Mechanic ; Chilco

Overview

This position will be responsible for the day-to-day maintenance, troubleshooting and monitoring of all rolling stock in a clean, safe and efficient manner.

• Comprehend and perform all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations
• Comprehend and comply with Job Safety Analysis
• Service and maintain all rolling stock and heavy equipment; operate all rolling stock
• Experience in troubleshooting and repairing Letourneau or equivalent heavy equipment
• Must be able to repack cylinders; weld as needed
• Use the parts and service manuals for repairs needed; identify and order parts
• Must be capable of learning troubleshooting techniques on new equipment
• Must be willing to attend outside training courses
• Repair and service hydraulic, air, brake, drive train and engines, fuel, electrical transmission, and cooling systems
• Continually work on preventative maintenance within the guidelines of the Dynastar Maintenance System
• Use schematics as needed
• Work closely with supervisors
• Use of MSDS when needed
• Keep shop and tools organized – cleanup during any down time

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One-year mechanical training in vocational/technical school or equivalent work experience in heavy duty mechanic field
• One-year heavy equipment repair experience and hydraulic components repair
• One-year semi-truck and trailer repair
• Valid driver’s license
• Must possess mechanics tools; wrenches up to 2”; ¼, ½ and ¾ drive socket set up to 2”; electrical testing equipment and other small hand tools to perform tasks
• Ability to read schematics
• Certifications in welding
• Certification of Letourneau training or equivalent heavy equipment
• Ability to adjust work schedule, perform shift work, work overtime as needed

• Cummins Diesel Technician certificate
• Air-brake certification

As a condition of employment, Idaho Forest Group requires employees to complete a variety of pre-employment screening processes which may include, but are not limited to: criminal background check, drug and substance test, reference check, prior work verification, driving history (MVR), education verification, aptitude/skills testing, and credit checks. The depth of screening will vary based on the position.

Move safely, quickly, and perform duties with repetitious movement. Sit and/or stand for shift, reach with hands and arms, stoop, squat, twist, push and pull, maintain balance, bend at the waist, kneel, walk varying distances, and climb stairs. Must be able to tolerate all weather elements, loud conditions, vibrations and airborne particles (sawdust).

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.