Sr Diesel Technician - Miami

Florida Power & Light; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida Power & Light Company seeks a Senior Diesel Technician for our Miami service center. You will ensure safe, reliable vehicles and equipment across customer segments, diagnosing complex issues in electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems, with a focus on precise repairs and continuous improvement.

The role requires an active ASE Master Certification in Medium/Heavy Duty Truck and a Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement (or commitment to obtain within 12 months).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5+ years of diesel technician experience.
• Active ASE Master Certification in Medium/Heavy Duty.
• Valid Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement or ability to obtain within 12 months.
• Valid Driver's License (Non CDL).

Responsibilities

• Adhere to safe working practices and company policies.
• Diagnose faults and perform repairs using diagnostic equipment.
• Maintain and repair vehicles and equipment to ensure reliability.
• Read and interpret operating manuals, blueprints, and drawings.
• Inspect parts for wear using precision tools and gauges.
• Order and track parts through the FA system.
• Communicate with vendors and customers on status and needs.
• Apply analytical reasoning to select optimal repair approaches.

Skills

Diagnostic skills

Electrical systems

Mechanical skills

Safety practices

Education

ASE Master Certification (Medium/Heavy Duty)

Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement

Tools

Engine diagnostic equipment

Job description

Requisition ID: 96543

Florida Power & Light Company is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation’s most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we’re redefining what’s possible in energy. Want to be part of something powerful? Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy.

Position Specific Description

Our Fleet Services Department is looking for a Sr Diesel Technician to join their team at our Richmond Service Center in Miami, FL. The Senior Diesel Technician provides safe and reliable vehicles and equipment to all customer segments while maintaining a technical focus for solutions to complex problems including but not limited to electrical, mechanical, fluid powering or hybrid applications. To be considered for this role, the selected candidate must possess an active ASE Master Certification in Medium Duty/Heavy Duty Truck.

Job Overview

Employees in this role provide safe and reliable vehicles and equipment to all customer segments while maintaining a technical focus for solutions to complex problems including but not limited to electrical, mechanical, fluid powering or hybrid applications. At times this position will assist in monitoring and assessing performance of other technicians and groups to make improvements or take corrective actions. Employees in this job follow processes and procedures to achieve desired results while utilizing interdependence/collaboration with work group to ensure maximum potentials.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Communicates and demonstrates safe working practices
• Analyzes faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices
• Performs maintenance and repairs to vehicles and equipment
• Understands operating manuals, blueprints and technical drawings
• Examines parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges
• Orders general use parts through the internet and ensures all parts are correctly charged out in FA system
• Communicates indirectly with vendors to test products and technical services
• Communicates with customers on vehicle and equipment status
• Applies logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
• Ability to meet attendance and storm duty requirements
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• High School Grad/GED
• Experience: 5+ years
• Valid Driver’s License (Non CDL)
• Current Medium Duty/Heavy Duty Truck ASE Master Certification
• Valid Class A CDL with Tanker “N” Endorsement or must attain within 12 months of employment

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree or certification from an accredited university within a related field (e.g. Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology)
• Mobile Crane Inspector Certification
• FS Fluid Power Mobile Hydraulic Mechanic Certification
• Automotive Air Conditioning Certification

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members.

Employee Group: Non Exempt

Employee Type: Full Time

Job Category: Technicians

Organization: Florida Power & Light Company

Relocation Provided: No

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