Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Central Oregon Forklift & Equipment
Job Description
Job Description
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Bend, OR
Pay: Competitive, based on experience
About Us
We are a family-owned and operated equipment service center rooted in Bend, Oregon. We pride ourselves on honest work, strong relationships with our customers, and a supportive team environment where everybody’s contribution matters.
Job Summary
We are looking for a reliable, skilled Equipment Mechanic to join our shop full-time. In this role, you will diagnose, service, and repair a wide range of light-to-medium industrial and agricultural equipment—with a primary focus on forklifts, compact/utility tractors, and zero-turn lawn mowers.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine preventative maintenance, inspection, and servicing on forklifts, tractors, zero-turn mowers, and related equipment.
- Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, hydraulic, mechanical, and fuel system issues (gas, diesel, and propane).
- Perform engine, transmission, hydraulic system, and drive-train repairs.
- Maintain clean and accurate service records for work performed.
- Keep work areas safe, clean, and organized.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Experience: Minimum 2 years of professional hands-on mechanic experience required.
- Diagnostics: Strong troubleshooting and diagnostic abilities preferred.
- Tools: Must own a complete set of personal hand/power tools appropriate for equipment repair (specialty/heavy shop tools provided).
- Driver’s License: Must hold a valid Oregon Driver’s License with a clean driving record.
- Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a team-player attitude.
What We Offer
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid Time Off (PTO) (accrual starts upon completion of 1 year of continuous service)
- Health Insurance
- Stable, consistent full-time hours
- A friendly, respectful, family-owned working environment right here in Central Oregon
How to Apply
To apply, please submit your resume or a summary of your relevant experience to View email address on ziprecruiter.com / View phone number on ziprecruiter.com / 65301 N HWY 97 Bend, OR 97701 or stop by the shop in person!
Vacancy posted 27 days ago
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