Hampton Lumber is a family-owned wood products company headquartered in Portland, Oregon. With over 1,700 employees, we operate ten sawmills in Western Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. We also manage timberland and operate a wholesale and export division. With nearly 80 years in the sawmill business, we are proud to have cultivated the knowledge and experience needed to grow and prosper, even in challenging times. We always look to the future and invest in our people, new technologies, and continuous improvement processes and techniques.
GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTIONThis person must be a leader. Will repair and maintain diesel (primarily), electric, propane, and gasoline industrial equipment. Will be expected to supply their own tools (wrenches, ratchets, sockets, screwdrivers, etc.).
HoursMonday-Thursday, 500am-330pm. Wage $36.98 per hour. Production bonuses are possible for every employee each month, based on the plant site’s target goals. Ability to earn more money after base wage is determined by when you are proficient in specified tasks.
Generous company-paid assistance for Medical and Dental insurance premiums; cost-effective co-pays & deductibles. Vision, Short Term Disability, Roth and pre-tax 401k, with a 2% company match and an additional 5% annual employer contribution, fully vested after three years.
PTO for full time employees is accrued as follows
Years of ServicePTO Hours Accrual Rates*1 through 2 years (0 – 35 months)
2.5 hours per pay period/ 60 hours per year

• PTO hours are accrued only in pay periods where some hours are paid.

The company generally recognizes the following major holidays with either Holiday Paid Time Off or Holiday Pay

• New Year’s Day
• Memorial Day
• Independence Day
• Labor Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Day after Thanksgiving
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day

JOB FUNCTIONS

• Practice safe work habits & comply with all company work & safety standards.
• Good manual dexterity.
• Good hand/eye coordination.
• Good communication skills through writing, speech, & hearing.
• Capable of walking around ladders, stairs, and uneven surfaces.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Follow Company lockout, safety, and work standards.
• Operate machinery in a safe manner so injury does not occur to operator or any employee in the area.
• Attend any training necessary to maintain/upgrade performance.
• Responsible for all maintenance of rolling stock
• Fabrication, welding, cutting, and air arcing.
• Change tires.
• Diagnose breakdowns/motor problems/hydraulic problems/electrical problems.
• Repair diesel, propane, gasoline, and electrical motors.
• Read schematics and parts diagrams.
• Repair brake systems.
• Keep records on equipment.
• Notify supervisor of any problem that arise during the shift.
• Train any employees as assigned by supervisor, including Napavine Mechanic
• Research part information and work with vendors to negotiate the best pricing possible and manage warranty of parts purchased.
• Manage shop inventory and oversee vendor managed inventories
• Must be willing to work overtime as necessary.
• Snow removal/salting when needed
• Communication with operator’s when necessary to help assist with ownership of their machines.
• Available for calls during off-shift hours to assist in arranging coverage or assistance

EXPERIENCE OR TRAINING REQUIREDTwo years minimum experience required primarily repairing, servicing, and maintaining diesel powered industrial equipment. Will also be required to repair, service, and maintain electric, propane, and gasoline powered industrial equipment. Diesel Technology School will be taken in consideration for a portion of practical work experience. Supplying tools will be required. Washington State Driver’s license required. Must hold and maintain a current Hampton PIT authorization and a current First Aid/CPR certification.
PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

• A Better Way Every Day
• Will be a leader.
• Will demonstrate a high degree of integrity. Will be honest and forthcoming with information.
• Will innovate techniques in problem solving and by extension, promote innovation in the crew.
• Will have a positive attitude about daily activities and project a positive image to the crew. Will be a team builder and promote teamwork. Will work well with peers and contribute to the success of the company.
• Will be inquisitive and always looking for ways to do things better.

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Hampton Lumber is an equal opportunity employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.
Disability accommodation available If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office for the location you are applying.
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