Apprentice Mechanic

Full Time
Darrington, WA 98241
Posted
Job description
Company Summary:
Hampton Lumber is a family-owned wood products company headquartered in Portland, Oregon. With over 1,700 employees, we operate ten sawmills in Western Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia. We also manage timberland and operate a wholesale and export division. With nearly 80 years in the sawmill business, we are proud to have cultivated the knowledge and experience needed to grow and prosper, even in challenging times. We always look to the future and invest in our people, new technologies, and continuous improvement processes and techniques.
Overview:

This position's primary function is to repair and maintain electric, propane, diesel, and gasoline industrial equipment. Work schedule: Monday-Friday, Swing Shift (2:00pm to 10:30pm, flexible as needed). Wage range is $27.36-$31.00/hour ($56,784-$64,480 per year) the hourly rate does not include: overtime, shift differential, and production bonuses. Starting wage will depend on experience. This person will have the ability to learn tasks and earn more money; once you are a journey-level mechanic you will receive an additional increase. Production Bonuses are possible for every employee each month, based on the plant site's target goals.


This position is critical to keeping our equipment running safely and efficiently by performing scheduled preventative maintenance tasks as well as troubleshooting any issue that may come up that interrupts our operations. The Truck Shop Department works closely with rolling stock operators to get ahead of any issues before they cause downtime or significant equipment failure.


Mechanics are required to provide their own tools.


Salary Range: $27.36-$34.60/hour

Benefits Highlights:
Generous company-paid assistance for Medical and Dental insurance premiums; cost-effective co-pays & deductibles. Vision, Short Term Disability, Roth and pre-tax 401k, with a 2% company match and an additional 5% annual employer contribution, fully vested after three years.

PTO for full time employees is accrued as follows:

Years of Service

PTO Hours Accrual Rates*

1 through 2 years (0 – 35 months)

2.5 hours per pay period/ 60 hours per year

  • PTO hours are accrued only in pay periods where some hours are paid.

The company generally recognizes the following major holidays with either Holiday Paid Time Off or Holiday Pay:
  • New Year’s Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Day after Thanksgiving
  • Christmas Eve
  • Christmas Day
Responsibilities:
  • Ability to repair diesel, propane, gasoline, and electrical motors, brake systems, and change tires.
  • Ability to diagnose breakdowns, diagnose motor problems, diagnose hydraulic problems, diagnose electrical problems,
  • Ability to read schematics and parts diagrams.
  • Ability to fabricate, weld, cut and air arc.
  • Assist with ordering parts and keep records on equipment.
  • Willing to attend any training necessary to upgrade performance.
  • Willing to train any employees as assigned by supervisor.
  • Willing to work overtime as necessary.
  • Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work with minimal supervision.
  • Ability to build relationships with our vendors and customers.
Qualifications:
  • 2-years’ experience as a Diesel Mechanic is preferred but not required.
  • Experience with ordering parts is preferred but not required.
  • Proficient in Word, Excel, and Outlook is preferred but not required.
  • Will be expected to progress towards becoming a Journey Level Mechanic.
  • Must hold and maintain current Washington driver's license and Hampton PIT authorization.
  • Strong attention to details, good organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize tasks
  • Strong communication skills both oral and written.
More About Us:
Darrington is a small town nestled in the foothills of the beautiful Cascade Mountains with easy access to national parks, hiking, skiing, fishing, and hunting. Hampton Lumber took over ownership of the Darrington mill in 2002 and today employs 175 people in good, family-wage jobs. We’re committed to creating a safe, competitive facility and opportunities for growth for our employees. Here, you have a career, not just a job. We take pride in this community and help where we can by supporting school events, athletic and family assistance programs, scholarships, and local clubs/businesses.

Learn more at hamptonlumber.com, or follow us on Facebook: @HamptonLumber. You can also learn about our company and our priorities by visiting our blog.
EEO Statement:
Hampton Lumber is an equal opportunity employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.

Disability accommodation available:
If you are an individual with a disability and need a reasonable accommodation in the application or hiring process, please contact the Human Resources Office for the location you are applying.

For more information about our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please see these government posters: EEO is the Law and its accompanying temporary supplement.

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