What are the responsibilities and job description for the Road Mechanic position at Power Corporation of America?
POSITION DESCRIPTION
We are seeking an experienced Road Mechanic to maintain, diagnose, and repair our fleet of heavy trucks, digger derricks, bucket trucks, trailers, and specialized equipment used in powerline construction and maintenance. This role provides on-the-road (field) service, keeping crews operational and safe across job sites. Candidates with hands-on knowledge of the powerline/utility construction industry are strongly preferred, though not required.
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Reasonable Accommodations Statement:
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified Individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions considering business necessity.
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POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Required:
- 2 years of experience as a diesel/heavy equipment mechanic, or equivalent technical training/certification
- Strong working knowledge of hydraulic systems, diesel engines, and heavy truck electrical systems
- Ability to diagnose and repair issues both in-shop and in the field
- Valid driver's license
- Ability to lift 50 lbs, work outdoors in varying weather conditions, and travel to job sites as needed
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
Preferred (not required):
- Experience working on digger derricks, bucket trucks, or other powerline/utility construction equipment
- Familiarity with the powerline or utility construction industry and its equipment demands
- CDL license
- ASE certifications (Diesel, Hydraulics, Electrical)
- Experience with DOT inspection requirements
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Required Physical Demands:
This role does require the physical ability to climb, bend stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, stand, walk, push, pull, lift, grasp, and repetitive motions.
N (Not Applicable) Activity is not applicable to this position
0 (Occasionally) Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 2.5 hours/day)
F (Frequently) Position requires this activity 33%-66% of the time (2.5 5.5 hours/day)
C (Constantly) Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5 hours/day)
Physical Demands C Lift/Carry
Stand C 10 lbs. or less C
Walk C 11-20 lbs. F
Sit O 21-50 lbs. O
Manually Manipulate F 50 lbs. N
Reach Outward F
Reach Over Shoulder F
Climb O Push/Pull
Crawl O 12 lbs. or less F
Squat or Kneel F 13-25 lbs. F
Bend F 26-40 lbs. O
Speak C 40 lbs. O
Other Physical Requirements:
- Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) - rubber gloves/sleeves, hard hats, safety glasses, goggles, shields, face masks
- Sense of Balance
- Ability to sustain awkward positions/posture
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The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed an an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this Job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.
Power Corporation of America/Southeast Power Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer/veterans/disabled
Southeast Power Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.