Master Mechanic

State of Delaware•Dover, DE

About The Position

The Master Mechanic is an expert-level mechanical position within Maintenance & Operations. The role conducts and oversees maintenance, troubleshooting, fabrication, repair, rebuilding, modification, and installation of major systems on light- and heavy-duty vehicles, construction equipment, watercraft, and all-terrain equipment. The mechanic provides advanced training and supervision to lower-level mechanics and recommends whether equipment should be repaired or replaced. The position must be available to work overtime for storm and other emergency events, sometimes with no advance notice. Work includes preventive maintenance and diagnostics; repair and replacement of parts and assemblies; interpretation of schematics and blueprints; research and parts ordering; welding and body repairs; road service and towing assistance; and operational testing. The mechanic also maintains tools, equipment, and shop facilities and follows safety practices and EPA standards.

Requirements

Three years of experience diagnosing, repairing, rebuilding, and calibrating light- and heavy-duty engines, power trains, stabilizing mechanisms, and related equipment requiring multiple integrated calibrations.
Three years of experience in gas and electric welding.
Three years of experience machining or milling parts to comply with manufacturer specifications.
Knowledge of staff supervision gained through coursework, academic training, employer-provided training, or lead-worker experience overseeing others; or experience supervising staff or subordinate supervisors.
Possession of a valid driver's license that is not suspended, revoked, cancelled, or disqualified.
Possess a valid CDL Class A or B driver's license, or obtain one during the initial 90-day probationary period.
Satisfactory criminal background check.
Successful completion of pre-employment drug testing after a conditional offer.
Legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

Perform preventive maintenance, including lubricating, cleaning, servicing, inspecting, and testing equipment.
Use manual and computerized diagnostic equipment to evaluate and troubleshoot equipment, make adjustments, and diagnose malfunctions or defects.
Repair or replace parts and assemblies using mechanic power and hand tools.
Interpret schematics and blueprints to inspect, diagnose, and perform wiring procedures and maintenance on mechanical, hydraulic, ignition, lighting, warning, and injection assemblies and component systems.
Use computers, parts and service references, and automated equipment management systems or manuals to research, order parts, prepare records, and analyze equipment malfunctions.
Fabricate parts, perform gas and electric welding, and make body repairs.
Respond to road service requests and assist with tow trucks or wreckers.
Conduct road tests and operational checks for diagnostic purposes and post-maintenance testing.
Clean and care for tools, equipment, and shop facilities.
Follow safety rules and practices and comply with EPA standards.
Provide advanced training and supervision to lower-level mechanics.
Make recommendations to repair or replace equipment.