Mechanic - Heavy Equipment

Mechanic - Heavy Equipment Quincy Sawmill Quincy, CA

Close Date:

04/18/2026

Job Type:

Full-Time Up to $1,500 hiring bonus! Heavy Equipment Mechanics earn $34.75 per hour We train and promote from within Excellent low-cost health benefits Retirement plan with employer-paid contributions Paid vacation and 10 holidays At Sierra Pacific Industries, we understand our greatest strength is the people who choose to build a career with us. We are a fourth-generation family-owned company that has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the United States. Our more than 6,000 employees are proud to work at our state-of-the-art sawmills and other facilities, including: manufacturing, custom wood-framed windows, fabrication, millwork, veneer, cogeneration, trucking, forestry, and other operations. Our division in the beautiful mountain town of Quincy, California is seeking a qualified Heavy Equipment Mechanic for our sawmill. Nestled along the Sierra Nevada Mountain range, Quincy was named #7 among the most beautiful and charming small towns in Northern California, as well as #8 on the list of America's Coolest Small Towns. Come live, work, and play in this beautiful outdoor community! About the Position Perform preventative and routine maintenance on both gas and propane forklifts, loaders, and other various equipment Recognize, troubleshoot, and repair mechanical defects Conduct safety inspections of equipment and maintain maintenance records Perform duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations There is occasional heavy lifting and working in both hot and cold environments Work may consist of various shifts, with overtime, weekend, and holiday work during busy production times Qualifications Working knowledge of both gasoline and diesel engines, equipment hydraulics, and electrical systems preferred Preference given to applicants with fabrication and metal work experience Proven prior experience working on various machines including the above-mentioned equipment All applicants must be at least 18 years of age Why Join Our Team? Because this is more than an invitation, it's a commitment to offer opportunities for personal and professional growth to everyone! We ask people to grow with us and make the company even better. We provide an excellent benefit package including a full Health Benefits Plan (including medical, dental, and vision) with low-cost premiums, a 401(k) with Company Match, additional Retirement Contributions, and company-paid Life Insurance.