Truck Mechanic

CalPortland • Oxnard, CA

59d • $32 - $38 • Onsite

About The Position

CalPortland 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.BenefitsAt 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, employee assistance program, and retirement program.  The company also has a variety of voluntary benefits for employees to choose from.

Requirements

• 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
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Class A driver’s license preferred
• Will consider applicants that have recently completed diesel mechanic schooling

Responsibilities

• 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 CalPortland’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

Benefits

• comprehensive, competitive benefits package that provides health and financial support
• medical, dental and vision plans
• life insurance
• employee assistance program
• retirement program
• voluntary benefits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees