Equipment Repair Technician

US Facilities•Suffolk, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

U.S. Facilities, Inc. is seeking an experienced Equipment Repair Technician for a project in Southeast Virginia. The role diagnoses, repairs, inspects, and maintains motorized and mechanical construction, highway maintenance, grounds, and automotive equipment in varied locations. The technician performs routine preventive maintenance, safety inspections, major repairs, welding and fabrication, emergency-operation preparation and repairs, and associated recordkeeping. The position also serves as backup Fuel Site Manager when the regular manager is absent, including receiving fuel deliveries, conducting monthly fuel-site inspections, and maintaining paperwork under client policies. The role is essential to emergency response operations, and its duties are required during emergencies, including inclement weather and disaster response. The position operates in a flexible 24/7/365 environment and may involve short- or no-notice assignments, outdoor work along interstate highways, exposure to traffic and inclement weather, and work with electricity. The work environment is team- and autonomy-oriented, with routine tasks and variable pace and pressure. Weekend, evening, and overtime work may be required. Tools and equipment are provided. A 90-day probation period and required VDOT/industry training apply. Compensation is $24.00–$36.00 per hour. Benefits listed are vacation, sick leave, paid holidays, and a 401(k). Pre-employment requirements include a fingerprint-based criminal history records check, drug screening, being at least 18 years old, and a Virginia driver’s license in good standing; a DMV records check is also required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; equivalent experience or training may substitute for education.
Minimum Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) and DOT medical card, preferred, or demonstrated ability to obtain them within 11 months of hire and maintain them thereafter.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling certification, preferred, or demonstrated ability to obtain it within 3 months of hire and maintain it thereafter.
Virginia State Police Equipment Inspection License or demonstrated ability to obtain it within 6 months of hire.
AFMP Class C Underground Storage Tank Operator and Fire Extinguisher Certification or demonstrated ability to obtain them within 11 months of hire.
Flexible schedule suited to a 24/7/365 operating environment.
Knowledge of general shop procedures and diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of automotive, construction, and maintenance equipment.
Ability to safely and efficiently operate light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks, equipment, and tools.
Knowledge of cutting, welding, and fabrication operations, and skill in using cutting and welding equipment.
Ability to independently perform major repairs and maintenance on a variety of diesel and gasoline trucks and equipment.
Ability to read and understand service and equipment repair manuals, gauges, and testing devices.
Ability to maintain accurate records and reports; follow oral and written instructions; solve problems; work independently; and complete tasks within rigid time constraints.
Skill in using computers and software applications related to shop operations, hand and power tools, and advanced electronic and computerized diagnostic equipment.
Comply with DOT and VDOT policies and standards when operating CDL equipment.
Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
At least 18 years of age.
Virginia driver’s license in good standing; valid driver’s license required.
Satisfactory pre-employment drug screening, fingerprint-based criminal history records check, and DMV records check.
Ability to work outdoors and in all-season, all-hour operating conditions, including short- or no-notice assignments and emergency operations.
Ability to meet the physical demands of prolonged standing and walking, lifting and carrying, and frequent reaching, kneeling, climbing, bending, twisting, crouching, and balancing.

Nice To Haves

Vocational or technical training in automotive and equipment repair and diagnostics.
ASE certifications or demonstrated equivalent.
Minimum Class B CDL and DOT medical card.
Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling certification.
AFMP Class C Underground Storage Tank Operator and Fire Extinguisher Certification.

Responsibilities

Manage areas of responsibility to ensure a safe and healthy work environment; practice safety behaviors and timely report safety accidents, incidents, or concerns.
Act as a trusted steward of public resources and conduct work with integrity, avoiding conflicts of interest, misuse of public resources, prohibited gifts, false statements, and illegal or improper activity.
Report to work when called, maintain communications with the supervisor, monitor weather forecasts, and be prepared to operate equipment in all kinds of weather.
Communicate effectively and collaborate with people across the organization, while maintaining customer focus and rapport.
Diagnose vehicle and equipment failures using electronic testing equipment, repair manuals, and online resources.
Repair and overhaul automobiles, equipment, and tools, including engines, transmissions, driveline components, electrical and computer systems, fuel injection systems, HVAC systems, hydraulic systems, pneumatic components, and air brakes.
Recommend outsourcing for major repairs when needed.
Perform safety inspections under Virginia State Police inspection program guidelines for vehicles and equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance according to schedules and guidelines; make repairs for deficiencies or recommend outsourcing.
Design, fabricate, modify, and weld components to repair, rebuild, or replace parts.
Prepare equipment for emergency operations and make repairs, including on-the-road repairs, to reduce downtime during emergency operations.
Prepare, process, and maintain maintenance and repair documentation; generate, complete, and close out work orders in the computer system; enter time and leave; prepare parts requests; and complete warranty inspection and repair paperwork.
Serve as backup Fuel Site Manager by receiving fuel deliveries, performing monthly fuel-site inspections, and maintaining paperwork in accordance with client policies when the Fuel Site Manager is absent.
Maintain AFMP Class C Underground Storage Tank Operator and Fire Extinguisher certification.
Perform other duties as assigned by a supervisor and/or U.S. Facilities Senior Project Manager.
Perform all assigned duties during emergency situations, including inclement weather, disaster response, and emergency operations.