UTILITY FLEET MECHANIC

Force Electrical Services, LLC•Gainesville, TX

About The Position

The Fleet Mechanic keeps Force Electrical Services' utility fleet and specialty line construction equipment safe, compliant, and operational. Working from a mobile service truck and the company shop, the mechanic diagnoses, repairs, inspects, and performs preventive maintenance on heavy- and medium-duty trucks, aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes, and stringing equipment. The work may take place on active rights-of-way and energized job sites. The position supports crew productivity and safety by minimizing equipment downtime, maintaining DOT, OSHA, and ANSI inspection compliance, and responding to equipment failures during routine construction and emergency storm restoration. The position requires field service at job sites, laydown yards, and rights-of-way, potentially in remote locations and adverse weather. Storm response may involve extended hours, overnight travel, and multi-week mobilizations. The mechanic must follow company safety policies and applicable OSHA and DOT requirements, stop work when conditions are unsafe, and report hazards, incidents, and near misses. This is a safety-sensitive position; applicable DOT drug and alcohol testing requirements and the company's drug- and alcohol-free workplace policy apply. The role is based in Gainesville, Texas. The job description states that the employee must be available for overtime, weekends, on-call rotation, and emergency storm response with short notice. Employment is at-will, and duties may change.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least 3 years of experience repairing heavy- and medium-duty diesel trucks and hydraulic equipment.
Valid driver's license with a driving record acceptable to the company's insurance carrier.
Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with a current DOT medical card required within 90 days of hire, subject to the posting's note to adjust to required at hire if applicable.
Strong diagnostic ability with diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and vehicle electrical systems.
Ability to read schematics, hydraulic diagrams, and service manuals.
Working knowledge of DOT/FMCSA vehicle maintenance requirements, ANSI aerial device standards, and OSHA safety requirements for utility work environments.
Ability to use laptop-based diagnostic software and electronic work order systems.
Ability to work independently in the field, prioritize repairs, and make sound decisions about equipment safety.
Clear communication with crews, foremen, and fleet leadership regarding equipment condition and downtime.
Must furnish personal hand tools per the company tool list; the posting includes a note to confirm the tool policy or allowance.
Must be available for overtime, weekends, on-call rotation, and emergency storm response with short notice.
Must comply with safety requirements, including applicable DOT drug and alcohol testing for CDL holders performing safety-sensitive functions and the company drug- and alcohol-free workplace policy.

Nice To Haves

Diesel/heavy equipment technology certificate or associate degree.
Experience with utility fleet equipment, including aerial devices, digger derricks, cranes, and stringing equipment.
Experience in diesel, hydraulic, and chassis systems, and familiarity with Altec and Terex bucket trucks.
ASE certifications (Medium/Heavy Truck T-series).
DOT Qualified Brake Inspector qualification.
DOT Annual Inspector qualification.
OEM aerial device/digger derrick training, such as Altec or Terex.
OSHA 10-Hour Construction training.
CPR/First Aid certification.
Welding certification.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and repair diesel and gasoline engines, including fuel, cooling, air intake, and aftertreatment systems, using OEM diagnostic software and scan tools.
Troubleshoot and repair hydraulic systems, including pumps, valves, cylinders, hoses, rotation and outrigger systems, and PTO units on aerial devices and digger derricks.
Repair 12/24-volt electrical systems, wiring harnesses, lighting, and electronic controls, including boom and auger control systems.
Repair and maintain air and hydraulic brakes, steering, suspension, driveline, and transmission components.
Repair line construction equipment, including bucket trucks, digger derricks, cranes, pullers and tensioners, reel and wire trailers, pole trailers, tracked and all-terrain carriers, backyard machines, mini-excavators, skid steers, compressors, and generators.
Perform basic welding and fabrication, including MIG, stick, and oxy-acetylene cutting, for bracket, bed, and component repairs within manufacturer and company guidelines.
Perform preventive maintenance and periodic inspections according to OEM schedules and company PM intervals, and document work in the fleet maintenance system.
Inspect aerial devices and digger derricks according to ANSI/SAIA A92.2 and ANSI A10.31, and coordinate scheduled dielectric testing with qualified vendors.
Support crane inspection programs consistent with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 Subpart CC and coordinate annual inspections with qualified third-party inspectors.
Perform DOT annual vehicle inspections under 49 CFR Part 396 when qualified under §396.19, and correct defects identified on Driver Vehicle Inspection Reports.
Remove unsafe vehicles and equipment from service using company lockout/tagout and out-of-service procedures, and communicate equipment status to supervisors and crews.
Travel to job sites, laydown yards, and rights-of-way for roadside and on-site repairs, including in remote areas and adverse weather.
Deploy with crews for emergency storm restoration, potentially involving extended work hours, overnight travel, and multi-week mobilizations.
Observe energized-line minimum approach distances and job-site safety requirements under OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269 and 1926 Subpart V, and participate in daily job briefings and tailboards at job sites.
Complete work orders, inspection records, labor-hour entries, and parts usage records in the fleet management system.
Identify, order, and track parts; maintain mobile service truck inventory, tools, and equipment in safe working condition.
Document warranty repairs and coordinate with OEM dealers and outside vendors as directed.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe shop and service truck; properly handle and dispose of fluids, filters, batteries, and hazardous materials in accordance with environmental regulations.
Perform other related duties as assigned.