High School Diploma or Equivalent and Vehicle Mechanic journeyman’s card or six (6) years’ experience in the trade.
Skills requirements are:
Mathematics – add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers and common fractions.
Language – read and interpret the following documents: safety policies, follow all operating and maintenance procedures, follow all emergency procedures and various manuals, write routine reports and correspondence, and use communication skills with coworkers.
Reasoning ability – ability to apply common sense and understanding; ability to carry out detailed but uninvolved written and oral instructions; and the ability to interact with coworkers through communications and acceptance of expectations and accountability.
Mechanical aptitude
Practical skills using specialized testing equipment, precision measuring instruments and hand/power tools.
Communication skills.
Essential experience required:
High standard of integrity and professionalism.
Strong working knowledge of job site safety as well as ability to complete a company specific safety orientation
Hold a Vehicle Mechanic Journeyman’s card or 6 years of experience as a Vehicle Mechanic
Experience in welding (arc and acetylene), engine repair (gas/propane/diesel), electric motors, electronics, preventative maintenance, service and records, hydraulics and general auto and truck repair (chassis/springs, steering drive train, brakes, cooling, batteries, fuel systems, body repair and painting).
Essential job functions:
Troubleshoots mechanical and electrical issues pertaining to plant vehicles.
Obtains or requests the purchase of necessary parts and repair materials.
Installs new parts, repairs damaged parts, aligns and adjusts various mechanical and electrical systems and test results of repairs performed.
Performs routine maintenance of a wide array of automotive equipment including Company cars, trucks, power sweepers, forklift trucks, mobile cranes, tractors, power lawn mowers, electric carts, diesel equipment, air brakes and leased equipment.
Performs tasks such as repairing body and frame damage involving minor welding, heating and straightening, dent removal and spray painting/finishing.
Maintains records and follows recordkeeping processes, including equipment maintenance scheduling