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natgridProd•Malden, MA

8d•$49•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Auto/Truck Technician will be responsible for the maintenance and operation of fleet equipment. This role involves diagnosing troubles, performing inspections, and making repairs on a variety of automotive and truck equipment. The technician will also assist others, work safely and productively, respond to service calls, handle garage materials, document work using Fleet Anywhere, and perform other garage-related duties. Pre-employment assessments, including job skills demonstration, background check, and drug/alcohol/physical screening, are required.

Requirements

Must have High School Diploma or equivalent
Must have the ability to diagnose problems in automotive/truck equipment and to make the necessary repairs to return the equipment to safe and operable condition.
Must demonstrate 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 demonstrate a responsible, thorough and a safe work ethic and sound mechanical ability.
Must be familiar with the use and safe operation of gas welding equipment.
Must have the ability to operate company-owned vehicles and equipment, such as trucks and forklifts.
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 be able to work at heights.
Must furnish acceptable means of off-hour contact by telephone.
Ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Must hold the following ASE certificates within twelve (12) months of entering this classification: T-1 Gasoline Engine, T-3 Drive Train, and T-5 Suspension.
Must be able to obtain within the first 6 months upon entrance to the classification a CDL-A license (interstate travel, restricted non-tractor trailer) with all appropriate restricted endorsements along with a valid health certificate.

Responsibilities

Diagnose troubles, perform inspections and make repairs on chassis, engines, transmissions (including both automatic and manual), drive trains, rear axles, steering mechanisms, hydraulic braking systems, suspensions, cooling systems, wheels, tires, instruments, lighting accessories and other equipment as assigned.
Assist others in the performance of maintenance, inspections and repairs to all automotive/ truck equipment owned by the company.
Work in a safe manner, 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, some of which are classified as hazardous under Federal and State Right to Know laws and hazardous materials guidelines, including performing weekly and monthly garage inspections.
Accurately document work using Fleet Anywhere, or an equivalent vehicle maintenance program.
Works alone either in the assigned shop or at other locations within the limits of the classification.
Perform all other garage-related duties as assigned.