Fleet Mechanic (In-Shop)

Hooper Corporation•De Forest, WI

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Since 1913, Hooper has grown to become a well-respected electric power and mechanical contractor. With headquarters in Wisconsin and regional offices in the states of Colorado, Florida, and Ohio, Hooper provides a wide range of services to support commercial and residential clients. Hooper provides competitive compensation and many supportive benefits including Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, Matching 401(k) plan, Paid Time Off (PTO), 9 paid holidays, Identity Theft Protection, Life Insurance, as well as Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage. Our team is seeking a skilled Fleet Mechanic to join our union shop in Wisconsin. This role involves troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining medium and heavy trucks, trailers, and construction equipment.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED
Completion of diesel tech school program preferred
Minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience
Maintain a class A CDL in good standing including a federal medical card free of restriction
The ability to climb ladders and steps and work on equipment surfaces is required with or without reasonable accommodation
Ideal candidate would primarily be involved in Light Duty focused work up to Heavy Duty work depending on day-to-day shop flow
Physically demanding position. Requires continuous standing, walking, and lifting. Requires lifting materials on a regular basis and frequent twisting, bending, and turning with or without reasonable accommodations
Ability to travel and work outside at all times of the year – although rare some circumstances arise where road travel and overnight stays are required
Hooper is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, considering candidates regardless of age, color, creed, disability, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other status protected by applicable local, state, or federal law.

Nice To Haves

Completion of diesel tech school program preferred
Ideal candidate would primarily be involved in Light Duty focused work up to Heavy Duty work depending on day-to-day shop flow

Responsibilities

Knowledge of major truck systems including diesel and gas engines, and ability to diagnose problems, make repairs, and perform preventive maintenance
Ability to operate a variety of equipment including dozers, backhoes, skid steers, backhoes and cranes
Familiarity with FMCSA and DOT inspection requirements and regulations
Ability to operate basic shop tools including welders, cutting torches, battery & air tools
Ability to fabricate, cut, weld, construct and build with steel
Familiarity with the basics of Microsoft Word and Excel
Strong oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact positively with mechanics and management
Ability to keep a clean and organized workspace including but not limited to floor/workshop, toolbox, and equipment on hand
Understand and practice workplace safety