Junior Mechanic

JUNIOR FLEET MECHANIC - Part time

TITLE: JuniorFleet Mechanic Part time

DEPARTMENT:Maintenance

REPORTS TO:Fleet Manager / General Manager

MAJOR FUNCTION:Maintenance and repair of company vehicles and equipment.

Pay: $30-34 per hour

Hours- Approx 20-25 hours weekly

POSITION SUMMARY:

Keeps company vehicles, on-location equipment, and plant equipment mechanically sound and in effective, safe operating condition and appearance.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Functional

• Maintains company vehicles and ensures they are in good running condition.
• Maintains on-location equipment in good running condition.
• Maintains plant equipment and ensures it is in good running condition.
• Performs routine upkeep on vehicles.
• Assists in preventive maintenance program for all trucks and equipment.

Also, to include: Daily Maintenance checklists and monthly truck audits

• Troubleshoots mechanical problems; has ability to identify and repair them.
• Assists on-road staff when break-downs occur.
• Assists in coordination of outsourcing of repairs as needed.

· Provides training to drivers regarding truck and equipment-related processes and daily maintenance that is required to be performed by the driver.

Other

• Follows all applicable legislation and policies for safe operation of vehicle and equipment. Complies with ICBC and Motor Vehicle Branch and other applicable legislation.
• Meets corporate standards for attendance and timeliness.
• Maintains effective working relationships and acts in a manner most beneficial to the company.
• Reports status of repairs to Fleet Mechanic / Fleet Manager.

· Maintains accurate and current maintenance files on all vehicles and equipment, including cost information (through software if available).

Under the direction of the Fleet Mechanic / Fleet Manager:

• Ensures truck bodies maintain a good appearance
• Ensures economical ordering of equipment, tools and supplies
• Prepares reports, records and documentation as required or assigned
• Works with management, drivers and ICBC to ensure timely completion of repairs following vehicle accidents
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School completion or equivalent experience.
• Successful completion of the AST (Automotive Service Technician) Program.
• Minimum 2 years of vehicle maintenance and mechanical maintenance experience, including gasoline and preferably propane power systems.
• Experience with General Motors vehicles is beneficial.
• Basic computer skills including basic typing and using a web browser.
• BC driving license with acceptable driving record.

This position description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by this employee. The employee will be required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties upon the request of the supervisor.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This position is moderately physical. There is extensive walking, standing, stooping, and bending. Traveling to each location requires the safe operation of a vehicle. Ability to work with computer keyboard, monitor and mouse for extended periods of time. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds.

Job Type: Part time