Employment Opportunities
Cargo Tank Welder/Mechanic (Healdsburg, CA)
Opperman & Son, Inc. is a Sonoma County icon in the heavy duty truck sales, parts, and service industry. Our facility is located on 8 acres in the midst of Healdsburg's wine country. We are a full service center for the trucking industry offering new and used parts, body shop, repair shop, welding shop as well as equipment sales.
compensation: DOE
employment type: full-time
- Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This position reports directly to the Service Manager and Shop Supervisor. Primary responsibilities include the repair and inspection of various types of cargo tanks, (ie: DOT 406 and MC 306). Duties include the use of acetylene and electrical equipment in the fabricating, welding, and cutting, of ferrous and non-ferrous metals in accordance with cargo tank regulations. Review plans with Management and agree on repairs to be made
Perform VKIP Inspections according to cargo tank regulations
Welded repair and pressure test on cargo tanks and required documentation
Lay out, fit, and fabricate metal components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, bridge parts, and pressure vessels
Communicate with Management when repairs are needed beyond the original diagnosis
Maintain daily records of time spent on each piece of equipment through time cards
Provide completed Parts Requisitions to Back Counter Parts person for parts needed
Remove, cleans, repairs, reinstall and adjust all vehicle components upon completion
Maintain immediate shop area used to be clean and free from safety hazards
Replace all Company tools used to the proper storage area
Other duties as assigned
- Education:
High School diploma or GED (Required)
- Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years cargo tank repair experience REQUIRED!
Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required
- Work Requirements:
Adhere to all safety rules, including the handling of hazardous materials
Repeated walking, bending, stooping, crawling, balancing, kneeling, crouching, and use of stools and ladders.
Able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Work on feet (stand or walk) for the assigned work shift
Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends.
- Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors, and airborne particles.
- Additional Information:
We offer an excellent working environment and a strong un-capped compensation package, including base salary.
Please email resume to Karah@oppermansales.com or fax# 707-431-2960
Diesel Technician (Healdsburg, CA)
compensation: DOE
employment type: full-time
Opperman & Son, Inc. is a Sonoma County icon in the heavy duty truck sales, parts, and service industry. Our facility is located on 8 acres in the midst of Healdsburg's wine country. We are a full service center for the trucking industry offering new and used parts, body shop, repair shop, welding shop as well as equipment sales.
Opperman & Son, Inc. is seeking an Journeyman level technician. Duties include but are not limited to engine diagnosis, rebuliding, removal & replacement, electrical, computer, transmissions, differentials, clutches, pumps, brakes, hydraulics, air systems, propane, etc. Experience with all diesel makes and models preferred.
If you are a proven self motivated individual that possesses a positive work behavior and the drive for continued improvement contact us to discuss this opportunity in further detail.
- Education:
High School diploma or GED (Required)
- Qualifications:
Basic reading, writing, and arithmetic skills required
- Work Requirements:
Adhere to all safety rules, including the handling of hazardous materials
Repeated walking, bending, stooping, crawling, balancing, kneeling, crouching, and use of stools and ladders.
Able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Work on feet (stand or walk) for the assigned work shift
Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends.
- Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors, and airborne particles.
Respond by email or fax resume to: 707.431.2960
EOE and drug free workplace
- Additional Information:
We offer an excellent working environment and a strong un-capped compensation package, including base salary.
Please email resume to Karah@oppermansales.com or fax# 707-431-2960
Welder / Fabricator (Healdsburg, CA)
compensation: DOE
employment type: full-time
We are currently accepting applications for an apprentice welder/fabricator with mechanical ability for our heavy-duty diesel truck dealership.
Primary responsibilities include the use of acetylene and electrical equipment in the fabricating, heating, welding, and cutting of ferrous and non-ferrous metals in accordance with standard trade practices to retrofit and repair heavy-duty equipment.
- Education:
High School diploma or GED (Required)
- Work Requirements:
Adhere to all safety rules, including the handling of hazardous materials
Repeated walking, bending, stooping, crawling, balancing, kneeling, crouching, and use of stools and ladders.
Able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Work on feet (stand or walk) for the assigned work shift
Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends.
- Work Environment:
While performing duties of this job the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors, and airborne particles.
EOE and drug free workplace
- Additional Information:
We offer an excellent working environment and a strong un-capped compensation package, including base salary.
Please email resume to Karah@oppermansales.com or fax# 707-431-2960
Used Truck & Trailer Sales Representative (Healdsburg, CA)
compensation: DOE
employment type: full-time
Opperman & Son, the leading re-seller of heavy duty transportation equipment on the west coast
continues to grow.
We have recently become the exclusive dealer for Wabash Diversified Products for several West Coast states and are expanding our sales team for this once in a lifetime opportunity to represent the premier product lines of: Brenner, Walker, BULK, Beall, and Progress Tank.
- Job Description:
We are currently seeking candidates for the role of Used Equipment Sales Representative in Healdsburg, Ca area . You will be responsible for managing a portfolio of existing business, while growing your territory and securing new customers.
You Will Be:
- Growing top-line revenue by developing an existing portfolio of accounts
- Selling a complete range of trailers for bulk hauling including Brenner, Walker, Bulk, and Progress tanks.
- Responding to requests for proposals and developing customer presentations
- Prospecting for new business
- Managing and improving the profitability of the assigned business portfolio
- Maintaining an awareness of competitive activities and industry developments
- Desired Skills and Experience:
A "can-do attitude," excellent communication skills, and a sharp analytical mind are very important. Prior experience in bulk transportation is a must, as well as prior sales experience and a demonstrated track record of success. You must have a working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
- Education:
High School diploma or GED (Required)
- Qualifications:
Bi Lingual Preferred
- Additional Information:
We offer an excellent working environment and a strong un-capped compensation package, including base salary.
EOE and drug free workplace
Please email resume to Karah@oppermansales.com or fax# 707-431-2960
Welding Supervisor (Healdsburg, CA)
Opperman & Son, Inc. is a family owned and operated business in Healdsburg for over 50 years.
An icon in the heavy duty truck industry selling and servicing previously owned equipment. Our facility is located on 8 acres in the midst of Healdsburg's wine country. We are a full service center offering new and used heavy duty parts, body shop, repair shop, welding shop as well as truck and trailer sales.
We have been in business for over 50 years in Sonoma County and on our fourth generation of family involvement, due to our commitment to honesty, quality, and customer satisfaction.
Here at Opperman & Son, we are committed to ensuring our employees feel like family. We offer competitive compensation, 401k and profit sharing plan, and health benefits.
Opperman & Son is one of the largest used equipment dealers on the west coast. Our goal is to handle our customer's needs full circle by selling new and used equipment; new and used parts; and service with our complete repair shop, welding shop, and body shop department. Our "R"-stamp DOT tank repair/inspection facility has allowed us to specialize in tank and trailer repair at our Healdsburg, CA location.
- Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
This position reports directly to the Service Manager. Primary responsibilities include supervising and directing the completion of shop repair orders. Repair and inspection of various types of cargo tanks, (ie: DOT 406 and MC 306). Duties include supervising and training in the use of acetylene and electrical equipment in the fabricating, welding, and cutting, of ferrous and non-ferrous metals in accordance with cargo tank regulations.
Supervising and directing the completion of shop repair orders
Enforce and follow all safety regulations and policies
Review plans with Management and agree on repairs to be made
Perform VKIP Inspections according to cargo tank regulations
Welded repair and pressure test on cargo tanks and required documentation
Lay out, fit, and fabricate metal components to assemble machinery frames, truck bodies, and pressure vessels.
Communicate with Management when repairs are needed beyond the original diagnosis
Maintain daily records of time spent on each piece of equipment through time cards
Provide completed Parts Requisitions to Back Counter Parts person for parts needed
Remove, cleans, repairs, reinstall and adjust all vehicle components upon completion
Maintain immediate shop area used to be clean and free from safety hazards
Replace all Company tools used to the proper storage area
Train employees in the use of acetylene and electrical equipment in the fabricating, welding, and cutting of various metals (aluminum, stainless, etc.)
Other duties as assigned
- Education:
High School diploma or GED (Required)
Qualifications:
Minimum of 3 years cargo tank repair experience (Preferred)
Minimum of 3 years shop supervision experience (Required)
Welding certification
Basic reading, writing, measurement, and arithmetic skills required
- Work Requirements:
Adhere to all safety rules, including the handling of hazardous materials
Repeated walking, bending, stooping, crawling, balancing, kneeling, crouching, and use of stools and ladders.
Able to lift up to 75 pounds.
Work on feet (stand or walk) for the assigned work shift
Must be willing to work flexible hours, including weekends.
- Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job the employee is exposed to moving mechanical parts, odors, and airborne particles.
Please email resume to Karah@oppermansales.com or fax# 707-431-2960