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Description Position at Matson Navigation Company of Alaska, LLC About Us Matson has been the ... Major mechanic repairs are sent to a third-party vendor. * Rate of pay is $33.83 per hour, with ...

Matson is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work. Our team of dedicated and talented ... Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, check/replace batteries, lube trucks/machinery ...

Senior Mechanic - Span

Auburn, WA · On-site

$32.60 - $44.31/hr

Matson is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work. Our team of dedicated and talented ... Perform preventative maintenance on trucks, forklifts, chassis, trailers, and other rolling ...

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Do workers at Matson get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
86% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Does Matson pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
92% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

At Matson, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
44% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 9 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

Is the health insurance from Matson affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
100% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get paid time off at Matson?

Most people get paid time off work.
90% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between June 2025 and May 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 60% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 20% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 20% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 5 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and December 2025.

Do workers at Matson worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
83% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 6 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

How easy is it for Matson workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
57% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and March 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at Matson?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
91% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Do Matson managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
75% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

Do jobs at Matson spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
29% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 7 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and March 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at Matson?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
82% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Is working at Matson good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
100% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 8 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Matson feel treated with respect by their managers?

Some people don’t feel treated with respect by their managers.
36% of people say they’re not treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Matson get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
80% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 10 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Is it stressful to work at Matson?

Some people feel stressed here.
64% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Matson enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
100% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Do people at Matson recommend working with their team?

Only some people recommend working with their team.
38% of people report that they wouldn’t recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at Matson?

Some people didn’t get enough training when they started.
58% of people report they didn’t get enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Do people get support to advance at Matson?

Most people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 83% of people report being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 12 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Do people think Matson’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Some people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
64% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 11 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how Matson is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
77% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 13 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and May 2026.

What are the most popular categories at Matson?

Infographic showing various Maintenance Mechanic job openings at Matson in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Nights. Highlights an 96% Physical, and 4% Remote job distribution.

Facility Maintenance Person-Casual

matson

Tacoma, WA • On-site

$33.83/hr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago


Matson rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 13 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz


Job description

Description
Position at Matson Navigation Company of Alaska, LLC
About Us
Matson has been the leading ocean shipping and logistics provider throughout the Pacific since 1882. We are the supply chain lifeline for Hawaii, Alaska, Guam, and islands of the South Pacific. We also offer the top two ocean shipping services in the world's largest trade lane - Asia to the U.S. West Coast. With our subsidiaries Matson Terminals and Matson Logistics, our business focus is exceeding customer expectations with quality, reliability, and integrity.
We strive to operate in an environmentally sustainable manner and promote land-based environmental programs in Hawaii, Guam, and Alaska. We help improve the communities in which we work and live through our community giving program that annually supports hundreds of local organizations.
Matson is honored to be certified as a Great Place to Work. Our team of dedicated and talented employees consistently deliver exceptional results for our customers and the communities in which we serve.
Learn more at matson.com.
About the Role
The on-call, Facility Maintenance Person-Casual will supplement the three (3) person staff in Tacoma. Facility Maintenance Person-Casuals may work full-time when covering for staff on vacations or leaves.
This position focuses on keeping our customers' freight moving with short-term repairs to our vehicles, equipment, and facility. Major mechanic repairs are sent to a third-party vendor.
  • Rate of pay is $33.83 per hour, with wage increases under a Teamsters Union contract occurring each April 1st and October 1st through Oct. 1, 2027.
  • Shop employees are supplied with coveralls, gloves, safety glasses and ear plugs.
  • Possibility to work into full-time employment.
  • This position is located at 1675 Lincoln Avenue Loop, Tacoma, WA, 98421.
  • All candidates selected to interview need to bring a current driving history going back a minimum of 10 years.
  • Obtain and maintain a TWIC card.
  • Must be able to pass a DOT drug and alcohol testing, and a background check upon job offer.
  • Possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A with Air Brakes endorsements.
  • Have a current DOT medical card.

What you'll do:
  • Assist Facility Maintenance under general supervision of the Shop Lead.
  • Comply with OSHA safe working rules and regulations along with FMCSA job specific requirements.
  • Perform a range of repairs and maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
  • Regularly maintain, inspect prior to and post use of safety equipment for personal protection.
  • Attend and pass training for OSHA, Company, & job specific requirements such as but not limited to hazardous materials, eyewash, fire extinguisher, etc.
  • Must be Forklift and Top Pick certified within 90 days and maintain those qualifications.
  • Ensure electrical and electronic items are inspected and serviced to remain operational.
  • Perform Facility maintenance and Freight Yard maintenance.
  • Perform mounted tire replacement.
  • Refuel, lubricate, and perform services on all types of equipment, tractors, forklifts, generators, chassis, and other power equipment, as needed or directed.
  • Work is performed with only general supervision. Performs other duties as assigned by the Facility Maintenance Leadman.

You have these skills:
  • Must be a team player and able to get along with others.

And these qualifications:
  • Work a variety of schedules.
  • Must become a Teamster 763 union member if hired.
  • Work indoors and outdoors.
  • Must be able to work in all types of weather conditions while performing maintenance.
  • Must be able to read, write, and communicate using the English language.
  • Must be capable of entering and exiting cabs of tractors 25 or more times per hour, which requires flexibility to step up/down two or more steps with bending, twisting, and turning movements.
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds on your own.

At Matson, we're looking for people to build a unified team to maintain our values of trust, integrity, and reliability. We welcome people who think rigorously and thoughtfully challenge assumptions.
The rate of pay is posted for this position in Washington.
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Matson is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental status, ancestry, disability, AIDS/HIV status, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status. Qualified applicants with arrest and/or conviction records will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with federal and state laws, as well as applicable local ordinances, including, but not limited to, the San Francisco and Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinances.View our applicant privacy statement: https://www.matson.com/media/Applicant_Privacy_Statement.pdf.

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