Mechanic, Truck (Baytown, TX)

Responsibilities

• Complete all records of work performed and comply with Federal, State, and company rules and regulations.
• Must be on time, cleanly dressed and available for work at scheduled work shifts or on call periods.
• Test drive vehicles that have been repaired to ensure all repairs were properly performed.
• Inspect and work with brakes as stipulated in Section 396.25 of The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR).
• Perform vehicle inspections that meet the qualifications & requirements stipulated in Section 396.19 of the FMCSR.
• Use diagnostic equipment, welding and cutting machines, tire mounting, replacement, and repairing equipment.
• Work on all equipment at the terminal level, such as, steam rack equipment, shop equipment, and company cars and pickups.
• Maintain all equipment to the highest quality, in a timely manner, while keeping cost at a minimum.
• Participate and successfully complete training programs, process safety management reviews, and safety meetings required to comply with state and federal regulations.
• Review procedures as necessary to ensure compliance of all company and industry standards to meet all regulatory agency requirements.
• Optimize work to effect a minimal amount of overtime.
• Perform and assist in scheduling of repairs when the Shop Foreman is unavailable.
• Perform remedial and preventative maintenance and maintain facility appearance and safety through good housekeeping practices inside and outside of the facilities.
• Participate in available cross training to effectively develop skills in areas specific to other mechanics.
• Supply and maintain defective-free hand tools to perform duties.
• Use and wear all PPE when required.
• Work second shift schedule from 3:30pm - 12:30am Monday through Friday.

Requirements

• A minimum of a high school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent is preferred.
• Technical certification or equivalent training in a mechanical environment or energy related field is preferred.
• A minimum of 3+ years mechanic experience in a related field is required.
• A valid driver's license with acceptable driving record is required.
• The ability to test drive vehicles that have been repaired to ensure all repairs were properly performed is required.
• The ability to read and understand, analyze and interpret documents, equipment repair manuals, reports and federal, state and local codes and regulations is required.
• The ability to perform basic mathematical calculations, such as, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical solutions is required.
• Basic computer skills such as opening, creating and updating content in MS Word documents and Excel spreadsheets is required.
• The ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing, with other individuals, teams, customers, and stakeholders of the business, at various levels of the organization, in a business like and professional manner is required.
• Takes initiative and is proactive in addressing issues.
• Quickly and efficiently completes tasks.
• The ability to demonstrate conscientiousness, dependability and commitment to the role, team and company.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment with less definition, policy, and bureaucracy.
• Works indoors and outdoors in and around industrial and electrical equipment.
• Works in temperature extremes due to weather conditions and operating equipment.
• Must be able to regularly bend, stoop, move from ground level to higher levels, raise/lift from ground level and lift up to 50 lbs., manually transport a load up to 75 lbs., apply up to 100 foot pounds of torque.
• Must wear special safety equipment while working and must be able to lift and put on emergency breathing apparatus and/or protective equipment.
• The ability to take call-outs and work overtime is required.
• Must live or relocate to within 1 hour of reporting location.
• Shift Day Job Travel Yes, 10% of the Time.