Fleet Mechanic

About the role

The Automotive Fleet Mechanic under the supervision of the Automotive & Small Forklift Foreman performs preventive maintenance and repairs to all powered equipment. They uphold the values of the GPA to promote Safety, Integrity, Respect, Community, Creativity and Opportunity.

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for troubleshooting and furnishing a suggested repairs and parts needed list for the Automotive Fleet Foreman’s review and approval.
• Performs Preventive Maintenance (PMs), tune-ups, and pressure checks on hydraulic systems and transmissions.
• Makes needed adjustments if required.
• Troubleshoots and repairs computer-controlled ignition and fuel systems.
• Uses on board diagnostics on Ford, GM, and Chrysler vehicles to effect repairs.
• Rebuilds and repairs engines and standard and automatic transmissions.
• Repairs or replaces air, hydraulic and electrical systems, braking, drive, and steering systems.
• Removes and installs drive and steer tires on container top lifts, forklifts, and other vehicles as needed.
• Removes, repairs, adjusts or replaces twist-locks on top lifts.
• Repairs or rebuilds cylinders, mast, and attachment heads on top lifts and forklifts.
• Performs emergency repairs on the equipment during off hours when needed.
• Certified to work on air conditioning systems (R12 and R134).
• Seeks to repair equipment in a quality-oriented manner, so as to eliminate the cause of downtime and its recurrence.
• In consultation with the supervisor, sets up preventive maintenance procedures.
• Demonstrates to employees of lesser skills the finer points of mechanical theories and practices requiring the highest skill and knowledge.
• Exhibits a high degree of leadership and must, at all times, be capable of resolving all problems relating to mechanical parameters.
• Works with other skilled tradespeople as required in the performance of duties and assists the supervisor in the training of other skilled tradespeople.
• Maintains a safe and clean working environment.
• Follows policies and procedures set by GPA.

Requirements

• Willingness and ability to work holidays, weekends, overtime, and shiftwork as needed.
• Ability and willingness to climb and work at high elevations required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Visual acuity of 20/40 with or without corrective lenses for each eye, the minimum depth perception of 6/9, and minimum peripheral vision of 70 degrees for each eye.
• The ability to interact and communicate effectively and professionally with the GPA staff on all levels of administration including immediate supervisor, management, and co-workers required.
• Knowledge of all types of diesel/gas repairs essential.
• Required High School Diploma or equivalent.
• TWIC - Transportation Worker Identification Credential Required upon hire.
• Driver's License - Valid state driver's license Required upon hire.