Trailer Mechanic II - Clackamas

Description

Our Vision

A world where no resource is wasted.

Our Mission

To ensure that no resource goes to waste by empowering people to redeem every container easily, efficiently, and effectively.

Our Values

We are loyal, resilient, trustworthy, creative, competent, and engaged.

Summary

Perform general repair and preventive maintenance work on the semi-trailer fleet.  Troubleshoot and repair equipment, utilizing electrical, welding, carpentry, and general mechanical skills.

Schedule

• 8 to 10-hour shifts between 5 am and 8 pm depending on trailer needed and availability. 

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• General repair and maintenance of trailer mechanical and electrical systems, hubs, bearings brakes, lift-gate, lighting systems, body skin, roof, doors, floors and all other trailer components.
• Utilize diagnostic tests to troubleshoot equipment failures
• Safely operate all required equipment and utilize safety devices 
• Operate a forklift and tractor-trailer
• Operate a scissor lift around a trailer. 
• Safely and efficiently use various hand and power tools
• Hook & unhook tractor-trailer combinations and maneuver in yard
• Safely and efficiently use a welder and oxygen/acetylene cutting tools
• Perform the DOT required periodic vehicle and brake inspections of trailers
• Perform mobile service calls as directed.
• Complete work orders and data entry through OBRC managed fleet software. 
• Adherence to proper personal protective equipment (PPE) standards, such as wearing safety glasses, use of hearing and hand protection, and wearing high visibility clothing when required
• Adhere to all OSHA Safety Standards and OBRC policies
• Other duties as assigned

Education/Experience

• 3 years’ experience, 5 years preferred, in industrial mechanics, welding, and hydraulic syst
• Qualified to conduct DOT Annual inspections with certification
• Welding Certification (AWS, SMAW, MIG, TIG)
• ASE Certification (T4 – Brakes, T5 – Suspension & Steering, T6 – Electrical/Electronics)
• A valid Class C driver's license for at least 2 years.  (Class A preferred)

Requirements – Skills, Job Knowledge & Abilities

• Use hand, power and pneumatic tools and machines 
• Use welder and oxygen/acetylene cutting tools
• Ability to complete forklift training class and obtain certification
• Prioritize project completion to reflect the department’s needs
• A current driver's license and acceptable driving history (under 3 moving violations/accidents in the last 3 years)
• Work varying shifts, additional hours and/or overtime depending on service needs

Benefits and Perks

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. 
• 401(k): OBRC matches contributions of 100% on employee deferrals up to 4% of your compensation.
• Extensive PTO plan and 6 paid holidays per calendar year. 

Supervisory Responsibility

• None

Travel

•  Occasional overnight travel required.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Work indoors/outdoors in various temperatures and weather conditions.
• The environment is noisy/loud requiring the use of hearing protection
• Exposure to cleaning materials, petroleum products, dust and dirt
• Frequently lift/carry up to 50 lbs.  Occasionally lift/carry 100 lbs. with team-lift assistance.
• Stand, walk, and turn/pivot frequently.  Seated work is rare.
• Use arms, wrists, fingers, and hands, to reach, grasp objects, operate machinery, tools and controls
• Simple hand grasping, power hand grasping, fine hand manipulation, reaching from foot level to above shoulder level as necessary
• Bend, stoop, crouch, squat, climb and balance
• Speak to communicate effectively with others
• Listen to interpret comments and instructions received
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Qualifications

Salary : $32 - $35