Field Mechanic

LUMA Energy • Arecibo, PR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The main responsibility of the Field Mechanic is for the onsite maintenance needed to keep equipment operating in the field. Field Mechanic applies automotive mechanics knowledge related to the inspection, maintenance and repair of vehicles and special equipment all while working in a field environment. Receive instructions from the supervisor and perform work to make sure it conforms to established regulations and procedures. Must be a professional mechanic at the gasoline, diesel and senior mechanic level, with solid knowledge and experience in a wide variety of skills. These skills include, but are not limited to, equipment service and repair of Mobile Hydraulics, Aerial Hydraulics, OSHA Boom Inspections, BIT Biennial inspections of terminals, Air Brakes, Diesel and Gasoline powered vehicles and equipment. Performs maintenance and repair of company owned, rented or borrowed, electric utility-related vehicles (service, construction, transport and passenger vehicles) and various types of equipment. Conducts visual, auditory and operational inspection of vehicles and equipment to identify and troubleshoot problems for repair; identifies problem causes; researches problems via repair manuals, schematics, OEM's, service bulletins and other mechanics, as needed Repairs / Rebuilds Vehicles& Components - Uses hand tools and power tools to disassemble, access and re-assemble equipment or components; removes and replaces broken or worn parts (such as cylinders, brakes and gaskets); performs tune-ups and electrical repairs. Uses power and hand tools to access, remove and/or replace worn or broken parts Changes oil and filters; cleans and lubricates moving parts; identifies worn parts for preventative repair work Inspects, maintains and repairs vehicles and special equipment installed in said units Completes all duties and responsibilities of a gasoline, diesel and senior mechanic in a field environment. Reads and interprets schematics and blueprints. Follows all policies and procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. Performs major storm restoration work and associated drills as assigned.

Requirements

• Highschool Diploma or GED
• Self-starter
• Detail oriented
• Computer literate
• Welding and Fabricating skills
• Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints
• General Skills
• Defensive Diving
• DOT Medical Examination
• Experience with Microsoft Office programs, and abilityto use an FMIS Fleet Management Information System to input andresearch maintenance history information as needed
• Good Welding and Fabricating skills.
• Self-starter and detail-oriented individual
• Valid Puerto Rico driver’s license Category 9 is required
• Permit to Operate Commercial Vehicle from The Transport and Other Public Services Bureau (NTSP, "Negociado de Transporte y Otros Servicios Públicos de Puerto Rico")
• Driver's Record (DTOP)
• Hold a Automotive Technician in Mechanics of Heavy Equipment and Trucks or Technician Mechanics in Automotive Vehicles license issued by the Puerto Rico Examining Board of Automotive Mechanics and Technicians.
• ASE Certification (T-Series 1-8)
• Candidates must meet all applicable federal requirements, including pre-employment and random testing, medical certification, and driver qualification standards.

Nice To Haves

• Have 5 years of experience in the tasks performed at the Gasoline, Diesel or Senior Mechanic level is preferred.
• Special Endorsement for hazardous materials from NTSP is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs maintenance and repair of company owned, rented or borrowed, electric utility-related vehicles (service, construction, transport and passenger vehicles) and various types of equipment.
• Conducts visual, auditory and operational inspection of vehicles and equipment to identify and troubleshoot problems for repair; identifies problem causes; researches problems via repair manuals, schematics, OEM's, service bulletins and other mechanics, as needed
• Uses hand tools and power tools to disassemble, access and re-assemble equipment or components; removes and replaces broken or worn parts (such as cylinders, brakes and gaskets); performs tune-ups and electrical repairs.
• Uses power and hand tools to access, remove and/or replace worn or broken parts
• Changes oil and filters; cleans and lubricates moving parts; identifies worn parts for preventative repair work
• Inspects, maintains and repairs vehicles and special equipment installed in said units
• Completes all duties and responsibilities of a gasoline, diesel and senior mechanic in a field environment.
• Reads and interprets schematics and blueprints.
• Follows all policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Performs major storm restoration work and associated drills as assigned.

Benefits

• LUMA Energy is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, military status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal or local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED