Mechanic Tech I

Mechanic Technician I

Department: Maintenance

Reports to: Maintenance Supervisor

Status: Non-Exempt

I. Job Purpose/Objective:

Up to $32.27/ Hr

This position is responsible for ensuring the safe working condition of all Roberts’ vehicles by performing unsupervised repairs and maintenance of all company vehicles under the direction of the Maintenance Manager.

II. Essential Job Functions:

• Perform diagnosis and corrective action of reported mechanical discrepancies of minor and major repair
• Train and supervise underclass technicians (i.e Mechanic Tech II, Mechanic Helper)
• Perform routine repairs and preventative maintenance
• Coordinate job assignments based on technical abilities
• Generate written work orders on a daily basis to account for tasks and accomplishments performed
• Perform general housekeeping of shop area
• Perform other related duties as assigned or requested

III. Essential Skills (Minimum qualifications individual must possess when entering position) – i.e. skillsets, education, certifications, etc.:

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Must have a minimum of five (5) years of work-related experience as a Mechanic II; and/or training (e.g. technical/trade school preferred); or equivalent combination of education and experience)

• Able to calculate math functions such as addition, subtraction and division

• Must be able to speak, read and write in English

• Minimum five (5) ASE certificates (e.g. Brakes, Suspension & Steering, Engines, Power-train (drive-line), Air Conditioning, Transmission, Engine Diagnosis, etc.) or Hawaii State Mechanic License

• Must have minimum Type 3 License with a current valid traffic abstract

• Must own hand tools

• Must be able to work flexible schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays

• Operational knowledge of basic hand tools required

• Operational knowledge of basic shop equipment (e.g. vise, press, floor jacks, etc.) required

• Recognize problems and respond, systematically gather information, sort through complex issues, seek input from others, address root cause of issues, make timely decisions, can make difficult decisions, use consensus when possible, communicate decisions to others

• Meet commitments, work independently, accept accountability, handle change, set personal standards, stay focused under pressure, meet attendance/punctuality requirements

• Understand duties and responsibilities, has necessary job knowledge, has necessary technical skills, understand company mission/values, keep job knowledge current, is in command of critical issues

• Keep information organized and accessible, maintain clean/functional work space, work systematically/efficiently, manage time well

• Develop realistic plans, set goals, align plans with company goals, plan for and manage resources, create contingency plans, coordinate/cooperate with others

• Meet all team deadlines and responsibilities, listen to others and value opinions, help team leader to meet goals, welcome newcomers and promote a team atmosphere

IV. Working Conditions/Job Environment:

• Medium to heavy work: Exerting up to 70 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods of time
• Must have good manual dexterity which involves frequent bending, stooping, overhead reaching, kneeling, squatting and other physical demands
• Must be able to work in a repair shop environment where loud noises, exhaust fumes and chemicals are commonly present
• Must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly
• Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and make fine discriminations in sound judgment
• Must have visual acuity to perform an activity such as, but not limited to, operating machines such as lathes, drill presses, power saws and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm’s reach; performing mechanical or skilled trade’s tasks of a non-repetitive nature such as mechanics, etc.
• Subject to hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical currents, working on scaffolding and high places, high heat and/or chemical exposure
• Subject to atmospheric conditions: One or more of the following that affect the respiratory system or the skin such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases or poor ventilation
• Subject to oils: There is air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids
• Some remote work may be necessary

The information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification.  It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory, or all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job.  Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description.  Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

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