Mobile Fleet Mechanic

Basic Function Of Position

The Mobile Fleet Mechanic must be able to perform major and minor tune-ups, maintenance (including welding), and safety inspections on gasoline, diesel, and other mechanical equipment. Must also be able to work on manual transmissions, differentials, suspensions, chassis systems, cooling, and fuel, electrical and hydraulic systems. Fleet mechanic will be responsible for both heavy and light fleet vehicles and will regularly respond to locations outside of a shop environment to make mobile repairs.

This position is required to participate in after hours and weekend call-out on a weekly or monthly basis.

Works under the general direction and reports to the Fleet Manager. Receives daily work assignments from Lead Mechanic.

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Generalized Mechanic Work

Activities:

• Servicing, repairing, adjusting, and testing light fleet, heavy fleet, utility fleet, moving parts, and equipment which operate primarily based on mechanical principles.
• Running, maneuvering, navigating, or driving vehicles or mechanized equipment, such as forklifts, passenger vehicles, fire apparatus, etc.
• Inspecting apparatus, equipment or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

• Adhering to safety requirements, procedures, and general best practices within the industry.
• Adjusting and maintaining apparatus and vehicles using control and regulating devices.
• Adjusting, maintaining, and repairing or replacing engines and subassemblies, such as transmissions using hand tools, jacks, hoists, and cranes.
• Cleaning parts by spraying them with grease solvent or immersing them in tanks of solvent.
• Cleaning, lubricating, and performing other routine maintenance work on equipment and vehicles.
• Diagnosing and repairing or replacing water tanks, fire pumps, systems, and piping.
• Diagnosing faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs, using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices.
• Dismantling and reassembling heavy equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Examining parts for damage or excessive wear, using micrometers and gauges.
• Fabricating needed parts or items from steel and/or sheet metal.
• Fitting bearings to adjust, repair, or overhaul mobile mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic equipment.
• Operating and inspecting apparatus or vehicles to diagnose defects.
• Testing apparatus or vehicles to ensure operating efficiency.
• Reading and understanding operating manuals, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Repairing and replacing damaged or worn parts.
• Repairing emergency lighting or audible notification systems.
• Scheduling maintenance for industrial machines and equipment and keep equipment service records.
• Testing apparatus or vehicles after repair or assembly to ensure proper performance and compliance with manufacturers' specifications.
• Welding or soldering broken wiring, parts and structural members, using electric or gas welders and soldering tools.
• Maintaining necessary records and forms on work performed through Fleet Management Software system (Fleetio).

• Ensuring that all UFA parts inventory utilized in vehicle repair is documented in fleet management program.
• Accurately documenting all time engaged on vehicle repairs in fleet management program.
• Completing fleet management program work orders in a timely fashion or when requested by supervisor.
• Assisting Lead Mechanic with completion of MR's for fleet related vendor purchases and repairs when needed.
• Working with the Fleet Data Administrator to ensure accuracy of records.
• Ordering and picking up equipment and vehicle parts as needed.
• Performing other duties of a similar nature or level.

• Inspect and determine repairs needed to various heavy/light duty apparatus and equipment. Perform repairs to apparatus and equipment as needed.

• Heavy apparatus, light vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Computer skills and fleet maintenance software programs.
• Delivery practices.
• Warehousing practices.

• Mechanical aptitude.
• Operate heavy apparatus.
• Operate hand, electric and air tools and equipment.
• Receiving, storing, maintaining, and issuing a variety of equipment, supplies, and materials.
• Customer service principles.

• Clearly communicate and make recommendations.
• Be a self-starter and complete projects with minimal supervision.

• Valid Utah Class B CDL (Must obtain within 6 months of hire).
• UFA Level I EVT Certification is required for entry level mechanic (Certification must be obtained within 18 months of hire).
• At least four years of experience as a mechanic, or an equivalent combination of education and related experience.
• Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screening test.

• Completion of a two (2) year vocational or apprentice program.

• ASE Exams EVT Exams
• T-4 Heavy Duty Truck,…