Mobile Fleet Mechanic

Opterra Solutions, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Opterra Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Mechanic to maintain and repair company equipment and vehicles. The role may occur in a shop, yard, or at customer sites, with field work and occasional roadside duties.

The position requires strong mechanical repair skills, ability to diagnose and repair diverse equipment, and reading manuals/schematics. Welding/fabrication skills are plus; valid driver license preferred.

Qualifications

• Vocational/technical school diploma or certificate, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A valid driver's license, good driving record, and the ability to drive company vehicles.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DOT medical card.
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively via verbal, written, and digital methods.
• Able to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair equipment and/or vehicles issues using industry-standard methods.
• Ability to collect, track, and analyze many different data points.
• Extensive knowledge of all aspects of vehicle and equipment repair.
• Excellent mechanical repair skills.
• Proficient in metal working (welding, cutting, fabricating).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to read service and repair manuals and schematics.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines related to operational needs.
• Proficient with computer diagnostic equipment and software (PM software programs, Excel, Word, email, etc.)
• Must possess own basic tools.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate our five core values (Safety, Others, Integrity, Initiative, and Passion).
• Maintain on-road and off-road assets, which may include a company's fleet of cars, trucks, heavy equipment, semi-trucks/trailers, mowers, skid steers, excavators, other motor vehicles, and spray equipment.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical problems either visually or with computer diagnostic equipment.
• Repair or replace malfunctioning parts and systems such as brakes, belts, water pumps, and other mechanical parts.
• Plan and establish timetable to complete repairs and maintenance.
• Visit job sites for in-field repairs and inspections.
• Test drive vehicles to confirm safe and proper operation.
• Assist in custom builds and perform routine and preventative maintenance of various existing and new equipment including fabrication of specialized equipment using various tools such as saws, welders, grinders, drills, etc.
• Assist in the ordering and organization of parts and supplies.
• Adhere to safety procedures including conforming to all OSHA standards and properly using personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Recognize and report any hazardous conditions or behaviors and defective equipment.
• Operate company-vehicle safely.
• Confer with supervisors to make decisions.
• Participate in company meetings, trainings, and certification programs.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Communicate with management and technicians to schedule maintenance and report status of maintenance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid driver license

DOT medical card

Professional communication

diagnose & repair

read manuals & schematics

data analysis

heavy equipment repair

metal working & fabrication

computer diagnostic tools

tools ownership

Education

Vocational/technical school diploma or certificate

Job description

Opterra Solutions, Inc. is seeking a Mechanic to maintain and repair company equipment and vehicles. The role may occur in a shop, yard, or at customer sites, with field work and occasional roadside duties.

The position requires strong mechanical repair skills, ability to diagnose and repair diverse equipment, and reading manuals/schematics. Welding/fabrication skills are plus; valid driver license preferred.