Auto/Truck Tech 3rd Class w/ Certs

Hourly Pay Rate: $48.04

Location: Malden

This position is subject to federal Drug & Alcohol safety regulations governing US Department of Transportation (DOT) covered positions, including FMCSA and PHMSA. Terms and conditions of employment are defined by a collective bargaining agreement with a local union.

Key Accountabilities

• Diagnose troubles, perform inspections, and make repairs on chassis, engines, transmissions (automatic and manual), drive trains, rear axles, steering mechanisms, hydraulic braking systems, suspensions, cooling systems, wheels, tires, instruments, lighting accessories, and other assigned equipment.
• Assist others in the performance of maintenance, inspections, and repairs to all automotive/truck equipment owned by the company.
• Work in a safe, productive, and cost-effective manner.
• Respond to service calls for scheduled and unscheduled repairs and preventive maintenance as assigned.
• Handle standard garage materials and chemicals, including hazardous substances under Federal and State Right to Know laws, and perform weekly and monthly garage inspections.
• Accurately document work using Fleet Anywhere or an equivalent vehicle maintenance program.
• Work alone either in the assigned shop or at other locations within the limits of the classification.
• Perform all other garage-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have passed the written and practical department entrance examinations and the Field Assessment Test.
• Must demonstrate a responsible, thorough, and safe work ethic with sound mechanical ability.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of general garage and machine shop practices.
• Must be familiar with the operation of diagnostic instruments and other equipment used by the department.
• Must have the ability to diagnose problems in automotive/truck equipment and make necessary repairs to return equipment to safe and operable condition.
• Must be familiar with the use and safe operation of gas welding equipment.
• Must obtain the following ASE certificates within twelve (12) months of entering this classification: T-1 Gasoline Engine and T-5 Suspension. If any 3/c technician fails any test within this period, they must pass the test at the next available opportunity.
• Must have the ability to operate company-owned vehicles and equipment, such as trucks and forklifts.
• Must obtain a CDL-A license (interstate travel, restricted non-tractor trailer) with all appropriate restricted endorsements and a valid health certificate within the first 6 months of entering the classification.
• Must possess a working knowledge of and the ability to use a desktop computer.
• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English.
• Must supply own standard and metric tools and a secured toolbox; hand tools must meet automotive/truck trade standards and be appropriate for the position.
• Must be able to work at heights.
• Must furnish acceptable means of off-hour contact by telephone.