Vehicle Maintenance Technician

Frontier Communications Corporation; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Frontier Communications Corporation in Santa Maria, CA is seeking a Vehicle Maintenance Technician to perform maintenance and repair of internal combustion engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical systems, and hydraulic systems on company vehicles. The role requires a valid California CDL (unrestricted) and a Smog Check Mechanic's Certificate, with the B shift and potential weekend work.

You will maintain service records and overhaul various systems, supporting additional duties as needed by

Qualifications

• Valid California CDL may be required depending on vehicle type.
• Smog Check Mechanic's Certificate must be current.
• Color perception and the ability to distinguish audible tones are required.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance checks on fleet vehicles.
• Service or replace tires, batteries, lubricants, brakes and related components.
• Maintain automotive equipment service records accurately.
• Overhaul transmissions, differentials and hydraulic systems; starters, generators and alternators.
• May be required to perform additional duties as assigned by the Company.

Skills

Color differentiation

Audible tones distinction

Vehicle maintenance knowledge

Education

California CDL (unrestricted)

Smog Check Mechanic's Certificate

Job description

Vehicle Maintenance Technician

Job ID: VEHIC014191

Job Title: Vehicle Maintenance Technician

Location: 1223 FAIRWAY DRIVE, SANTA MARIA, CA 93455

Union: CWA 9575 - CBA 004

Hiring Manager: Eric Romero

# of Openings: 1

Posting Dates: 7/31/26 - 8/13/26

Wage Range: $25.09 - $48.58 per hour

Summary

Perform maintenance and repair of internal combustion engines, derricks, transmissions, brake systems, electrical systems, including 12 volt DC, 110 and 220 volt AC, ignition and fuel systems, hydraulic systems, steering and running gear.

General Duties

• Perform preventative maintenance checks.
• Perform maintenance work, servicing, or replacing tires, batteries, lubricating chassis, brakes, oil, drive belts, hoses, etc.
• Maintain automotive equipment service records.
• Overhaul of transmissions, differentials, and hydraulic systems.
• Overhaul of starters, generators and alternators.
• May be required to perform additional duties and tasks as required by the Company.

Basic Qualifications

• Tests - Results obtained in standard tests for this position must meet minimum requirements established by the Company, in accordance with Company policy.
• May be required to attain a valid unrestricted California Commercial Driver's License, with any special certification needed (i.e., Special Construction Equipment Certificate, Radioactive Materials Certificate, Hazardous Materials/Waste Certificate, Tank Combination/Bulk Liquid Load Certificate), depending on the type of vehicle driven or load carried.
• Must possess a valid License Smog Check Mechanic's Certificate at the time of appointment. License must be kept current.*
• This is primarily a "B" shift job.
• Must possess the ability to perceive difference in colors.
• Must possess the ability to distinguish audible tones/levels.

Additional Information

• May be required to work day, swing, or night shift. Normal workweek is Monday-Friday, however there may be an occasional need to work weekends.
• *PLEASE NOTE: Once effective, candidate will be given up to 180 days to obtain smog license.

We are deeply committed to attracting talented team members in the US from all backgrounds regardless of race, age, gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, disability status, or nationality. However, at this time, we are not sponsoring any Visas.

Frontier Communications is anAffirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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