Vehicle Service Technician Trainee

6 days ago


Portland, Oregon, United States Recology Full time

Job Summary

Recology is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Automotive Technician Trainee to join our team. As a trainee, you will work under the direct supervision of a Lead Mechanic, Equipment Maintenance Supervisor, or Equipment Maintenance Manager to service, maintain, inspect, and repair vehicles, machinery, and/or equipment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform routine preventive maintenance, inspection, and repairs on company vehicles and equipment.
  • Conduct basic tire work, including replacement and repairs.
  • Perform basic electrical work, including light replacement and repair.
  • Replace hydraulic hoses and repair or replace small parts or components.
  • Conduct minor repair and cleaning of components as required.
  • Perform preventive maintenance and safety inspections on company vehicles or equipment in accordance with company standards and policies.
  • Attend work-related, skill-building training classes.

Qualifications

  • Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying.
  • A typical way to qualify is one year of related experience performing automotive repair, or graduation from a trade school may substitute experience.
  • Principles and practices of job site safety, potential job hazards, and state and local regulations.
  • Basic hand tools.
  • Basic computer skills and programs.
  • High school degree or GED preferred.
  • Valid driver's license required.
  • Commercial driver's license preferred.

Requirements

  • Promote the WASTE ZERO philosophy by making the best and highest use of all resources.
  • Work under pressure, handle stressful situations, and maintain flexibility.
  • Maintain high levels of activity or productivity; operating with effectiveness and determination over extended periods of time.
  • Understand safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
  • Consistently build knowledge and expertise about current job.
  • Communicate effectively with peers, supervisors, and customers.
  • Communicate on a two-way radio or similar device.

What We Offer

  • An ecologically innovative company that finds and mentors people committed to protecting the environment and sustaining our communities.
  • The largest employee-owned resource recovery company in the industry with terrific benefits to help you prosper.
  • A creative and caring culture that values community, diversity, altruism, accountability, collaboration, and learning by doing.
  • An inspired company mission driven to use and return resources to their best and highest use through the practice of the 4R's: Reduce, Re-use, Recycle, and Recologize.
  • Distinct professional challenges to connect with, care for, and grow community that sees a world without waste.


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