Shop Apprentice

Are you eager to dive into the world of heavy equipment maintenance and repair? We are looking for a motivated Shop Apprentice to join our team in Springfield, OR. This role will serve as an integral part of our shop and mechanic team, assisting with a variety of tasks to ensure smooth operations. Responsibilities will include ensuring the organization and cleanliness of the shop and yard, receiving, and pulling parts. This position will involve assisting in the cleaning, maintenance, and servicing of various vehicles and heavy equipment, including rock drills, excavators, rock crushers, and haul trucks. Additionally, under the supervision of trained mechanics, this position will assist in minor equipment maintenance and repairs.
This position offers a great opportunity for someone who is interested in becoming a mechanic apprentice and learning more about shop operations. Under the guidance of experienced mechanics, this position will gain valuable hands-on experience and develop essential skills that can pave the way for a rewarding career in the heavy equipment maintenance and repair field.
COMPENSATION:

• Wage Range: :$18.00 to $22.00 per hour, depending on experience.
• Potential promotional path with on-the-job training.
• Full benefit package

SCHEDULE:

• Standard Shift: :Monday – Friday 7:00am – 4:00pm.
• Work Location: :Company Headquarters located in Springfield, OR

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum age: :18 years old (to operate tools and machinery in the shop).
• Physical Ability:: Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds in a physical environment on a regular basis.
• Experience: Experience: working in a shop/service environment.
• Driver’s License: :Valid Oregon driver’s license with a driving record that includes no more than 3 moving violations and/or chargeable accidents in the last 3 years and no DUIIs.
• Background Check: :Successful background check through the Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives to screen felony records as appropriate in compliance with federal government restriction.
• Pre-employment Requirement:: Pre-employment drug test and physical. For safety reasons, we have a zero-tolerance drug policy, including marijuana use.

SKILLS PREFERRED:

• Positive Attitude and Quick Learner:: Positive approach with the ability to learn quickly.
• Mechanical Aptitude and Repair Understanding:: Possesses a mechanical aptitude with a general understanding of equipment and repairs.
• Self-Motivation and Independence:: Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
• Adaptability to Changing Demands:: Flexible in adapting to changing demands and circumstances.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Carrying, lifting, pushing, and pulling loads weighing up to 75 pounds in a physically demanding environment on a regular basis.
• Standing, walking, climbing, and moving for extended periods.
• Agile and able to navigate elevated platforms and confined spaces safely.
• The job is performed outdoors in various weather conditions, such as heat, cold and rain.

KEY RESPONSIBILTIES:

• Maintains organization, cleanliness, and safety in the shop, yard, and inventory locations.
• Safely handles loading, unloading, sorting, picking, stocking, staging, transporting, and securing inventory materials.
• Pressure washes vehicles and heavy equipment to clean and remove dirt, grease, grime, and other debris. Conducts visual inspections of equipment before and after cleaning to identify any damage, wear and tear, or potential issues.
• May assist mechanics in performing basic maintenance tasks on equipment, such as lubricating moving parts, changing filters, or replacing worn-out components.
• Safely operates grinder to sharpen dull steel drill bits and reports re-sharpened bits to inventory.
• Assists the Safety Coordinator in performing monthly shop inspections and walk-throughs
• Assists in conducting regular inventory counts.
• Performs parts runs to field locations on occasion.
• Performs any other duties as necessary to meet job requirements and support the Product Support team.

SAFETY:

• Promotes a safe and healthy work environment, adhering to all safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains cleanliness in designated workspace by practicing 5S principles to reduce safety risks.
• Attends weekly department safety meetings.
• Performs Job Hazard Analysis (JHA’s) daily for tasks performed.

BENEFITS:

• Paid Time Off :
• Paid Holidays:
• Health Insurance: We offer health insurance at a cost of $54/month for the employee portion of the basic plan. We also offer buy up plan options that have lower deductibles.
• Vision Insurance: We pay 100% of employee premiums
• Dental Insurance: We pay 25% of employee premiums
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA): Employees are given the option to contribute a portion of their earnings, pre-tax, into a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). They can use the funds contributed to their account to pay for qualified medical or dependent care expenses that are not covered by insurance.
• Voluntary Insurance: We offer a voluntary insurance program for Critical Illness, Accident Protection, Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): With this benefit program, employees and members of their household can receive free, confidential counseling services:to help work through both personal and professional issues.
• 401k :We match 100% of the first 3% of your salary that you contribute, and 50% of the amount that exceeds 3%, up to 5% of your annual earnings. In addition, ARI may make a profit-sharing contribution to your account at the end of the plan year.

ARI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, or on the basis of disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or other bases prohibited by applicable law.: