Rolling Stock Mechanic (Heavy Equipment Diesel)
About this role
Summary
As the Rolling Stock Mechanic, you will be a vital member at one of our Alaskan processing facilities responsible for maintaining and repairing various types of rolling stock, such as Flatbeds, Forklifts, and company vehicles. You will be responsible for diagnosing and troubleshooting any mechanical and electrical problems, performing routine maintenance tasks, and ensuring the safety and reliability of rolling stock equipment. Your expertise in diagnosing and troubleshooting mechanical and electrical issues will be essential in keeping our equipment operational and minimizing downtime.
Requirements
Essential Functions/Qualifications
The responsibilities of the position include the following:
- Perform preventative maintenance and repairs on a variety of rolling stock, including flatbeds, forklifts, and company vehicles.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems, utilizing your in-depth knowledge of rolling stock systems.
- Ensure adherence to all State and Federal regulations pertaining to rolling stock maintenance and operation.
- Efficiently track all parts and inventory control for all facility vehicles.
- Ensure all State and Federal regulations are met.
- Maintain accurate records of daily, weekly, and monthly maintenance of rolling stock.
- Keep a well-organized and maintained workspace to enhance efficiency and safety.
- Other duties as assigned to ensure the facility and organization is fully supported and successful.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following functional and interpersonal competencies:
Functional
- Mechanical Expertise: Deep understanding of the mechanical systems and components of rolling stock, including engines, transmissions, brakes, and suspension.
- Electrical Knowledge: Proficiency in diagnosing and repairing electrical systems, including wiring, control panels, and lighting.
- Diagnostic Skills: Ability to identify and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems.
- Maintenance Procedures: Knowledge of routine maintenance procedures, such as oil changes, inspections, and adjustments.
- Safety Regulations: Adherence to safety regulations and procedures to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Equipment Operation: Proficiency in operating diagnostic tools, hand tools, and specialized equipment used in rolling stock maintenance.
Interpersonal
- Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and resolve complex mechanical and electrical problems.
- Attention to Detail: Meticulous attention to detail to ensure accuracy and precision in work.
- Teamwork: Ability to work effectively with other mechanics and technicians in a team environment.
- Communication: Clear and effective communication with supervisors, coworkers, and other stakeholders.
- Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing work conditions and priorities.
- Dependability: Reliability and consistency in performing duties and responsibilities.
Education and Experience
- High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred but not required.
- Position requires driven machinery certifications such as a forklift, expeditor or flatbed truck which in turn requires a valid driver’s license.
- 3 years of forklift mechanic experience in all aspects including electrical preferred.
- Certifications in relevant areas, such as diesel engine mechanics or electrical maintenance, can enhance job prospects.
- Previous experience in Seafood or Manufacturing as receptionist or administrative role preferred.
Benefits
lver Bay Perks
Benefits and Perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Silver Bay and the state where you work.
- Health Insurance: Seasonal Employees, as well as their families, are eligible for health benefits that include medical, dental and vision benefits once the employee meets the required 1560 hours worked to become benefit eligible. Employees are also eligible to receive basic life insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program: Available for employees and their families.
- Other Compensation: Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
Silver Bay Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to status as a protected veteran or a qualified individual with a disability, or other protected status such as race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or age.
If you need assistance and/or reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected].
Company at a glance
Silver Bay Seafoods is an integrated processor of frozen, headed and gutted salmon for domestic and export markets. We began in 2007 as a single salmon processing facility in Sitka, Alaska. Today, Silver Bay is one of the largest seafoods companies in Alaska, operating five domestic processing facilities throughout Alaska and the West Coast. Our Alaska operations include Craig, Ketchikan, Kodiak, False Pass, Naknek, Sitka and Valdez.
Silver Bay's primary strength is in its combination of having a state of the art processing plant and favorable logistics to support its operations; competent management and key personnel; an established fish buying system; and ownership by fishermen who represent over 80% of the committed fishing effort.
Through sound management, innovation, teamwork and vision, provide member fishermen and other strategic partners with the “Silver Bay experience” that is predicated on exceptional and unparalleled performance that is second to none; simultaneously promoting the growth and sustained profitability of the company.
Silver Bay Seafoods was born from the passion of hard working and dedicated fishers, many of which have been very successful. Collectively, they believe in the dream that there is always a better option for their fishing efforts.
The company is molded to fit that vision. While salmon and herring production has been the primary focus during its first four years, Silver Bay will continue to explore areas where we will be able to offer more value-added products to our swiftly growing customer base.
Top Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Medical Benefits
- Dental Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Basic Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Annual Discretionary Bonus
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