Mechanic I

Job Summary

This is a field-based, on-site position and will require daily travel to job sites. Current job sites are: Mayfield NY, Lowville NY, Middletown NY and Sidney NY. The experienced Field Mechanic will perform repairs and maintenance of fleet vehicles outdoors in the field and at construction sites. Our fleet includes pick-ups, bucket trucks, trailers, digger derricks, dozers, trenchers, excavators, backhoes, loaders, generators, and other related utility construction equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance, service, and repair of fleet vehicles
• Document PM maintenance reports & equipment repair logs
• Utilize manufacturer and aftermarket parts and service software
• Install and maintain telematics equipment such as Zonar
• Repair construction type fleet equipment and vehicles (including aerial device repairs)
• Ability to work with minimum supervision
• Willingness to travel and work in all kinds of weather
• Diagnose and repair diesel and gas engines
• Locate drivetrain concerns and repair as necessary
• Inspect, service, and replace chassis components
• Pinpoint hydraulic system malfunctions and repair as necessary
• Service and repair air, electric, and hydraulic brake systems
• Perform electrical and electronic system diagnosis and repair
• Weld and fabricate as needed
• Perform minor body panel repair
• Verify vehicle/equipment repairs
• Willingness to work overtime when required, sometimes with short notice
• Maintain a clean driving record
• Perform all other duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications

• Must have at least three years’ experience working as a mechanic or service technician
• Good analytical skills
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Self-motivated
• Ford, Peterbilt, John Deere, Altec, Terex, Versalift, International, CAT and Vermeer experience preferred
• Class" A" CDL required. Fifth wheel endorsement a plus
• DOT inspection experience
• Experience repairing diesel engines and hydraulic systems
• Experience repairing air brakes; certification is preferred but not required
• Experienced in welding and small fabrication
• Ability to lift 50 lbs
• Safely operate hand and power tools/equipment
• Verifiable, working knowledge of medium/heavy truck and utility equipment service