Mechanic Helper

Historic Tours of America; Key West (FL); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Health and wellness plans

Paid vacation

401K with company matching

Discounts at attractions

Free admission to company attractions

Job summary

Historic Tours of America in Key West seeks a maintenance technician to support the fleet responsible for Old Town Trolley tours. You’ll perform routine maintenance, assist mechanics, and ensure vehicles and equipment are fueled, parked, and kept in safe condition.

The role requires basic math and the ability to work independently or with a team within company rules. A strong mechanical background is helpful, and you will supply your own hand tools.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates self-motivation and ability to work independently and with others within rules.
• Able to drive a 27–42 ft vehicle on company property.
• Able to determine which tool/equipment is needed for a job.
• Able to monitor gauges/dials to ensure equipment runs correctly.
• Basic math skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine maintenance such as oil changes, battery checks, and lubrication.
• Assist mechanics with repairs.
• Fuel, park, and operate 27–42 ft vehicles on company property only.
• Repair and/or install tires.
• Maintain a safe working environment and store tools properly.

Skills

Self-motivation

Teamwork

Basic math

Tool selection

gauges monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Mechanical background helpful

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

JOIN OUR OLD TOWN TROLLEY TOURS OF KEY WEST FAMILY!!

This position ensures that the image of our company is reflected in appearance and condition of our equipment and facilities. You are to maintain the company’s high standards of safety.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive pay and paid training: $18 per hour
• All FT Employees are eligible for paid vacation time, as well as company sponsored health and wellness plans
• All FT, PT and Seasonal employees are eligible for: paid sick time, 401K plan with company matching*, fun and upbeat work environment with various award and recognition celebrations throughout the year, First Stop Health - 24 hr. access to doctor by phone or computer for employee and their dependents (Employer pays 100%), discounts in retail stores, and free admission to all company attractions

Operating tours, attractions and retail in Boston, Charleston, Key West, Nashville, San Antonio, San Diego, St. Augustine, Savannah, and Washington, DC since 1980!

Essential Functions

• Perform routine, preventative maintenance such as change oil, check batteries, and lubricate equipment and machinery.
• Assist mechanics with repairs.
• Follow procedures to fuel and park CDL required vehicles. Drive, fuel and park on company property only.
• Repair and/or install tires.
• Maintain a safe working environment, place unused tools and equipment in designated areas.

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• High degrees of self-motivation and the ability to work independently and as a team member within the scope of established rules and regulations.
• Ability to drive in a safe, competent manner a vehicle that is 27 feet to 42 feet in length on company property only.
• Ability to determine the type of tool and equipment needed to do a job.
• Ability to watch gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Must have basic math skills.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent preferred
• Mechanical background helpful.

Other Requirements

• Must pass pre-employment MVR/background check and substance abuse testing.
• Valid FL Driver’s License with acceptable driving record for the past three years.
• Must supply own hand tools and toolboxes.