Union Mechanic

About the role

Sunbelt Rentals—the fastest growing rental business in North America—is seeking a Mechanic. As a mechanic/technician you will increase levels of customer service by performing preventive maintenance and making repairs on equipment within the area of responsibility as needed in the most effective and cost-efficient way possible to avoid downtime at the customer location. You will perform check-ins and repairs, and assist other mechanic/technicians with general shop and equipment maintenance as directed.

Responsibilities

• Perform every job right the first time in order to maintain and exceed customer expectations and prevent unnecessary service calls in the field.
• Keep available equipment in good working order and in presentable condition.
• Maintain a positive and professional image of Sunbelt Rentals.
• Service equipment correctly on the first attempt as required to ensure proper working condition when leaving the shop.
• Fabricate parts and equipment as required to meet shop and customer needs.
• Assist other mechanics with loading and unloading of equipment as needed.
• Assist other mechanics with repairs and maintenance of equipment as needed.
• Diagnose simple mechanical equipment problems.
• Perform safety inspections on equipment and maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Meet all company, governmental and equipment-specific safety requirements.
• Other duties as assigned by manager or supervisor.

Requirements

• 1 to 2 years’ experience with similar equipment strongly preferred.
• Ability to effectively and safely use mechanic’s tools and equipment to diagnose and trouble shoot complex equipment problems.
• Ability to communicate equipment issues and understand job assignments.
• Ability to prioritize work assignments.
• Personal and professional integrity.
• Exhibit a clear understanding of the necessity of equipment safety.
• Flexibility regarding work assignments.
• Must be physically able to work in a jobsite environment for extensive periods to include lifting up to 50 lbs, bending, squatting, crouching, and reaching.
• Some trade school desired.

The physical demands of this role require bending, squatting, crouching, reaching, lifting 50 pounds or more, and working indoors/outdoors when required by the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to comply with applicable laws.

Skills

Related experience may include: Shop Mechanic, Mechanic, Technician, Service Foreman, Service Manager, Shop Manager, Mechanic Supervisor, Technician Supervisor, Lead Mechanic, Lead Technician, Diesel Technician, Diesel Mechanic, Service Technician, Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Hydraulic Technician, Hydraulic Mechanic, ASE Certified Mechanic, IFPS Certified Technician.

The following MOS, AFSC, and NEC Codes may have transferrable skill sets that apply to this role: 711, 713, 2506, 2584, 4130, 4133, 4541, 5899, 6071, 6072, 7603, 7607, 7610, 7618, 13D, 13M, 13P, 13R, 13T, 2T311A, 2T311C, 2T312A, 2T312B, 2T312C, 2T331A, 2T331C, 2T332A, 2T332B, 2T332C, 2T351, 2T351A, 2T351C, 2T352A, 2T352C, 62B, 63A, 63D, 63E, 63H, 63M, 63N, 63S, 63T, 63Y, 88R, 91A, 91B, 91E, 91H, 91L, 91M, 91P, 91S, ABE, ABH, AS, CM, EN, GSM, MM, MM(NUC), MR, SB.

Benefits

Sunbelt provides a comprehensive benefits package to its full-time employees. This package includes:

• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Match
• Volunteer time off
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Accident, Life and Travel insurance, as well as flexible spending
• Tuition Reimbursement Options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Length of Service Awards

You will become eligible for benefits on the first of the month following 30 days from your start date.

Pay

The hourly wage depends on the agreed rate under the terms of the collective bargaining agreement for this location.

Schedule

Sunbelt offers team members the following paid time off from work, subject to Sunbelt’s policies (unless specified in a collective bargaining agreement):

• 12-25 vacation days depending on years of service
• 5 sick days
• 6 holidays
• 2 half day holidays
• 2 floating holidays
• 1 inclusion day
• 1 volunteer day