and power tools
• Oil changes, remove/replace wheels for clutch and brake work, replace G.E.T, etc.
• Comply with Cal Portland’s safety and environmental programs and requirements
• Troubleshoot, repair, commercial trucks, and equipment
• Communicate status of downed vehicles to lead mechanic
• Maintain repair, service, and maintenance records
• Prepare work orders and order parts in SAP operating system
• Safely perform repairs in the field during inclement weather; report all incidents/injuries to management as soon as they occur
• May be required to perform other related duties as needed

High school diploma/GED

• Journeyman level mechanic with 3-5 years of experience in the maintenance and repair of heavy-duty diesel and medium fleet automotive (preferred)
• Knowledge of industrial and shop safety rules and procedures
• Ability to safely operate vehicles and equipment to test and troubleshoot for proper operation before and after maintenance
• Computer experience entering data for work orders and purchasing parts
• Experience with basic fabrication, use, and application of welders and gas torch systems
• Experience performing preventative maintenance
• Reliable attendance
• Ability to work safely and efficiently independently and as a team
• Must be able to bring tools necessary to perform the functions of the job
• Be able to communicate in verbal and written form
• Class A driver’s license preferred
• Will consider applicants that have recently completed diesel mechanic schooling

Successful 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.