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Diesel Mechanic / Fleet Technician
Salmon Falls Nursery & Landscaping
Full-Time | Competitive Pay | Growing Company
Salmon Falls Nursery & Landscaping is looking for an experienced Diesel Mechanic / Fleet Technician to oversee the maintenance and repair of our trucks, trailers, and landscape equipment.
This position is ideal for someone who takes pride in keeping equipment reliable, organized, and operating safely. The right candidate will be comfortable working independently in a small-shop environment while also coordinating outsourced repairs, managing preventative maintenance schedules, and helping keep the entire operation running efficiently.
Were not just looking for someone who can fix broken equipment we want someone who can help prevent breakdowns before they happen.
What Youll Work On
Our fleet includes:
- Heavy-duty and medium-duty trucks
- Pickup trucks & trailers
- Landscape and construction equipment
- Small engines & compact equipment
- Skid steers, mini excavators, mowers, and more
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnose and repair diesel engines, trucks, and equipment
- Perform preventative maintenance and scheduled service
- Troubleshoot hydraulic, electrical, brake, and exhaust systems
- Manage fleet inspections and maintenance records
- Coordinate outsourced repairs and vendor relationships when needed
- Identify potential issues before they become costly breakdowns
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop environment
- Prioritize repairs to keep crews operating efficiently
What Were Looking For
- Experience as a Diesel Mechanic, Fleet Technician, or Heavy Equipment Mechanic
- Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting ability
- Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
- Organized and dependable with strong time-management skills
- Preventative mindset proactive rather than reactive
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
- Basic computer or fleet software experience is a plus
- Valid drivers license required (CDL preferred)
- Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in varying shop/weather conditions
Why Join Salmon Falls?
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Stable, growing company with year-round work
- Opportunity to build and take ownership of the fleet program
- Supportive leadership team that values skilled professionals
- Ongoing investment in equipment, tools, and training
- Advancement opportunities as the company continues to grow
About the Role
This is a hands-on position in a small-shop environment where your experience and judgment matter. Youll have the autonomy to manage daily priorities while working closely with operations and leadership to keep our fleet dependable and productive.
If youre someone who shows up on time, takes ownership of your work, communicates well, and enjoys solving problems before they impact the field wed like to talk with you.
Apply today immediate opportunity available for the right candidate.
Experience and License Requirements
- General Mechanic
- Hydraulics
- Trailer Mechanic
- Valid Driver's License