Heavy Vehicle Mechanic

Certarus Ltd.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits

Retirement plans

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Certarus is seeking a Heavy Vehicle Mechanic to perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on our fleet of trucks and trailers. You will report to the Regional Operations Manager and help maintain inventory, schedules, and shop efficiency.

The ideal candidate has 3–5 years of diesel experience, ASE certification, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Travel within the region may be required; safety and reliability are paramount.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of diesel mechanic experience with heavy vehicles.
• ASE Diesel certification in diesel engines and electrical systems (T2/T6 asset).
• Associates of Applied Science in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose problems with heavy duty vehicles and schedule repairs.
• Perform minor and major repairs on trucks and trailers.
• Perform regular diagnostic tests on trucks.
• Conduct Commercial Vehicle Inspections and quarterly inspections.
• Maintain inventory and parts. Update preventive maintenance schedules.
• Operate a pallet jack or forklift.
• Ensure safe, efficient shop operations and assist the Regional Manager as needed.

Skills

Diesel mechanics

Safety minded

Team player

MS 365

CMMS systems

Education

ASE Diesel certification

Associates of Applied Science in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance

Tools

MS 365

CMMS

Job description

Certarus is the North American leader in providing low carbon energy solutions through a fully integrated compressed natural gas (CNG), renewable natural gas (RNG), and hydrogen platform. The company safely delivers clean-burning fuels to remote communities and industrial customers not connected to a pipeline.

By displacing more carbon-intensive fuels, Certarus is leading the energy transition and helping customers lower operating costs and improve environmental performance. With the largest fleet of specialty trailers in the world, the company is uniquely positioned to meet the growing demand for low and zero-emission fuel distribution.

Summary:

The Heavy Vehicle Mechanic will be responsible for maintenance and repair of our trucks and trailers. This position will report directly to the Regional Operations Manager The Mechanic’s responsibilities will also include keeping inventory, conduct diagnostic tests, assist technicians, as well as any other shop related tasks.

Schedule:

• Daily reporting to the Wallisville, TX Hub with service calls into the field via a company provided vehicle
• This position provides a set shift schedule that allows you to get home at the end of each shift
• A potential to travel outside of the assigned region is possible. Regional travel between Certarus hubs

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Diagnose problems with heavy duty vehicles and schedule repairs
• Perform minor and major repairs on trucks and trailers
• Perform regular diagnostic tests on trucks
• Commercial Vehicle Inspections as well as quarterly inspections
• Keep equipment available for use by completing preventive maintenance schedules, installing component and part upgrades
• Operate a pallet jack or forklift
• Maintain parts inventory, and company vehicle
• Perform other miscellaneous tasks as assigned by the Regional Manager or Supervisor

Requirements:

• The best suited candidate will have a minimum of 3-5 years of diesel mechanic experience with heavy vehicles
• ASE Diesel certification in both diesel engines and electrical systems, with T2 and T6 focus areas considered an asset
• Associates of Applied Science in Heavy Vehicle Maintenance is considered an asset
• Ability to diagnose and repair engines, electrical systems, and brake components
• Excellent organizational and technical communication skills, interpersonal skills, and an ability to influence and to deal tactfully with a wide range of personalities
• Exceptional work ethic with a positive, analytical, and safe work attitude
• Basic skills in the use of computer-based programs such as MS 365, and CMMS systems
• Must be a safety minded, a self-starter, and a team player
• Clean Motor Vehicle Record(s) (MVR & PSP) with no suspensions
• Candidates must be able to pass a thorough criminal background check, Fit-for-Duty, and D&A screen to be considered for employment

Certarus embracesdiversityandequalopportunity in the way it impacts our continuous business success. As aCore Valueof ourWinning Team,we believe in surrounding ourselves with passionate and talented people, and consider all experiences, backgrounds, qualifications, and merits to create stronger teams with adiverseandinclusiveculture. Certarus is and will remain an equal opportunity employer.

Certarus offers a competitive compensation package, including benefits and retirement plans. Above all, we offer unlimited career advancement opportunities with a dynamic, rapidly growing organization.

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