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Heavy Equipment Mechanic

  2026-01-01     Opti Staffing Group     Oregon City,OR  
Description:

Opti Staffing is Hiring!


Position: Journeyman Heavy Equipment / Diesel Mechanic

Location: Oregon City, OR (Field-Based)

Pay: $35–$48/hr DOE

Schedule: Tuesday–Friday (4×10s) — start times vary depending on job assignments.


Who We Are

Our client is a highly respected mobile heavy equipment and diesel repair company that has grown entirely through word of mouth. They service a wide variety of equipment and systems including heavy machinery, hydraulics, diesel trucks, drills, fire suppression systems, wastewater equipment, and small-scale arborist machinery.


What You'll Do

As a Journeyman Heavy Equipment/Diesel Mechanic, you will work independently in a fully stocked company truck equipped with cranes, winches, diagnostic tools, and all necessary hand and power tools.

Your responsibilities include:

  • Field service and repair of diesel engines, heavy equipment, hydraulics, and electrical systems
  • Diagnostics, troubleshooting, and mechanical repairs
  • 10-hour shifts, door-to-door (from when you leave home to when you return)
  • Receiving daily schedules via text from the owner
  • Taking your company truck home each day

This role offers significant autonomy and requires a high level of experience and decision-making.


What's In It for You

  • Family-oriented company with excellent work/life balance
  • 100% employer-paid medical insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Competitive wages
  • Fully equipped company truck + tools
  • Flexible schedule
  • Supportive, tight-knit team culture

What You Need to Have

  • 6–7+ years journeyman-level heavy equipment and diesel mechanic experience
  • Strong hydraulic system knowledge
  • Electrical troubleshooting experience
  • High mechanical aptitude + strong independent problem-solving skills
  • Clean driving record
  • Ability to pass background check & drug screen
  • Positive attitude + strong work ethic
  • Steel-toe boots

The Musts

  • Diesel and heavy equipment repair
  • Hydraulic diagnostics and repair
  • Valid driver's license with clean record

Preferred

  • Field service/mobile mechanic background
  • Advanced electrical/diagnostic capabilities
  • Experience with a wide variety of equipment types


Next Steps

Please respond with an updated resume!


Call Kristian at 360-###-#### or Grant at 360-###-#### to schedule an interview.


Or stop by for a walk-in interview:

703 Broadway St, Suite 690, Vancouver, WA 9866


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