General Maintenance Mechanic

Ameren • Lake Ozark, MO

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Ameren Missouri is hiring one General Maintenance Mechanic for its Lakeside facility. Under direct but not constant supervision, the mechanic performs a general range of repair and maintenance work on automotive equipment, construction equipment, power take-off driven equipment, garage equipment, and building structures and equipment. The role may direct the work of another General Maintenance Mechanic-Lakeside or Motor Transportation-Lakeside employee and perform similar or less skilled work as needed.

Work includes rebuilding and analyzing engines; repairing transmissions, differentials, brake systems, suspension, steering, bearings, fuel, cooling, and electrical systems; welding; minor body and paint repairs; equipment modifications; tire and wheel service; and repair of construction, power take-off driven, hydraulic, and small power equipment. The mechanic also inspects, lubricates, washes, and fuels equipment, installs glass, makes service calls, and performs corrective and preventative maintenance on building systems and structures, including work on de-energized AC circuits and heating and cooling systems.

The position requires careful use of tools and shop equipment, prompt response to calls, precision in adjustments, thorough inspection to protect operators and equipment, and adherence to safe work practices. Work involves exposure to outdoor weather, gas, oil, solvents, fumes, damp and drafty conditions, and typical mechanic hazards. The role has contacts with suppliers, building inspectors, and employees for whom work is performed.

Requirements

• High school graduation or successful completion of a recognized high school equivalency examination.
• Successful completion of an approved automotive maintenance program or two years of experience working as a vehicle mechanic in a related industry.
• Satisfactory performance for two years as an Assistant General Maintenance Mechanic-Lakeside or equivalent.
• Demonstrated hands-on ability in vehicle repair and maintenance, including brakes, engine and electrical analysis, valve grinding, general troubleshooting, suspension and steering, drivetrain, and hydraulics.
• Ability to meet and deal with people and willingness to work alone for considerable periods.
• Must be active and able-bodied and have average physical strength and endurance.
• Competent operation of equipment and ability to qualify for and retain a valid chauffeur's license.
• Ability to qualify for and retain a valid state motor vehicle inspector permit.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain automotive equipment, construction equipment, power take-off driven equipment, garage equipment, and building structures and equipment at the Lakeside facility.
• Rebuild and analyze engines and repair transmissions, differentials, brake systems, suspension and steering systems, bearings, fuel systems, cooling systems, and electrical systems.
• Perform welding, minor fender and body repairs, minor paint or touch-up work, and equipment modifications.
• Repair or replace tires and equipment components; balance wheels; and repair construction, power take-off driven, hydraulic, and small power equipment.
• Inspect, lubricate, wash, and fuel equipment; install glass; and make service calls.
• Perform corrective and preventative maintenance on building systems and structures, including work on de-energized AC circuits and heating and cooling systems.
• Direct the work of another General Maintenance Mechanic-Lakeside or Motor Transportation-Lakeside employee when required.
• Assist other classifications and perform similar or less skilled work as required.
• Care for and properly use tools, materials, and shop equipment; respond promptly to calls; and restore equipment to service in a minimum of time.
• Inspect and adjust equipment carefully, work precisely, follow safe work practices, and maintain the garage in a clean, orderly, and safe condition.

Benefits

• Position is eligible for annual incentive payments based on company performance and subject to sole management discretion.
• Benefits are provided to regular full-time employees; details are available on the company's Benefits & Perks Page.

What This Job Offers

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