Maintenance Mechanic (Maintenance & Trades)

Full Time

  Northwest Hardwoods Inc

  Buena Vista, Virginia, United States

Northwest Hardwoods is the premier Hardwood Lumber producer in the industry serving the furniture, cabinet, and molding and millwork segments worldwide.  We operate manufacturing facilities throughout the United States. 

Our Buena Vista (Fitzgerald Lumber facility) has immediate full-time Mechanic opening for a person with the following work habits: Safety-oriented, positive can-do-attitude, good work ethic, reliable, ability to follow instructions and team player with demonstrated initiative.

Key Functions:  We are looking for a mechanic with at least 2 years of experience working on Class 8 trucks and heavy equipment.  The candidate must have their basic tools and possess their CDL license.   Possess strong analytical skills, ability to diagnose potential problems to prevent downtime situations.  This job is based out of a truck shop location and pay will be based on experience and qualifications.  Maintain preventative maintenance schedules and licensed in state inspection a plus.

 Requirements:

  • Work as part of the maintenance team to correct and enhance plant operations for the continued success of Northwest Hardwoods, Fitzgerald Lumber operation.
  • Must follow all established safety policies. Must have good safety record and positive, can do attitude.
  • Willing to continually improve skills through various offered educational opportunities.
  • Willing to ask questions if lack of understanding. Willing to take and give feedback, criticism.
  • Must have flexible schedule – overtime, weekends, holidays, be adaptable, and work where needed.
  • Build positive relationships plant-wide.
  • Have a strong desire, dedication and determination to succeed.
  • A high-school diploma or equivalent is required. 

Compensation

Northwest Hardwoods offers a highly competitive compensation program that includes a profit sharing plan and a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, prescription and vision care coverage. Company paid life insurance, short term disability benefits, pre-tax Health Savings Account, 401(K) Retirement Plan with company match, paid vacation and paid holidays.