Job Details

Job Summary

The Ready-Mix Mechanic will be responsible for all aspects of maintenance and repair of trucks and equipment.

Benefits

At 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.

Responsibilities

• Service equipment according to a planned schedule and in a timely manner

• Troubleshoot, repair and clean commercial trucks and equipment which may include removal of concrete buildup

• Check, prioritize and repair equipment write-ups based on safety issues, customer service issues, PM issues and less critical issues

• Keeps documentation on all repairs and consistently communicates status of downed vehicles to shop manager and dispatch

• Assists in maintaining accurate parts inventory by keeping parts in their designated place and recording parts removed

• Responsible for working in a safe manner, reporting all incidents/injuries to management as soon as they occur

• Attends safety meetings as scheduled by management

• Performs other related duties as assigned

Education

High school diploma/GED

Requirements/Qualifications

• Attendance (ability to work schedule) and punctuality are required
• Must have own tools
• Job requires the following motions: climbing, bending, squatting, lifting, stretching, driving, riding, twisting, pushing/pulling of controls and riding on rough terrain
• Computer skills will be required for data entry of work orders
• Experience in basic fabrication, use and application of welders and gas torch systems
• Ability to lift up 75 lbs. up to 100 lbs.
• Experience using hand and power tools
• Diesel engine troubleshooting skills with various engine manufacturers
• Experience performing preventative maintenance
• Able to work both independently and part of a team
• Can be exposed to extremes of hot and cold weather
• Work shifts will vary and may include overtime work; nights may be required
• Must be able to work cooperatively with others
• Must have a valid driver's license

Preferred:

• Prior experience (3 years) in repairing Ready Mix trucks is preferred
• CDL and heavy equipment experience a plus

Conditions of Employment

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.