Mechanic 1/C

Iberdrola • Oneonta, NY

2d • $39 - $57 • Onsite

About The Position

Under directive supervision, inspects, repairs, adjusts, and maintains all types of transportation and construction units and equipment. This includes motor and electrical work, suspension and body components, hydraulic equipment, and operating welding equipment. The role also involves directing the work of others and performing related clerical tasks such as preparing time sheets and running records.

Requirements

• Must pass a test of basic knowledge of mechanical and electrical principles applying to automotive and construction equipment and demonstrate ability to handle tools.
• Must be a high school graduate or have obtained an equivalency diploma recognized by the State of Maine.
• Must be familiar with Company's Safety Rules, approved methods of resuscitation and be able to render practical First Aid.
• Must obtain required licenses to drive and inspect Company equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Previous mechanical experience preferred.
• Should have had a year's experience as a Laborer in the Transportation Department.
• Should possess temperament suited to jobs where manual dexterity, precision and patience are particularly essential.
• Must be willing to work extra and/or irregular hours and/or a shift schedule.
• Must be willing to work under unusual or special working conditions and surroundings, as well as the normal working conditions pertaining to this job.
• Must be particularly alert in observing hazards and avoiding accidents.
• Must possess keen faculties of observation.
• Must meet general requirements for all employees as described in the Preamble to Job Specifications.
• If mandated by Maine State, must be certified to repair motor vehicles and crane equipment.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, repairs, adjusts, and maintains all types of transportation and construction units and equipment.
• Performs motor and electrical work, including adjusting timing, ignition systems, and overhauling carburetors and fuel systems.
• Inspects, removes, adjusts, repairs, and installs suspension and body components, axles, running gear assemblies, wheels, brakes, steering assemblies, radiators, transmissions, differentials, and engine accessories.
• Clears up trouble on units on the road or in the field and performs road testing.
• Inspects, repairs, overhauls, adjusts, and maintains all types of transportation and construction transmissions.
• Performs work on hydraulic equipment such as pole-hole diggers and aerial lifts, including valves, controls, cylinders, hydraulic motors and pumps, and pressure adjustments and testing.
• Operates acetylene and electric welding equipment for cutting, heating, burning, welding, and brazing operations.
• Directs the work of others assisting him.
• Acquires the necessary knowledge and skills required for advancement to a fully qualified Mechanic-First Class.
• Performs other related or less skilled work as directed, including preparing time sheets, running records, gasoline and oil records, and performing other clerical work as required.

Benefits

• Fair and equal employment and advancement opportunities for all employees and candidates regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
• Reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities or disabled veterans who are unable to use the online tool.

What This Job Offers

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