Diesel Mechanic

Fort Pierce Utilities Authority•Fort Pierce, FL

About The Position

The Diesel Mechanic maintains the safety, reliability, and performance of gasoline- and diesel-powered fleet vehicles and equipment, supporting field employees by ensuring their equipment is safe and reliable. The hands-on position diagnoses and repairs vehicle systems, including engines, transmissions, power trains, suspension, steering, brakes, exhaust, air conditioning, electrical systems, and hydraulics. It works under minimal supervision and calls for initiative, efficient analysis, and sound independent judgment. The position reports directly to the Purchasing and Supply Chain Manager. The role includes inspecting vehicles and equipment, completing minor and major repairs, performing preventive maintenance, monitoring work performed by outside service shops, and providing emergency roadside service. It also involves maintaining service records and reports, working with field crews to understand equipment needs, operating company trucks and trailers, and maintaining a clean, organized, and safe shop and yard. Secondary functions include installing vehicle accessories and removing equipment and signage from vehicles being decommissioned for sale or auction.

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited high school or possess an acceptable equivalency diploma.
Graduate from an accredited trade school or similar program specializing in automotive or diesel mechanics.
At least 5 years of experience in heavy equipment repair, including hydraulic experience.
Valid State of Florida Driver's License.
Extensive knowledge and experience maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing gasoline- and diesel-powered light, medium, and heavy vehicles.
Extensive knowledge and experience maintaining, diagnosing, and repairing hydraulic systems typical of bucket trucks and boom trucks.
Knowledge of automotive and diesel mechanic trade methods, materials, tools, and standard practices.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions in heavy equipment garage operations.
Ability to communicate professionally and effectively, verbally and in writing.
Ability to understand and follow moderately complex written and oral instructions.
Ability to produce accurate, neat clerical work.
Ability to maintain a clean, orderly, safe, and efficient garage and operation.
Working knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Ability to respond productively to change and handle other assigned tasks.
Ability and willingness to initiate change, solve problems, take pride in work and the workplace, and accept accountability.

Nice To Haves

A.S.E. certification.
Welding experience.
Experience with Altec equipment.
Commercial driver's license (CDL), or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

Inspect vehicle systems, including engines, transmissions, power trains, suspension, steering, brakes, exhaust, air conditioning, electrical systems, and hydraulics.
Perform minor and major repairs to deficiencies identified during inspections.
Perform preventive maintenance on gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.
Monitor maintenance and repair work on light and heavy equipment performed by other service shops.
Provide emergency road service for vehicles and equipment to minimize job delays.
Maintain time and work schedules, service records, and periodic reports.
Work with field crews to understand equipment needs and ensure reliable performance.
Operate company trucks and trailers.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop and yard environment.
Collaborate with the Department Manager and operations to support the business.
Install strobes, light bars, radios, toolboxes, and similar equipment in new or used vehicles.
Decommission vehicles for sale or auction by removing light bars, toolboxes, signage, and similar items.