Shop Helper

Ballard Truck CenterPortland, MaineOn-siteFull-timeMid level, 2–5 yearsListed 4 hours ago

Apply now

About this role

Job Overview:

Supports the service department by keeping bays organized and safe, assisting technicians, moving trucks/parts, and handling cleaning/waste tasks so repairs flow on schedule and vehicles are delivered on time.

Responsibilities and Duties/Essential Functions:

- Keep the shop clean and organized: Sweep floors; empty trash; clean wash bay; clean drains; maintain spill kits; keep bays, walkways, tool rooms, and common areas organized.

- Tool Control: Return specialty tools to their proper location; report damage/missing items.

- Vehicle Cleaning & Support: Wash/clean trucks and trailers for PDI and delivery; fuel/top off fluids as directed.

- Scrap & Waste Handling: Dispose of scrap metal per company instructions; pump waste oil and measure/record waste-oil tank levels.

- Snow & Grounds: Perform snow removal (shoveling, snow blower, salt/sand application) and light grounds cleanup as needed.

- Errands & Shuttle: Run local errands/parts runs; serve as a shuttle driver for customers when assigned (company vehicle).

- Shop Support: Assist technicians with basic tasks under supervision.

- Safety & Compliance: Follow all safety procedures.

Position Type:
Full time, non-exempt.

Other duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Qualifications :

- Minimum

Must be at least 18 years old.

- Valid driver’s license; insurable MVR; ability to safely move vehicles on premises (if qualified) and provide customer shuttle in a company vehicle.

- Ability to follow verbal/written instructions and complete simple logs/checklists; basic computer/clipboard entry.

- Reliable attendance and ability to perform the Physical Demands listed.

- Preferred

Experience in a truck/heavy-equipment/industrial environment.

- CDL and DOT Medical Card.