SUPPORT SHOP MECHANIC III

(Union IBEW Local1245)

$39.14 –  $51.75  hourly

$81,411.20 – $107,640.00  annually

With more than 40 years of experience, working hand in hand with project owners, Outback Contractors has earned the reputation as one of Northern California’s leading heavy construction and utility companies. We perform work on a wide variety of construction projects and maintain a large fleet of vehicles and specialized equipment. Our Fleet Division is second to none in keeping our vehicles safe and dependable for our employees and customers. Want to work with a well-respected, family oriented, growing organization where you can thrive, learn, and be part of an exception fleet management team?

We are Outback Contractors, Inc., and we have that opportunity for you. If you are an enthusiastic mechanic with solid diagnostic skills and you enjoy working on a variety of vehicles and equipment, we can’t wait to speak with you.

About the position:

This is a full-time union position. Health and retirement programs are through the IBEW Local 1245. This position repairs and maintains light and heavy-duty diesel and gasoline vehicles, heavy equipment, and machinery. The work is performed in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications, company standards, and safety standards.

Responsibilities:

• Operates and inspects machines, vehicles, and heavy equipment to diagnose and troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Tests mechanical products and equipment after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturer’s specifications.
• Dismantles and reassembles heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools. Adjusts and repairs ignition, fuel, electrical, hydraulic, and steering systems.
• Maintains and repairs chassis, frames, and bodies.
• Repairs and maintains diesel and gasoline engines.
• Maintains and repairs, batteries, brakes, and valves.
• Assists with inspections and safety checks.
• Works with hoisting and jacking equipment, power tools, measuring instruments, gauges, and meters.
• May occasionally travel to field locations to provide repairs or maintenance.
• Prepares detailed maintenance and repair records in our computer system.

Qualifications:

• Ideally 5+ years and/or combined with vocational training on diesel equipment and mechanical repair of construction equipment.
• Ability to read and understand procedural instruction, manuals, hydraulic and electrical diagrams. Ability to keep accurate records.
• Ability to understand and efficiently carry out instructions.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in shop and field environments.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the work being performed.

Special requirements:

Possession of a valid California Driver’s License. Must obtain a Class A California Driver’s License within six months of employment.

Our projects are regulated by federal and state laws which require all employees to successfully pass criminal background checks. MVR, and drug tests (pre-employment and random testing).

Please submit your resume to Gail Crowley, Outback Contractors, Inc. – 13660 Hwy 36 East, Red Bluff, CA 96080, or email to gailc@outback-inc.com