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Daimler's Portland Truck Plant - Millwright - (Portland,OR)

Daimler's Portland Truck Plant - Millwright - (Portland,OR)

Daimler Truck North America

Portland, OR • On-site

$45/hr

Full-time

Medical, Retirement, PTO

Posted 6 days ago

Daimler Truck North America rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 54 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

2nd of 44 rated automakers

Job description

Inside the Role
Job Description Summary
Daimler Trucks North America (DTNA), the largest and most diverse company in the North American commercial vehicle market, invites you to join our dynamic, industry leading workforce.
Posting Information
We provide a scheduled posting end date to assist our candidates with their application planning. While this date reflects our latest plans, it is subject to change, and postings may be extended or removed earlier than expected.
We Take Care of Our Team
Additional Job Description
Benefits include 401k with company match, full coverage benefit plan options, paid vacation, paid sick, 15 calendar holidays, local wellness center, employee assistance program, comprehensive health and wellness programs, and tuition assistance. Limited Maintenance Electrician position offers a starting salary of $45.00/hr. *Additional $1.00 shift differential for off-shifts.
What You Drive at DTNA
  • Perform maintenance, repair and fabrication based on shop work orders, preventative work orders preventative maintenance and follow with effective use of Infor Computerized Maintenance Management Systems (CMMS) to process work orders and adjust PM procedures based on equipment performance
  • Safely install motors, machinery and equipment according to layouts, schematics and drawings using hoists, lift trucks, hand and power tools, lasers, squares, levels, rulers, micrometers, etc.
  • Interpret electrical, pneumatic, HVAC and hydraulic diagrams and troubleshoot plant equipment using Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) systems.
  • Understand problem solving and process improvement.
  • Develop, modify and work on robots and end effectors.
  • Provide training to peers
  • Alignment of fan/motor sheaves and perform vibration analysis and fan balancing

Knowledge You Should Bring
  • Oregon Master Maintenance Mechanic Certification or Millwright Certification required
  • Experience (4 years) in repair and maintenance with effective practical background in electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, HVAC and adhesive application systems required
  • Resume is required
  • Adherence to all safety standards is required
  • Ability to understand and interpret standard work instructions required
  • Ability to use a computer at a basic level required
  • Employees must be able to lift 75 lbs. with or without a reasonable accommodation, and work in a physically demanding environment
  • Familiarity with manufacturing environment preferred
  • Limited Maintenance Electrician (LME) license is preferred
  • Must be 18 years of age

Starting pay is $45/hr.
Additional Information
  • Starting wage is $45/hr.
  • Full benefits available
  • Membership with the union required

Where We Work
This position is open to applicants who can work in (or relocate to) the following location(s)-
Portland, OR US. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Schedule Type:
Onsite
At Daimler Truck North America, we recognize our world is changing faster than ever before. By listening to the needs of today, we're building to solve with cutting-edge solutions in sustainability and future driving technology across electric, hydrogen and autonomous. These solutions, backed by years of innovative success and achievement, continue DTNA's legacy as the undisputed industry leader. Our evolving brand portfolio is second to none, including Freightliner Trucks, Western Star, Demand Detroit, Thomas Built Buses, Freightliner Custom Chassis, and Financial Services. Together, we work as one team towards our envisioned future - building a cleaner, safer and more efficient tomorrow for all.
That is what we are working toward - for all who keep the world moving.
Additional Information
  • This position is not open for Visa sponsorship or to existing Visa holders
  • Applicants must be legally authorized to work permanently in the country the position is located in at the time of application
  • Final candidate must successfully complete a criminal background check
  • Final candidate may be required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen
  • Contractors, professional services, or other contingent workers should confirm with their local agency if they are eligible to apply for FTE positions
  • EEO - Disabled/Veterans

Daimler Truck North America is committed to workforce inclusion and providing an environment where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, age, marital status, family relationship, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (including transgender and transitioning status), genetic information, or veteran status.
For an accommodation or special assistance with applying for a posted position, please contact our Human Resources department at 503-745-8982 or toll free 800-206-3369. For TTY/TDD enabled call 503-745-2137 or toll free 866-355-6935.

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