Fleet Mechanic II

Mechanic Responsibilities

• Performing preventative maintenance and repair of a variety of small equipment light-duty vehicles, as well as some heavy equipment such as wheel loaders, backhoes, excavators, trenchers, motor graders, pick-up trucks, single and tandem dump trucks, tractor trailers, flatbed and dump trailers as directed by Foreman or Shop Manager.
• Examining mechanical equipment and evaluating to determine necessary repairs and/or maintenance.
• Disassembly of equipment, trucks, trailers, which involves repairing and/or replacing broken components.
• Complete accurate equipment service orders daily.
• Perform field service maintenance and repairs on equipment, vehicles, and/or trailers when necessary.
• Use of the red and green tag system to identify out-of-service assets and prepared-for-service assets.
• Perform annual DOT inspections and complete repairs to correct any component or system failures.
• Fabricate to repair equipment and vehicles which includes oxygen-acetylene torch cutting and melting, welding with ARC and MIG welders, and cutting with a plasma cutter.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area free from hazards.
• Follow all company, DOT, OSHA, and FMCSA fleet, shop, and transportation regulations.

Educational and Experience Requirements:

• High school diploma / GED.
• Minimum of 3-4 years of experience diagnosing, maintaining, and repairing small, light, and/or heavy-duty equipment.
• Ability to pass required safety training, DOT physical exam, background check and drug testing.
• Must have valid Colorado Driver’s License and clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Specialized Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communications skills.
• Ability to take direction, adapt to change, establish relationships, build consensus, anticipate. roadblocks, and work in a team environment.
• Thorough knowledge of CDOT and OSHA regulations.
• Ability to prioritize multiple duties, projects, and work assignments.
• Thorough knowledge of equipment and vehicles.
• Excellent mechanical skills and strong mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read schematics, both hydraulic and electrical.
• Thorough knowledge of the limitations of specific types of construction equipment and safety practices used in performing maintenance and repair services.
• Bi-lingual skills (English/Spanish) are highly desired.
• Class A CDL desired.
• ASE Certification desired.

Competencies:

• Accountability
  • When one commits to do something, he/she does it decisively, responsibly and with a sense of urgency. They become consistently relied upon.

• Communication
  • Excels in effective and positive communications internally and externally. Encourages an open exchange of ideas to achieve mutual understandings. Consistently shows respect for the thoughts and ideas of others. Responds quickly to all oral and written communication.
  • Provides a stabilizing influence during times of change or conflict.

• Adaptability
  • Responds to change with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn new ways of working. Seeks new skills, behaviors, and knowledge to increase personal performance capabilities.