Mechanic - Heavy Equipment

Mechanic - Heavy Equipment Shelton Sawmill Shelton, WA

Close Date:

02/28/2026

Job Type:

Full-Time Heavy Equipment Mechanics earn $35.73 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. Currently, we are seeking a qualified Heavy Equipment Mechanic to work collaboratively with our sawmill in Shelton, Washington. About the Position Perform preventative and routine maintenance on diesel/heavy equipment including front-end loaders, forklifts, and excavators Troubleshoot and repair mechanical defects Conduct safety inspections of equipment and maintain maintenance records Operate equipment as needed Perform duties in a timely and efficient manner Maintain work area appearance and safety Work may consist of day or swing shift, with some overtime, weekend, and holiday work during busy production times Perform all job duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations Qualifications 2 years' diesel/heavy equipment mechanic experience or educational equivalent required Working knowledge of both gasoline and diesel engines, equipment hydraulics, and electrical systems required Proven prior experience working on various machines including the above-mentioned equipment Required to have own tools All applicants must be at least age 18 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.