Journey Level Mechanic

Job Summary

Starting wage is $57.20 / hour. Starting wage is 90% of base wage until completion of probation.

This position is responsible for troubleshooting, repair, and day-to-day maintenance of all types of gantry cranes, automobiles, and other types of heavy equipment along with other related duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for the day-to-day maintenance and repairs, including troubleshoot and repair engines, drive train components, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, PLC’s, steering and suspension, heating and air conditioning, and other related items.
• Repair, inspect, and servicing of all types of gantry and mobile cranes, container carriers, elevators, container spreaders, and other types of heavy equipment.
• Repair and servicing of all types of smaller vehicles, such as : automobiles, trucks, ground sweepers, and various sized forklifts.
• Repair and / or rebuild hydraulic components and investigating equipment problems.
• Machining parts from blueprints, repair and / or rebuild hydraulic components, investigate equipment problems with all equipment maintained by the Port.
• Welding as necessary, both in the shop and on-site on all types of repairs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematics and service manuals.
• Enter work order data on agency personal computers and on handwritten work orders.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

Minimum education is a High School Diploma, GED or equivalent and trade school, related military or college-level training in the electrical field.

Minimum of five (5) years’ experience in fleet and / or heavy equipment maintenance required.

First Aid / CPR training preferred and must maintain a valid Washington State driver’s license and ability to obtain Class B CDL within 6 months of hire of required.

Additional Requirements

Must be willing to work any shift including overtime. Field responsibilities include walking, climbing, bending, crouching, and being exposed to various outside noise, heights, and weather conditions.

Must be able to lift up to fifty (50) pounds.

The successful candidate must possess (or obtain within 30 days of employment) a valid driver's license. Candidate must be able to successfully complete a post-offer drug screen and background investigation, with some positions requiring a post-offer physical.

Must have knowledge in the areas of troubleshooting, service and repair of motors, drives, PLCs and electrical systems. Must be physically capable of performing journey level job tasks.

Must adhere to all Port policies and procedures. Must have the ability to read and accurately comprehend manuals, specifications, memorandums, regulations and policies pertaining to job responsibilities and employment requirements and be able to assist in estimating job costs.

Must be attentive to learning new methods and equipment that will improve and enhance a safe working environment, expedite job completion and promote efficiency.

Must be able to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing and have a communication style that builds positive inter-departmental and customer relations.

The ability to understand and communicate how personal job performance relates to the achievement of the Port’s goals and the ability to interact effectively and positively with the public and with co-workers is required.

Must have the ability to follow instructions and work independently, be punctual and have good attendance and be physically capable of performing the demands of the job.