Master Mechanic

Location: Projects may be located throughout the State of California and surrounding states, including Nevada, Utah, Colorado, Arizona, and New Mexico .

Travel: 60%

Reporting to the VP of Operations, t he Master Mechanic will perform scheduled, unscheduled, preventative maintenance, and repairs on a wide variety of industrial and small engine equipment to facilitate the forestry operations of Markit! Forestry Management LLC ("Markit!").

This position requires in-depth knowledge of maintenance, troubleshooting, and solving complex and frequent maintenance issues in adverse high elevation conditions.

• Supervise and train mechanics and/or mechanics assistants in equipment maintenance and repairs.
• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance in accordance with applicable original equipment manufacturers technical manuals; record maintenance, parts utilized and maintenance time using a cell phone, tablet and/or laptop in an online database.
• Perform repairs on inoperable equipment; record repairs, parts utilized and repair time using a cell phone, tablet and/or laptop in an online database.
• Perform repairs in one or more areas with little or no supervision in accordance with service manuals and manufacturers specifications.
• Perform fabrication of hydraulic hoses.
• Equipment includes Bobcat and ASV Loaders, Industrial Tractors, Delimbers, Skidders, Chippers, Log Loaders, Harvesters, Graders, Dozers, Excavators, Grinders, Generators, Pressure Washers, attachments, trucks and trailers.
• Order parts by using online databases, manuals and catalogs.

What We Need

• Proficiency speaking, reading and writing English
• Ability to utilize a cell phone, tablet and/or laptop daily
• Ability to learn and utilize computer system(s) required for multiple aspects related to this position
• Willing to train in other skilled areas
• Able to work any shift including weekends if required
• Able to travel on short notice, some overnight travel may be required
• Able to understand and comply with all parts ordering and issuing procedures
• Able to work in adverse weather conditions, and austere environments
• Able to lift 100 lbs. occasionally and 50 lbs. frequently
• Must demonstrate knowledge and ability to use precision measuring and testing equipment
• Must be able to effectively troubleshoot and solve complex maintenance issues

What You Have

• 15 years of industrial maintenance experience in at least two of the following areas: pneumatics, hydraulics, internal combustion engines (gas, diesel, LPG), transmission and general maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Works and interacts well with others
• Able to deliver maintenance recommendations to the Fleet Manager in a concise and persuasive manner
• Hard-working and detail-oriented
• Acts with the highest integrity at all times
• Comfortable in a rapidly evolving technical and entrepreneurial environment
• Ability to function with minimal direction
• Adapts quickly to change

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience: ​​​​
  • Entry-level up to $35.00 per hour
  • Mid-level up to $40.00 per hour
  • Senior-level up to $45.00 per hour
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life benefits
• PTO
• Tuition reimbursement