JOB TITLE: Fleet Mechanic III

LOCATION: Santa Barbara

FLSA EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt

PREPARED DATE: 8/16/2022

REPORTS TO: Fleet Maintenance Manager

DIRECT REPORTS: None

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Fleet Mechanic III, under minimal to no supervision, performs complex repairs requiring advanced mechanical knowledge and skill, to include the ability to diagnose, think critically and work systematically on a wide variety of heavy-duty trucks and equipment. This position requires the ability to work across all major systems: Engine, drive-train, brakes, suspension, steering, electrical, hydraulic, air systems and computer diagnosis.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include but are not limited to the following.

Performs complex preventive maintenance tasks and repairs on heavy duty trucks that require mechanical knowledge and skill including repairs on major systems and its components.

Performs inspections, diagnostics, and repairs of electrical, hydraulic, suspension, brake and air systems on heavy duty trucks and equipment under minimal to no supervision.

Investigates malfunctions and breakdowns.

Rebuilds and installs diesel, gasoline and compressed natural gas engines by disassembling, inspecting, measuring and evaluating internal and external engine parts, obtaining new parts, reassembling and installing engines, and testing equipment in accordance with technical requirements.

Identifies and determines parts required for repairs of disassembled units.

Road test fleet when necessary to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.

Responds to any type of service call and performs field repair.

Reviews and completes the Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports (DVIR).

Performs all work within a reasonable time.

Communicates repair status with management.

Conducts safety checks on vehicles.

Utilizes fleet maintenance software program to document and track repair orders and any related information such as parts usage, time allocation, and status updates.

Provides technical knowledge training to all other mechanics.

Maintains a clean, safe work area in compliance with Corporate / OSHA Standards and performs all work in accordance with established safety procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned and upon the discretion of the Fleet Maintenance Manager and/or Shop Coordinator.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This job has no direct supervisory responsibilities. The role invests time in coaching and mentoring. Contributes to knowledge sharing in area of technical expertise.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

Doing Good: Maintains and promotes integrity and values in conduct of all activities.

Making Good: Takes responsibility and ownership for a problem, project, or issue.

Treating Our People Well: Proactively seeks and finds ways to provide extraordinary service. Fosters respect for all individuals and points of view. Works cooperatively and effectively with others to achieve common goals characterized by pride, trust, and commitment.

Observant: Ability to identify safety or operational deficiencies and to quickly implement a correction.

Safety Matters: Actively participates in creating a safe and healthy workplace for our employees and our customers.

Environmentally Focused: Takes initiative to preserve and improve our local environment for future generations. Makes everyday Earth Day.

NEAT JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

Diagnostic, Critical Thinking, Resourcefulness, Problem Solving, Dependability, Troubleshooting, Teamwork, Developing Talent

QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Highly proficient in troubleshooting and computer diagnosis.

Ability to read, understand and interpret schematics.

Must be able to diagnose, repair and work on most if not all facets of heavy-duty trucks and equipment.

Must have tools to perform the maintenance and repair work.

Knowledge and ability to use hand and power tools

Familiarity in using a computer is necessary to utilize fleet maintenance software programs.

Ability to work independently or in a team environment and have good decision-making ability.

At least eight (8) years of advanced level mechanic experience maintaining, repairing and rebuilding heavy duty trucks and equipment.

Experience and ability to be certified for fall protection.

Experience and ability to be certified as an operator of a boom lift, scissor lift and forklift.

Must possess a valid driver’s license, commercial license is preferred.

Certified Tire Industry Association (TIA), is a plus.

EDUCATION

High School Diploma or GED required. Preferred ASE Certifications and/or other Trade School diploma/certification.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs. Must have some computer literacy and the ability and willingness to learn vehicle maintenance repair code terminology.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

CERTICATES, LICENSE, REGISTRATION

Valid Class C Driver’s License

Commercial Driver’s License Class A or B is a plus

PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Primary functions require sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in a mechanic shop environment; While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to walk for long periods of time on concrete floors; stoop, sit, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.00 - $40.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Referral program
Vision insurance

Schedule:

10 hour shift
Overtime
Weekends as needed

Experience:

Diesel engine repair: 8 years (Required)
Mechanical knowledge: 8 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

Santa Barbara, CA 93140 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

Santa Barbara, CA 93140: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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