Fleet Mechanic

Fleet Mechanic

Salary commensurate with experience 

PLP Company (PLP Co.) is seeking a Fleet Mechanic to join our operations team in their Bethel Park, PA office. The candidate will be responsible for operations/project tasks and should possess the ability to take on significant responsibility-and leadership role-over time. Experience in road construction, dispatch, and knowledge of PennDOT requirements is preferred.  This is an opportunity to enter a growing industry with a well-established company who has worked in roadway safety throughout Pennsylvania for the last 60 years.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a skilled and reliable Fleet Mechanic to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in repair and maintenance, with the ability to diagnose and fix a variety of vehicle & equipment issues. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.

Job Responsibilities:
 

• Diagnostics and Repairs: Perform diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment. Repairs and maintains construction equipment of various types and sizes from light-duty to heavy-duty (class 8) trucks and from light-duty to heavy duty operating equipment.
• Emergency Assistance: If needed provide roadside assistance for vehicles that have broken down, including repairs and towing coordination if necessary.
• Vehicle & System Maintenance: Perform preventative maintenance following OEM specifications as well as electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams. Remove and replace defective parts by dismantling devices using hand and power tools.
• Tool and Equipment Maintenance: Ensure all tools and equipment are in good working condition and properly maintained.
• Test repaired equipment to ensure proper functioning when used.
• Occasionally fabricate, weld and cut parts, using arc-welding/ wire feed and flame cutting equipment.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Perform DOT inspections.
• Perform related and other duties as requested.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Technical Expertise: Proven experience as a mechanic.
• Diagnostic Skills: Strong ability to diagnose and repair a wide range of mechanical issues with vehicles and equipment.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting heavy equipment and working in various weather conditions.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• High School Diploma of GED
• Welding and fabrication experience preferred not required.
• Must have a valid driver’s license, a CDL license is preferred.
• Must have a good driving record with no major violations within the last 5 years or be accepted by the company insurance policy provider to drive PLP company vehicles.

Position Requirements:

• Must comply with PLP Company Substance Abuse Policy and DOT Drug Control Program, which includes pre-employment and random drug and/or alcohol testing.
• Must have experience with diesel engines, gas engines and hydraulics.
• Must have a manual-hand-finger dexterity.
• Must have eye-hand-foot coordination.
• Must be able to lift and/or transport +50 pounds.
• Must be willing to workdays, nights, weekends, and occasional travel.
• 10hr+ workdays / 40hr+ work weeks
• Exhibit teamwork.

Key Competencies:

• Honest, trustworthy, dependable.
• PUNCTUAL. Must arrive at work by the designated start time.
• Self-disciplined.
• Strong work ethic.
• Desire to learn and be trained.
• Ability to learn through on-the-job training.
• Be a team player. Cooperate with co-workers.
• Polite to customers, contractors, and the traveling public.
• Be safe! Must adhere to safety requirements and procedures.
• Think quickly and act appropriately in emergency situations.
• Ability to work diligently while under time restraints.
• Willing to accept change based on business needs.

• We have been locally operating for over 60 years
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance (after probation period).
• 401(k) with company match.
• Opportunities for career advancement in a growing industry.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, as needed.

PLP Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer