PM Technician

Stimson Lumber Company, at our Gaston mill location, is looking to add a PM Technician to their maintenance team. Preventative Maintenance Technicians are responsible for sawmill machine maintenance, pneumatic, and hydraulic maintenance and oiling. This is a great step towards future advancement in maintenance. 

 
Starting Pay:  Base pay for this skilled position will start at $27.00 to $30.00 per hour.  People with significant knowledge and experience may come in at a higher level.

Pay Differential: Shift differentials are paid for swing shift with an additional $1.50 per hour and graveyard with an additional $2.00 per hour. 

Overtime: This position is eligible for Overtime at time and a half.

Healthcare: Stimson pays over 80% of the premiums for healthcare coverage for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision.

401(k): Stimson provides a 100% match on the first 6% of your pay when you contribute to your 401(k)-retirement account.

Profit Sharing: Contributions are deposited annually into your 401(k) account for Profit Sharing, up to 3% of your pay.

Bonus: This position is bonus eligible and will receive a discretionary bonus in years when the company and location are profitable.

Paid Time-Off: Position offers 9 paid holidays and 2 weeks of paid vacation.  Paid sick leave is available up to 40 hours per year.

Employee Referral program:  Earn a $2500-$5,000 for successful employee referrals.

Other:  Wellness Program with reward incentives; Tuition Reimbursement, Apprenticeships, Career Development; Access to company-owned land for recreation, and more.

Responsibilities and Duties:
•    Daily oiling and lubing of machinery
•    Maintaining correct oil levels in all plant hydraulic units
•    Cleaning and maintaining compressor room 
•    Assisting Millwrights on equipment repairs
•    Follow directions and effectively communicate with all levels of plant personnel 

Your Qualifications: 
•    Minimum 3-months experience or experience in a production plant setting
•    Possess a basic understanding of equipment and oiling required for equipment.
•    Ideal candidate will have the aptitude for learning mechanical skills (hydraulic, pneumatic).
•    Proven ability to follow directions well and demonstrates thoroughness in completing oiling responsibilities.
•    Ability to lift 50 lbs, stand up to 10 hours a day, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, stoop and bend at waist, and move equipment as needed
•    Must be comfortable in year-round outdoor temperatures, loud conditions, with airborne particles (sawdust), and working around moving mechanical equipment

Who is Stimson Lumber?
Stimson Lumber is a leader in the forest products and natural resources industry, with over 600,000 acres of forest land and six mill locations across Idaho, Oregon and Washington. We have a progressive, forward thinking culture focusing on the development of our people. Our employees are given the tools and opportunities to maximize their talent to achieve professional and personal goals. We have been a recognized leader in our industry for decades because of our commitment to quality, customer service and continuous improvement mentality.

Why work at Stimson Lumber?
We hire people who are passionate about what they do every day, have a desire to make a difference and thrive in a team environment. We reward our employees through competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and advancement opportunities while being a great place to work. As an equal opportunity employment company, we value the diversity of individuals, ideas, perspectives, insights and values, and those influences upon the workplace. Applications are welcome from all qualified candidates. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment assessments.

To learn more about Career Development/Paths at our mills, click the link below to find the right mill job for you!
Career Development | myStimson. For details about employee benefits and Stimson values: www.mystimson.com
 

Salary : $27 - $30