Fleet Shop Mechanic

Under the direction of the Shop Manager, the shop mechanic ensures the safe and efficient operation of a variety of vehicles as well as small and large equipment. The mechanic helps maintain both gas and diesel equipment by completing repairs, inspections, and preventative maintenance; correcting vehicle deficiencies; making adjustments and alignments; and keeping accurate records. An ideal candidate would also have some experience with welding and fabricating. This is generally a first shift position, with  off-hours work expected during winter snow events.

Responsibilities:

• Determines vehicle or equipment condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
• Keeps equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules; installing component and part upgrades; controlling corrosion; completing winterization procedures.
• Performs routine fleet maintenance including changing oil, checking batteries, lubricating equipment and parts, and adjusting and aligning wheels.
• Corrects vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts, or systems, such as:

        * power and drive trains electrical

        * air conditioning fuel

        * systems emissions brake systems

        * steering mechanisms

        * transmissions 

         * hydraulics

Required Qualifications:

• Must have Valid Driver's License and ability to maintain insurable driving record at all times.
• Must have own tools
• Ability to work safely at all times in all conditions
• Ability to be on call for all shifts during winter snow season
• Ability to carry 50 lbs. and occasionally loads up to 100 lbs.
• Ability to maintain shop organization at all times

Desired Skills:

• Engine diagnosis & troubleshooting skills both gas and diesel, heavy and light equipment
• Electrical systems on trucks, equipment and trailers
• Small trailer repair experience
• Change and balance equipment tires
• Small engine repair experience
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) a plus
• Auto certifications a plus
• Welding skills a plus

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive pay based on experience ($30-40/hour)
• Health, dental and vision insurance per company policy
• Paid vacation per company policy.
• Uniform program
• 401(k)
• Voluntary benefits including life, short-term disability, accident and critical illness insurance
• Holiday gifts, company gatherings, and a variety of perks throughout the year