About this role
ATTENTION MILITARY AFFILIATED JOB SEEKERS - Our organization works with partner companies to source qualified talent for their open roles. The following position is available to Veterans, Transitioning Military, National Guard and Reserve Members, Military Spouses, Wounded Warriors, and their Caregivers . If you have the required skill set, education requirements, and experience, please click the submit button and follow the next steps. Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post. Salary Range: $26.00 To $32.00 Hourly SUMMARY Primary responsibility is to perform skilled and complicated vehicle repair and mechanical work on heavy duty diesel trucks or equipment in accordance with dealer and factory standards, with minimal supervision. Train and assist apprentice technicians in daily work duties. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Perform trouble-shooting on major problems Assists technicians in all phases of repair work as needed. Work with and train apprentice technicians Inspects and services vehicles when they are delivered to UOS and makes repairs and adjustments. Reads job order and observes and listens to vehicle to determine malfunction and to plan work procedures. Performs work as outlined on repair order with efficiency and accuracy, in accordance with Utility One Source and factory standards. Cleans and properly equips assigned area to perform all necessary repairs to equipment. Examines protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices on vehicles, and makes adjustments. Lubricates moving parts and drives repaired vehicle to verify conformance to specifications. Fabricates special lifting or towing attachments, hydraulic systems, shields, or other devices according to blueprints or schematic drawings. Communicates with parts department to obtain needed parts. Prepares inspection reports, work orders and time cards completely and accurately to insure information can be tracked and updated for future reference. Tags all warranty and core parts and takes to area for return, insuring proper credit is allowed. Examines the vehicle to determine if additional safety or service work is required. Advises service writer or service manager immediately if additional work is needed, if work outlined is not needed, or if repairs cannot be completed within the time promised. Documents work performed. Road-test vehicles when required or refer to the test technician. Uses and maintains all necessary shop equipment required to complete any repairs or inspections. Keeps shop area neat and clean and be able to account for all Utility One Source tools at all times. Ensures that customers’ trucks and equipment are kept clean. Attends factory-sponsored training classes. Must have a working knowledge and understanding of safety requirements, and practice them. Must refer to MSDS when using any chemicals, substances and materials, understanding the MSDS information, and abiding by MSDS required personal protective equipment. Must wear gloves, safety glasses and other PPE for all tasks requiring their use. Understands and follows federal, sate and local regulations such as those governing the disposal of hazardous wastes. Disposes of used oil, grease, antifreeze and filters in the assigned location to insure EPA compliance. Attends UOS safety training and follows all safety requirements. Must work with and for all departments in harmony. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: This job has some supervisory responsibilities: Supervise technicians in absence of Shop Manager Receives repair orders from Service Manager so time may be charged out properly. Advises Foreman if additional repair work is necessary Check and review work in process and follow up for completion as scheduled. Work with the Service Manager in managing the Technicians and the scheduling of repairs to maximize work efficiency and quality of work performed. Create work schedules and assign tasks where appropriate to employees. Give feedback to management on work performance, employee issues and concerns, and safety. Work with Service Manager to set sales goals and gross profits goals that are realistic and attainable. Provide customer service at a high level to all customers, including but not limited to assisting the Service Advisor in greeting customers, selling service labor, writing repair orders, and estimates the cost of repairs within set guidelines.