Mechanic I 03887 NWP
Mechanic I 03887 NWP
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Job Description
Location: Moab Utah
Title: Mechanic I
Schedule (FT/PT): Regular Full Time
Travel Required: Yes (0-25%)
Clearance: Ability to Obtain
Portage Inc. is a technically diverse company providing consulting and project execution services to clients on their environmental engineering and infrastructure projects. Since its establishment in Idaho Falls in 1992 Portage has completed over $1.2 billion of projects focused primarily on investigations remedial/response actions and removal of radiological hazardous and toxic waste for federal state tribal and local governments and private industry clients. Portage is ISO9001 certified and has an active NQA-1 compliant Quality Assurance Program. Portage is based in Idaho Falls Idaho with satellite offices throughout the country. On January 20 2017 Portage Inc. was acquired by North Wind Group.
POSITION PURPOSE:
The Mechanic I will service repair fuel lube and maintain heavy equipment and light power train systems used for the Moab Uranium Mill Tailings Remedial Action (UMTRA) Project at the Moab or Crescent Junction site including but not limited to heavy duty trucks and trailers bulldozers excavators forklifts water trucks dump trucks backhoes trailers light support vehicles and maintenance on the shipping intermodal containers. The work is performed through the application of a body of knowledge to diagnose and repair heating and air conditioning systems. Welding experience is preferred but not required.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Diagnosing servicing troubleshooting and repairing on various systems that are found on pieces of heavy equipment such as mechanical and computer electronic controls air brake systems transmissions generators and pneumatic systems.
- Performing equipment service maintenance requirements including oil and hydraulic changes according to manufacturers recommendations.
- Maintaining inventory of parts and support supplies to perform routine equipment maintenance.
- Maintaining service records and preparing cost materials estimates.
- Assisting with overhauling engines replacing engines and rebuilding components.
- Keeping tools equipment and work area clean organized and in good working condition.
- Road testing equipment.
- Performing corrective and preventative maintenance on fleet of intermodal shipping containers.
ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Other related duties as assigned by management.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Experience:
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Minimum 6 months experience with light equipment services and repairs
Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of the standard practices materials tools and equipment used in the repair of heavy equipment.
- Skilled in the use of diagnostic testing and tuning equipment welding equipment use of hand tools for repairs and servicing of heavy equipment.
- Trained to properly drain and dispose of refrigerant vacuum systems and charge systems to specific capacity.
- Ability to diagnose mechanical electrical and hydraulic malfunctions.
- Ability to read manuals and schematics.
- Ability to communicate professionally with other mechanics about repair work needed.
- Motivated and willing to work as part of a team and perform multiple job functions.
- Ability to read and comply with project direction contained in project-specific plans and procedures.
Special Requirements:
- Must have a valid drivers license.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background check.
- Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Ability to qualify as a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Radiation Worker II and complete Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Hazardous Waste Operations and Emergency Response (HAZWOPER) worker qualification and pass a HAZWOPER/respirator user medical exam.
- Welding experience preferred.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Ability to work in different types of personal protective equipment (half-face full-face respirators Tyvek etc.) while performing various tasks/activities (e.g. climbing walking stopping etc.) in different work environments (e.g. cold heat etc.).
- Physically able to perform job tasks including lifting up to 50 lb alone.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:
- Experience in work environments with exposure to all weather conditions and temperature extremes.
North Wind offers a competitive pay and benefits package to include health life and disability insurance benefits 401(k) with company match generous paid leave and tuition reimbursement for eligible employees. As a company we are committed to employee wellness professional development and work-life balance. We value safety reliability and commitment to our people! For more information about our benefits or hiring philosophy visit the North Wind Career Opportunities Page.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The nature of those accommodations will be determined on a case-by-case basis. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying you may contact our Helpline 1.208.528.8718 or use the Request for Reasonable Accommodation form to get assistance.
North Wind is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race sex color religion national origin age disability veteran status genetic data religion or other legally protected status. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Proof of citizenship will be required as a condition of employment.
Candidates may be required to obtain and hold a Secret or Higher US Government Clearance.
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