Diesel & Forklift Mechanic Assistant

Snowbelt Hardwoods is seeking 1 additional full time maintenance mechanics to assist in our shop conducting preventive and routine maintenance on Tractors, Trailers, Forklifts, Front End Loaders etc. Snowbelt Hardwoods located in Hurley, WI was established in 1994 and is a family ran company that saws, dries, and manufactures Hardwood Lumber and Flooring throughout the USA, Mexico, Canada, Europe and Asia. Our ideal candidate(s) have an extensive maintenance background with strong communication and management skills while also having an impeccable attendance record. We want everyone on our tight-knit team to play an active role in growing our business, and we encourage our employees to share their ideas and help shape our future. This job opening is for a full-time position for an individual(s) seeking long-term employment with a well establish company with strong family-oriented ethics.

As a Shop Maintenance Assistant, you will work as part of the Maintenance Department, responsible for maintaining equipment associated with Snow Run Trucking, Snow Ridge Lumber, Snowbelt Hardwoods, Snow Country Hardwoods and Snow Timber Pellets through preventative, predictive and corrective maintenance.

This Position Requires the Following Demonstrated Skills/Abilities:

• Experience with diesel mechanic
• Experience with Forklift repair
• Experience with Heavy Equipment repair
• Experience with trailer repairs 48' -53' Trailers- Conestoga, Flatbed, Chip, sawdust & Bark Trailers
• Basic machine shop, welding and fabricating skills.
• Work safely and protect the safety of others. Actively participate in a High-Performance Work Team environment, sharing knowledge and skills with all other team members.
• Provide routine maintenance training to team members.
• Participate in cost effective decision making, identifying and maintaining critical spare parts inventory levels
• Read blueprints and related technical literature as required

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to maintain a work schedule including nights, weekends, holidays and overtime in the case of an emergency.
• Understanding of predictive, preventative maintenance concepts and commitment to continuing education.
• Successful candidates will have strong communication, leadership, self-motivation, problem solving, decision-making skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities with a willingness and commitment to work as part of a collaborative team.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $30.00 Per Hour

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $18.00 - $30.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person