Automotive Mechanic - Oahu

Hawaiian Electric•Union, NJ

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The P VF FLEET Department of the P FLEET SERVICES Division at Hawaiian Electric Company has 1 Bargaining Unit vacancy available. This role is Non-Exempt. The Automotive Mechanic performs all work required in the repair, modification and maintenance of all types of vehicles, equipment, internal-combustion engines and diesel engines. As an Automotive Mechanic at the maximum level, performs all duties. At lower levels, performs duties under direction or direct supervision in accordance with training stages. This includes all types of vehicle, equipment, engine and tool maintenance, repair, and modification, including gas welding and work on hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems. The role also involves completing necessary job paperwork, driving Company vehicles, and directing the work of personnel in lower classifications. Additionally, the position may require assuming an emergency management role as assigned.

Requirements

Ability to identify and distinguish the difference between colors, including shades, hues, and tints.
Must be able to obtain a Medical Examiners Certificate.
Must have or be able to qualify for a State of Hawaii Commercial Driver’s License.
Must meet the requirement for frequent required drivers as stated in the Hiring Standards for Required Company Drivers policy.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Hawaii or another U.S. state.
Must meet the standards for driving positions stated in the Hiring Standards for Driving Positions policy.
Must be able to lift and carry automotive parts, tools, and/or equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.
Must pass the Edison Electric Institute Construction & Skilled Trades Selection System (CAST).
Graduate of Automotive Apprentice Program or equivalent training and experience.
Must pass Company Written Job Knowledge Test and Job Proficiency Test.
Must have or be able to qualify for C&C and DOT Safety Check Inspection Certification within 24 months.
Must have or be able to acquire Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification within 24 months in the following: Diesel engines, Automatic transmission/transaxle, Suspension & steering, Brakes, Electrical/electronic systems, and Engine performance.
Must pass Company Hydraulic Written Job Knowledge Test within 24 months.

Nice To Haves

Employees who have taken and passed the Differential Aptitude Test (DAT) do not need to take the CAST.
If applicant is a graduate of the Company Automotive Apprentice Program, then Job Proficiency Test is not required.

Responsibilities

Performs all types of vehicle, equipment, engine and tool maintenance; repair and modification work, including gas welding and work on hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical systems and devices.
Completes necessary job tags and paperwork in connection with the job.
Drives Company vehicles.
Directs the work of personnel in lower classifications on any or all of the above operations.
Performs similar and incidental duties as required.
Assume an emergency management role, as assigned, and perform specific assignments or functions, as needed, in an event of an emergency, not to include routine trouble calls/callouts.