Fleet Technician 2

MEMPHIS LIGHT GAS & WATER; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

MEMPHIS LIGHT GAS & WATER is seeking a Fleet Technician 2 responsible for maintenance/repair of division vehicles and heavy equipment in shop and field settings. You will perform diagnostics, preventive maintenance, and service calls to meet division needs.

The role requires an associate degree or completion of the Fleet Technician 1 Apprenticeship and a high school diploma, plus 4 years of relevant experience or 4 ASE certifications. Valid driver’s license required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Automotive Technology or related field and High School Diploma/GED OR Successfully completion of the MLGW Fleet Technician 1 Apprenticeship Program and High School Diploma/GED equivalent is required.
• 4 years of experience in diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of automotive vehicles, medium-duty trucks, or heavy equipment, OR 4 ASE certifications from the approved list: Automobile and Light Truck (A1-A9), Medium Heavy Truck (T1-T8), Transit Bus (H1-H8), Military Tactical Wheeled Vehicle (MIL1-MIL8), School Bus (S1-S8).

Responsibilities

• Construct, modify and/or alter equipment/vehicles to meet specific Division needs.
• Make service calls; determine type and nature of breakdown and repair in field, if possible.
• Perform minor welding and cutting.
• Check in new equipment; road or field test equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and city inspections on equipment/vehicles.
• Order, receive and pick up parts; maintain stock on truck.
• Prepare daily time sheets and work tickets.
• Adhere to all safety rules and practices.
• Keep abreast of technical advances in the maintenance/repair of transportation equipment/vehicles.
• Operate Division vehicle/radio.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Skills

Diagnostics

Repair

Maintenance

Automotive vehicles

Medium-duty trucks

Heavy equipment

Education

Associate degree in Automotive Technology or related field

High School Diploma/GED

Completion of MLGW Fleet Technician 1 Apprenticeship Program

Tools

ASE Certifications

Job description

MLGW is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. No information obtained in this application is intended to be used for such discrimination.

Fleet Technician 2 will perform technician maintenance/repair work on Division vehicles and heavy equipment in shop and/or field.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Construct, modify and/or alter equipment/vehicles to meet specific Division needs.
• Make service calls; determine type and nature of breakdown and repair in field, if possible.
• Perform minor welding and cutting.
• Check in new equipment; road or field test equipment.
• Perform preventive maintenance and city inspections on equipment/vehicles.
• Order, receive and pick up parts; maintain stock on truck.
• Prepare daily time sheets and work tickets.
• Adhere to all safety rules and practices.
• Keep abreast of technical advances in the maintenance/repair of transportation equipment/vehicles.
• Operate Division vehicle/radio.
• Perform other duties as directed.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

A valid driver's license from state of residence is required.

EDUCATION

Associate degree in Automotive Technology or a related field and High School Diploma/GED OR Successfully completion of the MLGW Fleet Technician 1 Apprenticeship Program and High School Diploma/GED equivalent is required.

EXPERIENCE

High School Diploma/GED equivalent and 4 years of experience in diagnostics, repair, and maintenance of automotive vehicles, medium-duty trucks, or heavy equipment, OR High School Diploma/GED and 4 ASE certifications from the approved list is required: Automobile and Light Truck (*A1-A9), Medium Heavy Truck (T1-T8), Transit Bus (H1-H8), Military Tactical Wheeled Vehicle (MIL1-MIL8), School Bus (S1-S8).

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Must successfully complete Placement/Performance Exercises. Physical Demands: Work inside and outside. Subject to hazards of operating machinery and irritation from oils, solvents, chemicals and fumes. Make service calls in the field. Subject to climbing, standing/walking for extended periods and working in uncomfortable positions. Requires heavy lifting/carrying up to 100lbs.