Job Title: Diesel Mechanic About the Job We're seeking a skilled Mechanic to join our Shop team in Moscow, Idaho. Key Responsibilities: • Perform regular maintenance and repairs on refuse and recycling trucks, heavy equipment, forklifts, and other machinery. • Inspect and test equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation. • Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues with minimal supervision. • Maintain clean and organized workspaces and tools. • Collaborate with team members and communicate professionally with supervisors. • Complete documentation and maintenance reports accurately and on time. • Perform light welding and fabrication as needed. • Follow all safety protocols and support a safety-first work culture. Requirements: • High school diploma or equivalent. • CDL (or willingness to obtain one). • Strong mechanical knowledge of diesel trucks and heavy equipment. • Familiarity with hand and power tools, must have own basic hand tools. • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in all weather conditions. • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills. • Flexibility to work on-call weekends as part of a rotating schedule. • Valid driver's license, clean background check, and pre-employment drug test.
See More Details >>As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for delivering exceptional results in an operational role. Your primary function will involve driving trucks to support agricultural input services. Job Responsibilities The job entails performing operational and delivery tasks including loading and unloading products using machinery conducting equipment maintenance and ensuring timely safe deliveries to customer sites. Key Job Duties • Prepare trucks for loading/unloading which may require sampling loosening large nuts opening hatches and attaching and/or detaching flexible hoses. • Load and unload agricultural inputs from trucks using heavy or light duty machinery/equipment. • Conduct and properly record repairs and daily weekly and monthly maintenance tasks regularly inspect in-use equipment. • Monitor and maintain quality of inventory which may include blended bulk or packaged product. • Deliver products such as fertilizer chemical seed feed and others to customer sites ensuring accurate on-time deliveries in a safe timely and professional manner. • Ensure compliance with all local state and federal laws including but not limited to pre-trip and post-trip reporting proper load securement and hours of service. • Keep all work areas and vehicles in a clean orderly and safe condition conduct regular housekeeping duties such as sweeping shoveling power washing scraping and cleaning up spills complete appropriate record keeping. • Perform grounds maintenance including snow removal. • Perform warehouse work including driving loader loading/unloading inventory forklift operation and general maintenance. • Promptly report any customer complaints repair or maintenance needs or safety concerns to supervisor. • Maintain and promote a strong safety culture and follow all safety policies procedures and regulations identify and communicate workplace hazards and correct or seek assistance in correcting unsafe actions or conditions. • Follow all company policies procedures and safety requirements. • Perform other duties as needed or assigned to ensure facility operates smoothly and customers receive excellent customer service.
See More Details >>Regular Faculty Posting Number: F001376P Advertising Pay Range: Commensurate with experience Location: Moscow Primary Division/College: College of Engineering Primary Unit: Mechanical Engineering Employee Category: Faculty Classification Group Title: Regular Faculty Position Control Number: 3070 Suffix: 00 Contingency Code: Not Applicable FTE: 1 Contract Basis: Academic Year Anticipated Contract Start Date: 08/17/2026 FLSA Status: Exempt Tenure Tracking: Tenure Track Rank: Assistant Professor Extension Type: Not Applicable Administrative Appointment Type: Not applicable Administrative Appointment End Date (if applicable): Position Summary: The University of Idaho is the state’s land-grant research university and is proud to hold the Carnegie Classification of Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity (R1), placing it among the nation’s top research institutions. With world-class faculty, state-of-the-art facilities, and strong support for interdisciplinary collaboration, the University fosters an environment where cutting-edge research and high-quality teaching thrive together. The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the University of Idaho invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. Candidates with a strong commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service, and whose research and teaching complement existing departmental strengths and/or address emerging research areas related to national priorities in mechanical engineering, are encouraged to apply. Competitive candidates should have demonstrated potential to develop an externally funded high-impact research program, mentor Ph.D. students, and advance the state of the art in mechanical engineering. Candidates should also have a record of, and aptitude for, research dissemination in high-quality peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings. Competitive candidates should also have the ability and expertise to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in one of the traditional areas of mechanical engineering. The successful candidate will be assigned courses that may include laboratory and project components, in addition to conventional lecture components. Occasionally, some courses may be delivered virtually, either synchronously or asynchronously. New tenure-track faculty typically receive a reduced teaching load (often one class per semester) prior to tenure to support the development of a strong research program. Applicants should possess excellent written and oral communication skills and will be expected to participate in departmental, college, and university service and leadership activities. The successful candidate will also be expected to provide academic and professional advising to undergraduate and graduate students. Unit/Department Summary: College of Engineering | University of Idaho Department of Mechanical Engineering | University of Idaho Administrative Summary: Contingency Description: Teaching & Advising: 50% Scholarship & Creative Activity: 40% Outreach & Extension: 0% University Service & Leadership: 10% Minimum Education/Degree Required: Listed degree qualification is required at time of application. Required Qualifications: • Ph.D Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field. • Demonstrated experience with written and oral communication to a range of audiences. • Demonstrated experience working collaboratively in a team environment. • Currently hold or possess the ability to obtain a Professional Engineer license within 5 years. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience teaching and developing mechanical engineering courses. • Expertise and experience in a new and growing research field within the scope of mechanical engineering. • Evidence of the ability to collaborate across the department, college, and university on proposals, research, and dissemination. • Evidence of excellence in teaching and student mentoring. • Ability to teach hands-on laboratory courses with team project assignments. • Ability to develop and teach upper-level undergraduate and graduate courses. • Demonstrated ability to teach virtually, either synchronously or asynchronously. • Experience with collaborative teaching efforts. • Commitment to professionalism in engineering education. Physical Requirements & Working Conditions: Posting Date: 09/19/2025 Closing Date: Open Until Filled: Yes Special Instructions to Applicants: This position is open until filled with a first review date of December 1, 2025. Complete applications consist of the following: a CV, a Cover Letter, a Teaching Philosophy Statement, an Evidence of Research and Vision Statement, and a List of Five References. Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources Background Check Statement: Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check. To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/49573 The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Copyright ©2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-3cd84f75720c7947b77b176a328ae7b4
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Moscow, ID, often begins with an apprenticeship that blends practical experience with theoretical knowledge, enabling individuals to learn and earn simultaneously. Apprenticeships typically span three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports a nationwide total of 762,600 mechanical engineers, with a significant presence in Moscow, ID, and projects a 6% job growth from 2022 to 2032. Apprentices in Moscow earn an average of $1,121 per week, with an annual overtime average of $48,568. Trade schools, unions, and platforms like Gild facilitate the search for apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a lucrative career with potential earnings often surpassing $100,000 annually for seasoned professionals.
