Vehicle Maintenance (HD mechanic)
About The Position
In this role, you will conduct preventative maintenance inspections and conduct repairs in accordance with the equipment manufacturer’s specifications. You will troubleshoot and follow guidelines and standards on all of our equipment. Repairs and maintenance of our Snowcat fleet is the highest priority of the position. Other equipment includes trucks, snowmobiles, ATVs, and heavy equipment. You will provide our equipment operators with a safe and efficiently operating vehicle at a responsible cost. You must have knowledge and expertise in the following areas: hydraulics, electrical, electrical over hydraulics, gas and diesel engine systems, drive train, welding, fuel systems, air systems, and schematic drawings.
Requirements
- Knowledge and expertise in hydraulics, electrical, electrical over hydraulics, gas and diesel engine systems, drive train, welding, fuel systems, air systems, and schematic drawings.
- Ability to read and interpret hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic system schematics.
- Proficient ability to troubleshoot and work with and repair electrical systems, hydrostatic drive systems, hydraulic systems, and light truck equipment.
- Ability to operate all types of equipment.
- Possess a valid Driver’s License.
- Must have own tools to perform major PMI's and repairs on fleet.
- Ability to work outside in all weather conditions.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks at once.
- Accurate verbal and written communication skills.
- Understanding and ability to read and write the English language.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Nice To Haves
- 2 years’ experience maintaining and repairing snowcats within the ski industry.
- 5 years’ experience working on heavy duty machinery.
- Automotive experience.
- Small engine experience.
Responsibilities
- Conduct preventative maintenance inspections and repairs in accordance with equipment manufacturer’s specifications.
- Troubleshoot and follow guidelines and standards on all equipment.
- Prioritize repairs and maintenance of the Snowcat fleet.
- Repair and maintain trucks, snowmobiles, ATVs, and heavy equipment.
- Provide equipment operators with safe and efficiently operating vehicles at a responsible cost.
- Read and interpret hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic system schematics.
- Troubleshoot and repair electrical systems, hydrostatic drive systems, hydraulic systems, and light truck equipment.
- Communicate and work effectively with co-workers and all other departments.
- Operate all fleet vehicles to evaluate the results of previously performed maintenance.
- Maintain accurate and precise record keeping, including maintenance logs and daily labor activities.
- Consult manuals, trade publications, trade associations, vendors, fellow employees, and outside schools and training programs to stay updated in new maintenance technologies.
- Follow safety regulations and handling regulations as put forth in the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for regulated substances.
- Maintain cleanliness of the work area to provide a safe environment.
- Perform welding, manage fuel inventory, lube supplies/hazardous materials, general shop equipment maintenance, and hydraulics.
- Perform minor welding/fabrication using machine shop tools.
- Run the day-to-day operations of the shop as required.
- Perform other duties assigned by the Operations Manager.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
