Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Job Description

Department: Shop - Sauvie Island
Reports To: Shop Manager
FLSA Status: No-Exempt

Position Summary:
The Mechanic for our Sauvie Island location plays a key role in supporting daily operations by ensuring tractors and other farm equipment used in nursery and field work are safe, reliable, and well-maintained. This position requires a hands-on approach to diagnostics, routine maintenance, and repairs, with an emphasis on working safely and maintaining an organized, secure shop environment. The Mechanic works both independently and as part of a team, contributing to a collaborative culture where knowledge-sharing and proactive problem-solving are valued.

This work is essential to keeping production running efficiently and safely across the site.

What we offer:

• Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, life insurance)
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee assistance program
• Monday-Friday schedule
• Annual tool bonus
• Employee discount

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform diagnostics and repairs on tractors and related equipment, including brakes, clutches, front-end components, minor engine work, and electrical systems (starting and charging).
• Conduct routine service and preventative maintenance on tractors, trucks, and other production equipment.
• Repair and maintain tires across various equipment types.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date service records in alignment with company procedures.
• Identify and recommend solutions to reduce equipment downtime and improve repair efficiency.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and secure work area, including proper care and use of company tools and parts.
• Communicate status updates, repair needs, and equipment issues to the supervisor in a timely and clear manner.
• Follow all safety protocols and always promote safe work practices.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot issues and share technical knowledge.
• May perform welding and fabrication work (MIG, TIG, stick, gas).

Required Qualifications:

• Strong mechanical background with hands-on experience in diagnostics and repair of engines, brakes, clutches, and electrical systems.
• Valid driver’s license with an insurable driving history required.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and maintaining a secure, organized shop environment.
• Ability to work independently and manage priorities with minimal supervision.
• Must provide own set of tools appropriate for the role.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, or off-hours as needed to support operations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to learn and perform repairs on a range of equipment used in nursery and field operations; prior agricultural equipment experience.
• Basic welding and fabrication skills (MIG, TIG, stick, gas) are a plus.