Chief Garage Mechanic

 POSITION – Union: Chief Garage Mechanic

NUMBER OF POSITIONS: 1

LOCATION: CT - East Hartford - Meadow St

HOURLY RATE: $45.67 - $53.65

WHAT WE OFFER-Union

·       Competitive benefits and growth opportunities
 Generous performance‑based bonuses
12% 401(k) match
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Tuition reimbursement
 Professionaldevelopment and clear career advancement pathways

For more information please visit: Benefits - Avangrid

The Company will consider applications of employees for the above classification, if they are presented in writing; the application to include a statement of the qualifications of the applicant. Applications shall be presented to Human Resources. 

QUALIFICATIONS: 

1. Must possess all the qualifications and be able to perform the duties of a Garage Mechanic. 

2. Formal automotive education with at least 5 years’ experience in technical automotive and heavy-duty service. 

3. Must be superior technician with strong diagnostic skills and ability to work well independently. 

4. Thorough knowledge of compressed natural gas vehicle programs including compressor function and repair. 

5. Ability to work cooperatively with others and gain their cooperation. 

6. Willingness to accept further education as deemed necessary by supervision. 

7. Experience in computerized Fleet Management System and Inventory Control. 

DUTIES: 

*1. Schedule and assign daily work. 

*2. Assists Supervision in processing and communication regarding orders, payments, applications and other items required for the efficient administration of the Garage area. 

*3. Perform diagnosis and repair of vehicles and equipment. 

*4. Assist Garage Mechanics with diagnostics and repairs as needed. 

*5. Assist Garage Mechanics in Compressed Natural Gas Vehicle Conversions and Compressor repairs. 

*6. Assist in the maintenance of Fleet Management System and garage inventory. 

*7. Coordinate appointments with outside vendors as needed. 

*8. Calibrate engine analyzer and maintain State vehicle emissions records. 

*9. May be required to maintain, service and repair equipment related to the operation and fueling of compressed natural gas vehicles, including compressors, and filling station equipment. 

*10. May be required to perform certified warranty work for several vehicle manufacturers. 

11. Perform other related duties as required. 

12. May involve handling hazardous waste. Training will be provided by the Company to meet requirements of 40 CFR 265.16. 

NOTE: * Identifies essential functions 

This is a DOT Safety Sensitive position. Any applicant transferring into this position from a non-safety sensitive position will be required to pass a drug screen. 

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Please note that any applicant who is not a citizen of the country of the vacancy will be subject to compliance with the applicable immigration requirements to legally work in that country.

At Avangrid we provide fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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careers@avangrid.com

Avangrid employees may be assigned a system emergency role and in the event of a system emergency, may be required to work outside of their regular schedule/job duties. This is applicable to employees that will work in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate functions.  This does not include those that will work for Avangrid Power.

Avangrid employees may also be assigned a NERC Reliability Standards compliance role supporting Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) and/or Operations and Planning (O&P) responsibilities. This is applicable to employees that will work in electric transmission, operations, and cyber security business areas in Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, and New York within Avangrid Network and Corporate business areas. NERC Reliability Standards compliance roles and responsibilities may include additional access protections, training, audit engagement, and required evidence retention, and will be communicated by the employee’s management.

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