JOIN THE HOFFMAN TEAM 

When you ask a Hoffman employee what stands out most about the company, across the board they say, "the people”. Hoffman provides employees with the freedom and independence to solve challenges without bureaucratic second-guessing, opportunities to build the most exciting projects and amazing benefits. We provide health insurance, paid time off, a generous retirement program and highly competitive pay. We take care of each other by offering free primary healthcare to our employees and their families through our dedicated healthcare clinics.  We encourage team building and giving back through community events. Hoffman is an employee-owned company, giving our employee-owners a stake in the company's long-term success.

Headquartered in the Northwest, Hoffman has been building some of the most exciting projects in the world for almost a century. We work in a wide range of markets; from urban high-rise towers and cultural projects such as museums and libraries; to advanced technology, industrial manufacturing facilities; water treatment plants; healthcare facilities and more. We have had the good fortune to build many of the region's most significant and challenging projects, including the Portland International Airport, Space Needle Century Project, Oregon Convention Center, Seattle Central Library, MoPOP, Colman Dock, Washington Park Reservoir, Portland's South Waterfront, Tillamook Creamery Visitors Center, Doernbecher Children's Hospital and many more.

Our people take pride in their work, support each other above all else, and drive our commitment to exceptional construction. Many of our employees have been here for 30+ years; people often join us straight out of college/apprenticeships and stay for their entire careers. We are looking for builders with a wide range of talent to join our team; could you be the next employee of Hoffman?

Salary Range: $49,000-$62,000 annually, depending on experience.

Principle Responsibilities:

• Strong mechanical aptitude, with the ability to diagnose and repair small engines and outdoor power equipment powered by gas, electric, or pneumatic power sources.

• Transmissions

• Chassis

• Drivelines

• Hydraulics

• Brakes

• Suspension Systems

• Wheels

• Tires

• Undercarriages

• Electrical systems

• Perform routine and preventative maintenance on small engines and outdoor power equipment.

• Test equipment to ensure proper functionality and performance.

• Communicate with supervisor and or operator for clarification of defects and discuss preventive techniques with operators to minimize future repairs.

• Assist with inventory management by maintaining an organized workspace, and tracking the use and location of tools, parts, and supplies.

• Support the upkeep and maintenance of workspace, shop, and facilities.

• Complete paperwork associated with repairing equipment, documenting parts usage, and completing work orders associated with repair time billing.

• Assist with equipment and tool delivery when required.

• Follows all safety policies and procedures.

• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

  Qualifications, Skills, Responsibilities:

  Education:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

• Mechanical Trade School certificate or degree preferred

  Experience:

• Minimum of one (1) of year of professional experience in small engine repair

  Position Related Skills

• Current certification or the ability to become forklift-certified

• Training and certification available

• Current certification or the ability to become Aerial Lift certified;

• Training and certification available

• Current rigging signaling certification, or the ability to become certified

• Training and certification available

• Must have a valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record

• Must have a current DOT medical card or have the ability to get one.

• Basic computer skills as demonstrated by knowledge of and ability to use Microsoft Office 365 is preferred

  Essential Functions:

• Standing/Walking/Sitting: Workday is a combination of being stationary and moving about the work location. Up to 75% of the work day is spent outdoors negotiating construction sites.

• Must be able to climb ladders/stairs: Must be able to ascend and descend ladders, scaffolds, stairs and work in confined spaces

• Hands/Arms: Constantly uses machinery and other tools to operate, activate, use, prepare, inspect, place, detect and position materials

• Sight: Specific vision abilities include close vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus in an outdoor environment. Must be able to; visually inspect work, look for small defects, small parts, and/or operate machines (including inspection); use measurement devices; and/or assemble or fabricate parts. Must be able to safely operate a vehicle with a valid driver's license.

• Hearing: sufficient to hear conversational levels in person and over the telephone and radio; sufficient to hear alarms on equipment 

• Speech: sufficient to make oneself heard in person, speak in front of groups, and be understood over the telephone and radio 

• Lift/Carry: Must have the ability to lift or manipulate 25 pounds and carry or push it 50-100 Feet

• Bending/Twisting: Regularly

• Kneeling/Crouching/Crawling: Regularly

• Constant mental alertness, accuracy, and attention to detail required 

• Must be able to work independently, make decisions, and follow through on all assignments 

• Must be able to plan and organize work 

  Application review will consider without limitation the following criteria: qualifications, education, and experience specific to the job description/duties as well as prior experience with Hoffman Construction. Applicants must be able to pass the Hoffman Drug and Alcohol test.

  Hoffman Construction is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

  This job description is intended to outline the general nature and level of work being performed by employees. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of responsibilities, duties, or skills required of the employee of this job. Furthermore, this description is subject to change at the discretion of the company, with or without notice.

  Please note, we are not able to offer sponsorship for this position.

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