What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fleet Mechanic position at PLP Company?
Fleet Mechanic
Position: Fleet Mechanic
Parking Lot Painting Company (PLP Co.) has built a reputation for being a premier specialty contractor involved in the installation and removal of pavement markings. Our customers look for us to provide a quality product and produce our product in a timely manner.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a skilled and reliable Fleet Mechanic to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in repair and maintenance, with the ability to diagnose and fix a variety of vehicle & equipment issues. This role requires excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
Job Responsibilities:
- Diagnostics and Repairs: Perform diagnostics, repairs, and routine maintenance on vehicles and equipment. Repairs and maintains construction equipment of various types and sizes from light-duty to heavy-duty (class 8) trucks and from light-duty to heavy duty operating equipment.
- Emergency Assistance: If needed provide roadside assistance for vehicles that have broken down, including repairs and towing coordination if necessary.
- Vehicle & System Maintenance: Perform preventative maintenance following OEM specifications as well as electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic diagrams. Remove and replace defective parts by dismantling devices using hand and power tools.
- Tool and Equipment Maintenance: Ensure all tools and equipment are in good working condition and properly maintained.
- Test repaired equipment to ensure proper functioning when used.
- Occasionally fabricate, weld and cut parts, using arc-welding/ wire feed and flame cutting equipment.
- Safety Compliance: Adhere to all safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
- Perform DOT inspections.
- Perform related and other duties as requested.
- Technical Expertise: Proven experience as a mechanic.
- Diagnostic Skills: Strong ability to diagnose and repair a wide range of mechanical issues with vehicles and equipment.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to perform physical tasks, including lifting heavy equipment and working in various weather conditions.
- Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- High School Diploma of GED
- Welding and fabrication experience preferred not required.
- Must have a valid driver’s license, a CDL license is preferred.
- Must have a good driving record with no major violations within the last 5 years or be accepted by the company insurance policy provider to drive PLP company vehicles.
Position Requirements:
- Must comply with PLP Company Substance Abuse Policy and DOT Drug Control Program, which includes pre-employment and random drug and/or alcohol testing.
- Must have experience with diesel engines, gas engines and hydraulics.
- Must have a manual-hand-finger dexterity.
- Must have eye-hand-foot coordination.
- Must be able to lift and/or transport 50 pounds.
- Must be willing to workdays, nights, weekends, and occasional travel.
- 10hr workdays / 40hr work weeks
- Exhibit teamwork.
Key Competencies:
- Honest, trustworthy, dependable.
- PUNCTUAL. Must arrive at work by the designated start time.
- Self-disciplined.
- Strong work ethic.
- Desire to learn and be trained.
- Ability to learn through on-the-job training.
- Be a team player. Cooperate with co-workers.
- Polite to customers, contractors, and the traveling public.
- Be safe! Must adhere to safety requirements and procedures.
- Think quickly and act appropriately in emergency situations.
- Ability to work diligently while under time restraints.
- Willing to accept change based on business needs.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
- CDL Training, on-the-job.
- Hours, overtime.
- Variety of work.
- Supportive and dynamic work environment.
Parking Lot Painting Company (PLP Co.) is an equal Opportunity Employer.