Shop Technician (Heavy Equipment)

Portland Tractor Inc. was established in 1976 and has since become a leader in the heavy equipment rebuild industry. With a focus on learning and continuous improvement, we are proud to invest in our people and offer a progressive and flexible work culture where you can develop and advance your career while focusing on meaningful work. Portland Tractor is an integral entity of Leavitt Industrial Group.

The Opportunity

Portland Tractor Inc. is looking for a Shop Technician (Heavy Equipment) to join our team in Washougal, Washington. As the Shop Technician you will be responsible for repairing and rebuilding heavy equipment components with hand and power tools, rigging equipment and lifting gear.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

As the Shop Technician, your key responsibilities will include:

• Repair and rebuild heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner
• Follow safety rules and regulations, as well as company policies and procedures
• Wear required Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) as needed
• Use rigging equipment and lifting gear to safely remove and transport components
• Use pin presses, hammers and jacks to remove attachments and frames from machinery
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area
• Communicate with management on job completion and assignments
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following skills, knowledge, and competencies:

• 5 to 10 years of prior work experience in heavy equipment repair and rebuild
• Experience repairing Caterpillar equipment is considered a strong asset
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to follow factory processes for repairing and dismantling equipment
• Must own hand and power tools needed to repair components and machines
• Willingness to complete training as required by the company
• Ability to work overtime and weekends when necessary
• High school diploma or equivalent required
  
  

Benefits & Perks

Portland Tractor Inc. is proud to offer competitive compensation and flexible benefits coverage for all eligible employees:

• Company-matched 401K contributions
• Comprehensive and competitive medical health care plan
• Medical benefits and extended health service coverage
• Prescription drug coverage
• Dental plan and vision plan
• Telehealth plan with MDLive
• Life insurance and disability insurance
• Employee assistance programs
• Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
  
  

The base pay range for this role is: $30.00 to $38.00 per hour, depending on experience.

This is an onsite role based in Washougal, Washington.

Portland Tractor Inc. would like to thank all applicants for their interest; however, only qualified applicants will be contacted by Talent Acquisition for an interview. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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