Diesel Mechanic Assistant

JOB TITLE: Diesel Mechanic Assistant

REPORTS TO: Plant Manager

STATUS: Full time, non-exempt 

LOCATION: Raymond, WA

SALARY RANGE: $25.00-$28.00/hr based on interview outcome and qualifications

BENEFITS: Medical, dental, and vision insurance, optional FSA/HSA, 401k with 6% employer match, life and AD&D insurance, Employee Assistance Program, short & long term disability, tuition reimbursement, 21.67 days of paid time off + 10 holidays 

About Tidal Vision:

We believe that sustainability should not require customers to compromise on price, convenience, or performance. Our mission is to create positive and systemic environmental impact by making our biopolymer solutions cost competitive, more convenient, and better performing than the synthetic chemicals we displace. We value innovation and take pride in challenging the status-quo; we choose to view obstacles as opportunities. We value new ideas and encourage the team to apply creativity and invent new solutions to meet challenging demands. We foster open, direct communication, and a collaborative working environment through our unique approach to work culture. We value our employees and demonstrate that through our compensation and benefits programs and opportunities for growth and development.

About Tidal Vision’s Unique Work Culture:

Tidal Vision strives to build and invest in the highest performing and most innovative team. We put our people and customers above process, avoid company-wide rules as much as possible, and have the courage to take unusual approaches to advance our mission. With this approach, we believe we can create a more flexible, fun, stimulating, creative, collaborative, and innovative organization.

Our commitment to developing, practicing and promoting direct and open communication, responsibility and freedom, and leading with and seeking context is a responsibility for every role at Tidal Vision.

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic to assist our current mechanic with maintaining and repairing our fleet. The ideal candidate must have hands-on diesel mechanic experience and strong overall mechanical knowledge. Responsibilities include assisting with diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance on diesel engines, forklifts and heavy-duty trucks and related equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Must have mechanical knowledge, and aptitude to learn new mechanical skills. 


• Collaborate and work effectively with team members. 


• Must be able to read manuals, directions, plans, and related documents. 


• Follow all safety procedures, including proper use of personal protective equipment. 


• Must be able to be onsite daily. 

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years experience as a Diesel Mechanic. 


• Knowledge of repair on equipment such as forklifts and other related equipment. 


• Experience using a variety of mechanical tools. 


• Demonstrated ability to problem solve and troubleshoot mechanical issues. 

Licensing & Special Requirements

•  Incumbent is subject to a criminal background check.

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Most of the work is performed in a shop setting, and you must be able to sit, stand, bend, reach, lift, and rotate in order to perform daily tasks. 

Tidal Vision provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The statements contained herein reflect general details as necessary to describe the principal functions of this job, the level of knowledge and skill typically required, and the scope of responsibility, but should not be considered an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned including work in other functional areas to cover absences or relief, to equalize peak work periods, or otherwise to balance the workload. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.