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Garage Planner – Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Location: Northern Maine
Employment Type: Full-Time (Shift work may be required)
Are you a skilled mechanic who thrives on keeping heavy machinery moving Come join a premier leader in the East Coast forest products industry. We are deeply committed to quality, top-tier service, and sound environmental management.
As our Garage Planner, you will keep our fleet and heavy equipment running at peak performance. You will play a vital role in our daily operations.
What You Will Do
Location: Northern Maine
Employment Type: Full-Time (Shift work may be required)
Are you a skilled mechanic who thrives on keeping heavy machinery moving Come join a premier leader in the East Coast forest products industry. We are deeply committed to quality, top-tier service, and sound environmental management.
As our Garage Planner, you will keep our fleet and heavy equipment running at peak performance. You will play a vital role in our daily operations.
What You Will Do
- Diagnose and Repair: Troubleshoot and fix large-scale equipment, including road graders, excavators, dump trucks, loaders, log trucks, and trailers.
- Maintain the Fleet: Oversee preventative maintenance and repairs for our fleet of half-ton trucks.
- Track Work Orders: Use our digital work order system to log repairs, track parts, and maintain accurate maintenance records.
- Collaborate Daily: Work closely with supervisors and team members to plan garage tasks and minimize equipment downtime.
- Champion Safety: Support onsite safety programs and maintain a secure, clean workspace.
- Experience: 2 to 5 years of hands-on experience as a Heavy-Duty Service Technician or Heavy Equipment Mechanic.
- Education: A trade certification, Associate’s degree in a technical field, relevant military training (MOS), or a completed apprenticeship.
- Technical Skills: Strong welding and metal fabrication skills are highly preferred. Experience with half-ton truck repair is a plus.
- Licenses: A valid driver's license with a clean driving record is required. A valid Maine State Inspection Technician license is preferred.
- Mindset: A strong dedication to workplace safety, great communication skills, and the ability to adapt in a busy garage environment.
- Stability: Work for an established, environmentally responsible industry leader.
- Variety of Work: No two days are the same, ranging from precision welding to heavy engine diagnostics.
- Team Culture: Join a supportive, safety-first team that values your technical expertise.
Salary : $46,343 - $64,899