Fleet Mechanic - D​/P

Pay This role falls under a union contract and pay is non‑negotiable.

$6171 Monthly. $35.60 Hourly

This position is part of a developmental program (D/P) for a qualified mechanic at a Georgia Power Fleet Service Facility. It is a maximum 4‑year apprenticeship program. The length of time to complete the program depends on the candidate’s current skill level, knowledge, experience and abilities regarding the maintenance of light‑duty and heavy‑duty vehicles and equipment.

• Plant Vogtle‑Waynesboro, GA

• Diagnose and perform major and minor repairs to gasoline and diesel engines, involving inspection and replacement of broken or worn parts.
• Diagnose, repair and overhaul power transmission systems, including clutches, automatic and standard transmissions, differential units, gears, bearings, universal joints and hydraulic units.
• Inspect service and repair vehicle braking systems.
• Diagnose, repair and adjust steering mechanisms and other controls.
• Diagnose and repair vehicle air‑conditioning systems.
• Repair vehicle body and chassis parts using hand and power tools, electric arc and oxyacetylene welding equipment.
• Road test vehicles; drive truck or equipment as required; inspect vehicles in the shop and field.
• Diagnose engine, chassis, drive‑train systems using PC‑based diagnostic equipment.
• Diagnose and perform electrical, hydraulic and other needed repairs in the field. Perform preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, minor and major repairs on aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes, trenchers, construction equipment, medium/ heavy trucks, automobiles, light trucks and other equipment.
• Read and interpret manuals, drawings, inspection forms and specifications.
• Perform welding work on vehicles, equipment and tools; fabricate metal parts for vehicles, equipment, tools, tanks, plates, grates, etc.; straighten and repair bent vehicles, equipment and tools; fabricate and install bumpers, ladder racks, toolboxes, pipe railings, etc.
• Test aerial devices which will require operating the platform at elevated heights (must be able to work at heights on a routine basis).
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures at all times.
• Focus on customer service.

• Documented completion of a 2‑year vocational/technical school program in automotive or diesel technology study.
• Or 4 years or more work experience in a Fleet maintenance facility or military Wheel Vehicle maintenance experience in MOS 3521, 3522, 3524, 91B, 91L, 2T3X2.
• Or a combination of related work experience in a Fleet maintenance facility (or military Wheel Vehicle maintenance experience) AND training/coursework completed in automotive or diesel study totaling 4 years.
• Or successful completion of a high school automotive/diesel work‑base learning program and obtain an automotive/diesel certificate (note: candidate will be in program for minimum 4 years).

• ASE certifications, welding and/or hydraulic certifications are a plus.
• International Fluid Power Society Mobile Hydraulic Mechanic a plus.

• Ability to perform hydraulic, electronic, mechanical maintenance and repairs on medium/heavy duty trucks, aerial devices, light vehicles, forklifts, and other specialized fleet equipment. Knowledge of hydraulic principles, air‑conditioning, diesel/gasoline engines, automatic transmission, braking systems, electrical systems and electronics, basic cutting/welding, and basic computer skills.
• Ability to use PC‑based software to troubleshoot and repair Ford, Freightliner, International, Cummins and Caterpillar systems.
• Demonstrate effective communication, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to take instruction and direction and translate into actions; read, understand and follow procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Ability to perform physically demanding activities in all temperature extremes.
• Display ethical behaviors and demonstrate "Our Values" (Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, Total Commitment).
• Maintain accident‑free work history.

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