Diesel Mechanic

Job Summary: This is skilled labor that involves the application of automotive mechanics knowledge related to the inspection, maintenance and repair of vehicles and special equipment installed in said units, including hydraulic systems. Receive instructions from the supervisor, who reviews the work to make sure it conforms to established regulations and procedures.

Job Description:

Repair, remove and install fuel pumps, including disassembling, cleaning, checking parts for wear or damage, replacing parts, and assembling or replacing said components.

Repair automatic and standard transmissions such as: cleaning, disassembly, inspection of parts to determine damage or wear, replacement or repair of parts, assembly and adjustments and connections of the same.

Repair shafts and differentials such as: adjustment of nuts, rivets of sprockets, drive shafts, replacement of ball, tapering and satellite boxes, and hydraulic auxiliary steering systems

Repair and adjust special equipment, such as: ground drillers, hydraulic cranes, rotation ladders, hydraulic baskets, bucket trucks, digger derricks, and similar equipment.

Examine and repair automatic and standard transmissions.

Test and repair vehicle electrical components, such as: generators, alternators, voltage regulators, starters, electric horns, windshield wiper motors, and other electrical components, by using voltage and amperage testing equipment and appropriate tools.

Cut around generator and starter electrical switches.

Turn and grind engine cylinders to precise sizes and adjust the pistons for each cylinder.

Turn drums and grind brake cylinders when necessary.

Install special equipment in trucks using electrical and autogenous welding equipment and tools such as: forges, anvils, chop blocks, chisels, sledgehammers and other similar tools.

Fill out the inspection sheets for vehicles according to the maintenance program.

Drive heavy duty vehicles to perform duties or to be repaired in another workshop, such as, a tow truck to tow vehicles and other mechanical equipment.

Inspect the assigned vehicle before departure, make minor repairs in cases of unforeseen situations, such as: changing tires and inform the supervisor about defects or damage you have observed in the vehicle such as lack of horn, lights, spare tire and plates; loose brakes and worn tires.

Inspect, maintain, and repair vehicles and special equipment installed in said units, including hydraulic and aerial equipment.

Inspect and repair brakes, shock absorbers, springs, universal joints, front axle, cooling systems and so forth.

Delegate, direct, and verify the work of three to five employees

Experience with basic Microsoft Office programs, and ability to use a FMIS Fleet Management Information System to input and research maintenance history information as needed Good Welding and Fabricating skills.

Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints.

Follow all policies and procedures.

Perform major storm restoration work and associated tasks as assigned.

Self-starter and detail oriented. Other duties as assigned.

Additional Job Description:

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Experience

Exam Requirements (passed the following exam required for this class):

General Skills

Defensive Diving DOT

Medical Examination 3 years of experience in the tasks performed as an Automotive Mechanic

License/Certifications

Have a CDL Class A or Heavy Class 8- 9 license to drive heavy vehicles.

Hold a Automotive Technician in Mechanics of Heavy Equipment and Trucks license issued by the Puerto Rico Examining Board of Automotive Mechanics and Technicians.

Clean Driving Record

ASE Certification (T-Series 1-8) is preferred.

Travel Requirements

20%

Physical Demands

Stationary Position: Frequently

Pushing/ Pulling/ Reaching: Constantly

Climb: Constantly

Kneel: Constantly

Grab: Constantly

Bend: Constantly

Lift/ Carry over: 31-50 LBS

Vision: Vision acuity to operate vehicle

Hearing: Understanding sounds required for operating vehicle

Working Conditions

Wet or humid: Constantly

Working near or on moving mechanical parts: Constantly

Working near or on heavy machinery: Constantly

Working in high places: N/A

Exposed to fumes or airborne particles: Seldom

Exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals: Seldom

Frequency of working in outdoor weather conditions: Seldom

Work with electricity: N/A

Work with explosives: N/A

Work on or near a source of radiation: N/A

Loud Noise conditions (above 87 db.): Frequently

Other environmental factors including weather conditions:

Other:

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