Job Details

Job Details

Job Location
Corporate - Portland - Portland, OR

Mechanic III - Portland

Are you looking to work for an Oregon-based, privately owned organization with deep roots in the community? A growing organization that values employee contribution and rewards hard work? Then you need to apply to Carson!

We are looking for a Mechanic III to join our Portland team. You will perform engine diagnoses and complete engine rebuilding, major component repair and replacement, preventative maintenance on diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks. This position requires a knowledge of vehicle systems, computer programs associated with Engines and tanker components. Experience in aluminum welding and metallurgy is a plus.

Essential Functions

• Routine vehicle preventative maintenance inspections and adjustments.
• Repair malfunctioning components, change brakes, adjust steering systems, replace worn out parts, and change hydraulic fluids.
• Extensive engine experience on Cummings ISX, Caterpillar and Paccar MX, Detroit.
• Knowledge in the Cummings onsite diagnoses program and the Paccar Davies diagnoses program.
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.
• Perform a variety of routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and changing tires.
• Adjustments and light repairs such as tire changes, light changes, and basic electrical work.
• Experience in petroleum tanker piping systems a plus.
• Aluminum welding experience is a plus.
• Complete all applicable company training programs.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a maintenance role.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification preferred.
• Experience working with heavy transportation vehicles, aircrafts or ships preferred.
• Broad knowledge of the industry's best safety practices.
• Strong troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team orientation.
• Computer literate with experience Microsoft Office email and hours of service management systems.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and standard practices of heavy equipment mechanical work.
• Considerable knowledge of the operating and maintenance requirements of various types of heavy equipment.
• Some knowledge of the occupational hazards of the mechanical trades and of necessary safety precautions.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to locate and diagnose defects in diesel and gas-powered equipment.
• Skill in use of tools and equipment and their care in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment.
• Requires valid driver's license and clean driving record, Class A with Tanker endorsement preferred.

Employer Notes:

• Employer will conduct a background check, drug screen, and driving record check.

Please apply online atwww.carsonteam.com/careers

Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, Aflac, Pre-paid legal, Long Term Disability, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, and PTO.

We are an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.