Utility Maintenance Specialist

Valley Pacific is looking for a Utility Maintenance Mechanic for our Visalia location at 7305 West Doe Avenue, Visalia, CA 93291. This is a full-time position, working Monday through Friday from 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM.

The successful candidate will be an effective communicator with a strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail. A self-starter who operates effectively with little supervision will find tremendous success in this position. We are looking for someone who is mechanically inclined, self-motivated, and organized, with a “team-minded” attitude.

 Key Responsibilities:

• Job duties include working hands-on with petroleum equipment, including but not limited to tanks, hoses, meters, drums, and pails.
• Mechanically inclined — able to troubleshoot, repair, and maintain basic equipment and pumps.
• Welding and fabricating experience is not required, but would be a plus.
• Knowledge of the petroleum industry is a plus.
• Must be able to pass a crane certification within 6 months of hire date.
• Forklift driving experience is a plus.
• Candidate should also have the ability to tow trailers and secure dunnage.
• Basic math and counting comprehension.
• Ability to read and follow instructions and safety procedures.
• Must possess a valid Class C license.
• Basic to intermediate computer skills, including email.
• Acts in accordance with the company’s code of ethics and mission statement.
• Able and willing to respond to emergencies, urgent or unusual situations (e.g., spill/mix cleanups, fires, accidents, customer demands, weekend, holiday, or overnight assignments).
• Remains calm in demanding situations and accepts constructive criticism without becoming defensive.
• Knowledgeable, friendly, and courteous to customers and suppliers.
• Maintains a good working relationship with all drivers, dispatchers, and management.
• Courteously and efficiently receives instructions and orders.
• Able and willing to do special assignments or tasks when needed.
• Communication is clear, concise, and understandable.
• Takes good care of company equipment (keeps in good operable condition; no rough treatment, misuse, or abuse).
• Understands and follows all loading/unloading procedures, processes, and policies.
• Safely and efficiently carries out all assignments without wasting time or company resources.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Pay ranges from $25-$33 per hour, depending on experience.
• Medical/Dental/Life Insurance/401K Match
• Paid Time Off
• Plus, more!

All offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug and background screen.

Valley Pacific is an equal opportunity employer.