Mechanic Technician

Position Summary
The Mechanic Technician plays a crucial role in diagnosing, repairing, recording, and maintaining the cooperative fleet and machinery. This role utilizes tools to identify issues and performs inspections to ensure the fleet meets standards and regulations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Repair and Maintenance

• Schedule maintenance for all cooperative fleet.

• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as oil changes, tire rotations, and fluid checks.

• Perform repairs on engines, brakes, transmissions, and other components.

• Replace or repair faulty parts and components.

Diagnostic and Inspection

• Use diagnostic tools and equipment to identify mechanical, electrical, and other issues in vehicles.

• Conduct thorough inspections to pinpoint problems.

• Conduct safety inspections to ensure vehicles meet regulatory standards.

• Identify and report any potential safety hazards.

Record-Keeping

• Maintain accurate records of repairs, maintenance, and inspections.

• Document parts used, labor hours, and diagnostic findings.

Other Related Duties

• Coordinate with other mechanics and automotive professionals to troubleshoot complex issues.

• Recommend improvements that can be made in practices, methods, processes, and procedures within the area of this job responsibility.

• Will properly use and keep in good condition all tools and equipment used.

• Attend safety meetings.

• Perform all other duties as assigned or directed.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• Three (3) years of experience in a mechanic role.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of machines and tools, including their uses, repair, and maintenance.

• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic principles and systems.

• Knowledge of Electric Vehicles.

• Knowledge of Department of Transportation (DOT) rules and regulations.

• Skill in fixing minor vehicle body damage.

• Skill in fabrication for reading and using tape measure, chop saw, and welding.

• Skill in repairing and troubleshooting to identify issues and develop resolutions.

• Skill in equipment maintenance to determine when and what kind of maintenance is needed.

• Skill in analyzing complex mechanical problems, evaluating options, and implementing solutions.

• Skill in equipment selection for determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to perform a job.

• Skill in verbal and written communication.

• Skill in time management, organization, and attention to detail.

• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals.

• Ability to use various tools and equipment relevant to the area of this job responsibility.

• Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical issues efficiently.

• Ability to communicate in both oral and written form to work with internal- employees, management, and departments; external- members, customers, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders.

• Ability to understand and interpret Craighead Electric policies, procedures, and programs to effectively carry out job duties.

• Ability to observe all safety rules and regulations as required including but not limited to Craighead Electric, Arkansas Public Service Commission, and Equipment and Chemical Manufacturers.

Special Requirements

• Must have a valid Driver's License.

• Ability to obtain an Arkansas Commerical Driver's License within 6 months of employment.

• Will be subject to 24-hour call out.

• Must be able to travel.

Working Conditions and Mental or Physical Requirements
Work environment is usually varied to be indoor and outdoor, occasionally in confined spaces, and in all types of weather. Exposures encountered consist of hazardous materials and equipment, vibrations, and loud noises. Physical demands include standing, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, gross and fine manipulation, arm and leg controls, driving, reaching, bending, and stooping. Frequently requires the ability to lift and carry objects up to 75 pounds; push or pull forces up to 100 pounds; hoist weights up to 50 pounds from ground to waist level.

Job Description Acknowledgement

Must be able to perform the essential elements of Mechanic Technician competently, following a training period not to exceed six (6) months. Must possess personal characteristics that will make employee a productive work team member, including high integrity, good personal habits, and regular attendance at work. Should be friendly and able to meet people easily and adjust to different personalities. Should be able to gain and maintain respect of others, both inside and outside of the organization. Must be reliable and dependable and to help create, foster, and maintain a good work environment with all co-workers.

This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive; an employee will also perform other reasonably related job responsibilities as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required. This organization reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Management reserves the right to change position descriptions, job duties, or working schedules based on their duty to accommodate individuals with disabilities.