Fleet Mechanic - D/P

Southern Company•Macon, GA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is part of a developmental program for a qualified mechanic at a Georgia Power Fleet Service Facility. The apprenticeship program lasts a maximum of four years; completion time depends on the candidate’s current skills, knowledge, experience, and abilities in maintaining light- and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. The role is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local Union Number 84; membership is optional. A statewide seniority process determines individual work locations. The mechanic must live within a one-hour commute of the designated work location or be willing to relocate there immediately at their own expense. Relocation benefits are not available. Evening availability is required, with hours determined upon hire. The employee must also be available for emergency response and storm duty, which can involve additional hours, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and out-of-state travel. Travel to other company locations, including overnight stays, may be required.

Requirements

Documented completion of a two-year vocational or technical school program in automotive or diesel technology; or at least four years of work experience in a fleet maintenance facility or qualifying military wheel-vehicle maintenance experience; or a combination of related work experience and automotive or diesel coursework totaling four years.
Ability to perform hydraulic, electronic, and mechanical maintenance and repairs on medium- and heavy-duty trucks, aerial devices, light vehicles, forklifts, and specialized fleet equipment.
Knowledge of hydraulic principles, air conditioning, diesel and gasoline engines, automatic transmissions, braking systems, electrical systems and electronics, basic cutting and welding, and basic computer skills.
Ability to use PC-based software to troubleshoot and repair Ford, Freightliner, International, Cummins, and Caterpillar systems.
Effective communication and organizational skills, demonstrated problem-solving ability, and ability to work successfully in a team.
Ability to take instruction and direction and translate them into action, and to read, understand, and follow procedures, rules, and regulations.
Ability to perform physically demanding work in hot and cold temperature extremes.
Demonstrated safe work practices, ethical behavior, and alignment with the stated values of Safety First, Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment.
Must successfully pass the written Construction and Skilled Trade Test (CAST) and the Physical Abilities Test (PAT).
Must have a valid State of Georgia motor vehicle driver’s license.
Must possess a valid Class A CDL with air-brake certification and a valid DOT Medical Card, or a Class A CDL learner’s permit and a valid DOT Medical Card. A learner’s permit holder must obtain a Class A CDL within six months of hire.
Must meet the stated equipment weight guideline: current body weight at or below 280 pounds while fully dressed with work boots, excluding tools, and maintain that limit.
Must be able to lift and/or drag up to 50 pounds and perform duties involving bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing, walking, stooping, and standing for extended periods.
Must bring the hand tools needed for the job, including a Top Toolbox, immediately upon hire; a minimum tool list will be provided.
Must provide proper composite- or steel-toe shoes or boots.
Must be at least 18 years old.
Must be available for after-hours support and storm duty, including additional hours or overtime, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and possible out-of-state travel.
Must be available to work at other company locations, including out-of-town travel and overnight stays.
Must complete a background check, drug screen, and DOT medical examination before employment.

Nice To Haves

ASE certifications.
Welding and/or hydraulic certifications.
International Fluid Power Society Mobile Hydraulic Mechanic qualification.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and perform major and minor repairs on gasoline and diesel engines, including inspecting and replacing worn or broken parts.
Diagnose, repair, and overhaul power transmission systems, including clutches, automatic and standard transmissions, differential units, gears, bearings, universal joints, and hydraulic units.
Inspect, service, and repair vehicle braking systems.
Diagnose, repair, and adjust steering mechanisms and other controls.
Diagnose and repair vehicle air-conditioning systems.
Repair vehicle body and chassis parts using hand and power tools, electric arc welding equipment, and oxyacetylene welding equipment.
Road-test vehicles; drive trucks or equipment as required; and inspect vehicles in the shop and in the field.
Use PC-based diagnostic equipment to diagnose engine, chassis, and drivetrain systems.
Diagnose and perform electrical, hydraulic, and other necessary repairs in the field.
Perform preventive maintenance, DOT inspections, and minor and major repairs on aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes, trenchers, construction equipment, medium- and heavy-duty trucks, automobiles, light trucks, and other equipment.
Read and interpret manuals, drawings, inspection forms, and specifications.
Perform welding and fabricate metal parts for vehicles, equipment, and tools; straighten and repair bent items; and fabricate and install items such as bumpers, ladder racks, tool boxes, and pipe railings.
Test aerial devices, including operating platforms at elevated heights.
Observe safety policies and procedures and provide customer-focused service.