Auto Mechanic - 2nd Shift

National Grid plc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

Union benefits

Pension plan

Medical insurance

Job summary

National Grid seeks an Automotive and Equipment Mechanic for our Brooklyn Fleet Services Department. Second shift: Tue–Fri 3pm–11:30pm, Sat 6am–2:30pm.

You will diagnose, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on gasoline, diesel, and CNG fleet vehicles and equipment, from cars to heavy machinery, following manufacturer specs and NYS rules.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or GED with automotive vocational training or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years experience as a maintenance technician; ASE certification is a plus.
• Able to diagnose and repair diesel, fuel injection, electronic ignition, power hydraulics, CNG, OBDII, and engine controls.
• Must be able to obtain a commercial driver’s license.
• Ability to obtain tank, hazardous materials and tow truck endorsements within 180 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic, repair, and preventive maintenance on fleet vehicles and equipment per manufacturer specs.
• Repair a range of vehicles from cars to heavy equipment, including aerial and digger derrick trucks.
• Conduct NYS inspections: emissions, safety, heavy duty and NYVIP.
• Operate garage tools, lifts, hoists, and jacking equipment safely.
• Identify and obtain replacement parts to complete repairs.

Skills

Automotive diagnostics

Diesel engines

Electrical systems

Safety compliance

Equipment maintenance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Automotive vocational training

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Lifts/Hoists

Wheel balancer

Brake lathe

Hand tools

Job description

Experience the personal challenge of working for a world class organization and leader in the utilities and energy industry as an Automotive and Equipment Mechanic in our Fleet Services Department in Brooklyn, New York.
This is a second shift position: Tuesday-Friday 3pm-11:30pm, Saturday 6am - 2:30 pm

Key Accountabilities

Our Fleet Department has openings for experienced automotive and/or equipment mechanics with a strong knowledge of the following automotive skills:

• Perform diagnostic, repair, and preventative maintenance on gasoline / diesel / CNG or other alternative fueled company fleet vehicles including cars, trucks, construction equipment, including, auxiliary components in accordance with manufacturer s specifications.
• Able to perform all type repairs to a multitude of motor operated vehicles and equipment, such as cars, light duty trucks, medium duty trucks, aerial trucks, man lifting trucks, digger derrick trucks and various of tracked or wheeled earth moving and digging equipment.
• Conduct New York State Motor vehicle inspections such as: emissions, safety, heavy duty and NYVIP inspections.
• Knowledgeable in the safe operation of all garage tools, diagnostic equipment, lifts, hoists and jacking equipment.
• Identify and obtain necessary replacement parts as needed to execute repairs.
• Adhere to manufacturers warranty policies and procedures.
• Shall be consistently capable of independently analyzing and safely resoling problems related to overall fleet maintenance.
• Applicants will be required to take the company administered Field Assessment test, obtaining a passing grade before being considered for this role.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have a high school degree or GED plus automotive vocational training or equivalent.
• Minimum of five years experience as a maintenance technician, ASE certified is a plus.
• Must have the ability to diagnose and correct all vehicle systems, including but not limited to: diesel, fuel injection, electronic ignition, power hydraulic systems, ABC, CNG, OBDII, electronic engine controls, etc.
• Candidates must be able to obtain a commercial driver's license
• Must be capable of obtaining tank, hazardous material and tow truck endorsement within 180 days.
• Ability to satisfactorily perform record keeping, electronic or hand written related to fleet maintenance.
• Must be physically capable of working areas above, below, in and around vehicles and safely operate associated machinery and tools, including but not limited to power tools, wheel balancer, brake lather, vehicles, hoisting equipment, several power operated wheeled and tracked vehicles and equipment.
• Must be reliable, neat in appearance, exhibit pride in workmanship, physically fit, willing and able to work extra/irregular hours including shifts, special assignment, and storm conditions while being alert and observing hazards and avoid accidents.
• Shall have demonstrated the ability and desire to learn and thoroughly understand new equipment and operating methods presented to the department as technology evolves

Notes: In addition to possessing the qualifications for this vacancy, employees selected will be expected to work overtime in accordance with departmental requirements and to participate in the Company's Emergency Restoration Program as may be required.

More Information

Location: Canarsie - Brooklyn, NY
Pay Rate: $50.52 per hour
National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Please be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to federal Drug & Alcohol safety regulations governing US Department of Transportation ("DOT") covered positions, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA). As such, the Company’s testing programs and policies regarding the use of federally prohibited drugs or alcohol, for recreational or medical purposes, will remain in effect for these safety-sensitive, DOT covered positions.

Many of the terms and conditions of employment for this position are defined by a collective bargaining agreement that the Company has with a local union. Newly hired employees are bound by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement as well as other agreements between the Company and the local union.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144 .

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.

National Grid operates in both the UK and US, with a broad portfolio of energy businesses dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and sustainable power.

From electricity and gas transmission to advancing clean energy and modernising grids, our work covers every aspect of the energy system.

Our energy flows through absolutely everything we do

Life here at National Grid is more than just our purpose or our values, it’s everything we put into everything we do. It’s our commitment to diversity and inclusion; how we help our employees learn and grow; and how we partner with and support the communities where we live and work. It’s all this, and so much more.

We leverage our collective strengths to do meaningful BIG work so that we can be at the heart of a fair and affordable energy future.

Your salary is reviewed each year against the market for your role, skills, knowledge and experience.

Incentive

Annual performance plan or bonus (depending on your role) rewards your contribution to our success each year.

Retirement

Generous pension plan with company contributions up to 12%.

Private medical insurance for self and family.