Shop Mechanic - Fleet

Pike Corporation; Troutville (VA); On-site; USD 83,097,000 - 100,289,000; Full time

Job summary

Pike Corporation is seeking a Shop Mechanic to support equipment maintenance across multiple locations. The role may require travel to other states depending on customer demands.

Hourly compensation ranges from $29.00 to $35.00, with potential for overtime. Candidates should have 1–5 years of experience, a CDL, and own tools. The position involves field work, safety compliance, and hands-on mechanical repairs.

Qualifications

• Must have 1–5 years of experience.
• Must have or be able to obtain a CDL.
• Must have own general tools.
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs or more.
• Willing to learn hydraulics, diesel/gas engines, chassis and suspension, welding/metal fabrication, and small tool repair.
• Must be able to use a computer for diagnostics, inventory management, and work orders.
• Certifications such as ASE, Ford/International, Altec/Telelect, hydraulic maintenance, or utility/construction experience are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop equipment in cities and states within the region.
• Understand mechanics of equipment from cranes to chainsaws.
• Work safely while repairing or maintaining in garage and field.
• Troubleshoot equipment repair, maintenance, and deployment in various locales.
• Work around energized high voltage systems with safety awareness.
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment and tools in good order.

Skills

CDL

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Customer focus

Hydraulics

Diesel engines

Welding

Chassis suspension

Tool repair

Diagnostics

Work orders

Tools

Diagnostics software

Inventory management system

Work order system

Job description

Position Summary

The Shop Mechanic position works at various locations. The position may also be required to travel to another state depending on customer demands.

The compensation range for this position is between $29.00 - $35.00 per hour.

Essential Functions

• Manage development of equipment in cities and states within region.
• Knowledge of the mechanics of equipment ranging from as large as a crane to as small as a chain saw.
• Work safely while performing repairs or maintenance in a garage and in the field in various weather conditions.
• Troubleshooting in various localities regarding equipment repair, maintenance and deployment.
• Frequently work around energized high voltage systems requiring skill and care to protect the lives of themselves and others while performing job.
• Maintains company vehicles, equipment and tools in good working order.

Minimum Requirements

• Able to perform rigorous physical labor.
• Requires 1-5 years of experience.
• Must have or able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Must have own general tools.
• Must be able to learn or perform work in the following disciplines:
  • Hydraulics
  • Diesel/gas engine – automatic
  • Chassis and suspension
  • Welding/metal fabrication
  • Small tool repair
• Must know or be able to learn how to use a computer for:
  • Diagnostics
  • Equipment Inventory management
  • Work Orders
• Certifications of Experiences in any of the following a plus:
  • ASE certification
  • Ford or international certifications
  • Altec/Telelect
  • Hydraulic maintenance
  • Utility or construction jobs
• Able to work for extended periods throughout various locations, when required.
• Able to lift in excess of 50 lbs.
• Willing to work over-time when requested.

Competencies

• Self-Motivated
• Team-Oriented
• Customer Oriented
• Must be able to follow Company safety rules and all other Company policies.

Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Females/Veterans/Disabled

VA Approved Apprenticeship Program – GI Bill Benefits Available to Eligible Veterans

Pike is a Non-union Company

About Us

Founded in 1945, Pike is a leading provider of construction, repair and engineering services for electric and gas utilities, as well as telecommunications companies with a growing portfolio of turnkey renewable projects. We work with hundreds of utility clients across the country, and we continuously expand our offerings to supply our customers with the ideas, technology, experience, manpower and equipment to perform any job.

“Essential” is the one word that sums up who we are, the work we do and what our people mean to us. Each of our employees plays a critical role in ensuring that infrastructure systems are up and running when people and businesses need them.

Pike is a family-oriented workplace with a strong culture of safety, collaboration, innovation and exceptional customer service.

About The Team

Electric

We work with utilities across the country to solve our nation’s energy infrastructure challenges, from designing new transmission and distribution systems, upgrading and managing installation of the latest smart meter technologies, and integrating renewable energy sources onto the grid.