What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic position at West Tree Services?
Who We Are
Founded in 1945 by A. D. West and M. E. Erickson, West Tree Service, a Gunnison Company, has been a trusted provider of Right of Way (ROW) utility maintenance services. We specialize in vegetation management, including tree trimming and removal, herbicide application, and mowing. Our clients include Investor-Owned Utilities (IOUs) like Entergy and OG&E, Cooperatives, Municipalities, and gas pipeline companies. Most of our management team and supervisors are certified by the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA), promoting professional arboriculture practices.
We Offer:
Weekly pay
Paid Time Off & Health Benefits
Growth & Development within the company
401k 4% match
Boot allowance on qualifying purchases
Mechanic Summary:
We are looking for a skilled and dependable Mechanic to join our team, responsible for maintaining and repairing our fleet of tree service vehicles and equipment. You will play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient operation of both gas and diesel-powered equipment used for client services. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical background and experience working on a variety of vehicles and machinery, including trucks, chippers, and other tree care equipment. This role is vital to keeping our operations running smoothly and minimizing downtime.
Duties / Responsibilities:
Perform routine maintenance and repair work on tree service vehicles, including trucks, chippers, stump grinders, and other equipment.
Schedule and perform preventive maintenance tasks, such as oil changes, brake checks, tire rotations, and fluid replacements.
Troubleshoot mechanical issues, identify problems, and perform repairs to ensure vehicles and equipment are safe and operational.
Conduct regular inspections of vehicles and equipment to identify potential issues and prevent breakdowns.
Maintain and repair specialized tree care equipment, such as aerial lifts, chainsaws, and other tools used on job sites.
Keep track of necessary parts, tools, and supplies, and ensure they are readily available for repairs and maintenance.
Maintain detailed records of maintenance and repair work performed on vehicles and equipment.
Qualifications:
Proven experience as a mechanic, with at least 3-5 years in vehicle and equipment repair, preferably in the tree service, construction, or landscaping industries.
Qualifications including diesel mechanic, heavy equipment mechanic, Brake Inspector certification, and DOT driver preferred.
Must be able to ensure all maintenance work is performed in accordance with safety regulations and company policies.
Strong knowledge of mechanical systems, diagnostics, and repair techniques for both vehicles and equipment.
Ability to work closely with the operations team to schedule vehicle repairs to minimize downtime and maintain workflow.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Must have own tools (some specialized tools can be provided).
Boost Option:
Overtime Potential