Bandera Electric Cooperative
Heavy Fleet Mechanic
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Come join us at Bandera Electric Cooperative (BEC) and BEC Fiber, where we are lighting the grid to empower our members! Help us Reimagine Rural America! Bandera Electric Cooperative proudly distributes electricity to members across seven counties in Central Texas. The BEC Fiber division, began offering 100% fiber broadband in 2017 and currently provides fiber internet service to members and subscribers in eight counties in the Texas Hill Country. We offer Highly Competitive Wages and a Generous Benefit Package!! (no waiting period – benefits start on first day). Paid time off and ten paid holidays.
The Operations Team is looking for a Heavy Fleet Mechanic. The Heavy Fleet mechanic is responsible for the general maintenance and repair of all BEC vehicles, generators, and fuel pumps while also maintaining an on-site fuel station and performing DOT (Department of Transportation) inspections. The individual in this role will partner with outside vendors, including subcontractors and parts suppliers, to include fleet-related invoices and uploading files related to fleet assets.
Essential Job Duties
Make full use of all technical support resources, including operator, parts, vehicle diagnostic analyzer, and maintenance manuals, to troubleshooting, establishing procedures, and pinpoint necessary repair part
Interpret and understand blueprints, electrical and hydraulic schematics to diverse trucks, trailers and other equipment.
Proficient in the use of common hand tools, cordless power tools, torches, welders, and grinders.
Proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is a must
Perform proper lock-out/tag-out of equipment.
Perform tasks on various equipment types, encompassing truck-mounted hydraulic aerial platforms, digger derricks, and cranes
Find cost-efficient ways of making repairs to the fleet, including repairs on mowers, trailers, generators, and hydraulic systems
Maintain an on-site fuel station with minimal interruption or downtime
Maintain the cleanliness of the work area by regularly cleaning and organizing the shop
Ensure that necessary supplies and materials are readily available and stocked
Conduct Safety inspections on vehicles, equipment and mechanic shop.
Perform DOT (Department of Transportation) inspections on trucks and trailers, as required
Perform data entry and upload specific files related to fleet assets
Navigate through NISC (National Information Solutions Cooperative) module and Mitchell Pro, and Truck demand diagnosis databases
Work with outside vendors, including subcontractors and parts suppliers, while coordinating with our upfitter on specifications for new fleet arrivals
Respond to emergency roadside/field repairs
Data Entry and Administrative Tasks
Submitting requisitions to obtain a PO for approval on required parts and repairs
Ensuring other equipment records and maintenance plans such as mowers, trailers, generators, forklifts and hydraulic systems are maintained
Coordinate fleet service requests so that minimal downtime and impact to operators
Enter detailed analysis of repairs made for each job to include applicable costs from outside vendors
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge in managing fleet repairs and maintenance
Proficient in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and making repairs on vehicles, mowers, trailers, generators, and hydraulic systems
Knowledge, skill, and ability to prioritize fleet repairs to effectively and efficiently keep all fleet operations flowing with minimum downtime
Strong communication and coordination skills when working with outside vendors, including subcontractors and parts suppliers
Skill and ability to use the following: computers, diagnostic scanning tool, A/C recovery/refrigerant machine, multi-meter, torch, plasma cutter, and welding machine
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Certification in welding preferred but not required
Qualifications And Requirements Education
High School Diploma required
Associate degree in automotive technology or Associates Degree in Diesel Technology preferred
Forklift Certification
CPR/First Aid Certification
Understanding and troubleshooting hydraulics
EPA 609 Certification
DOT Inspection Certification
Experience
5 to 10 years of experience in an equivalent position
Additional Requirements
Must pass a background and drug screening
Must pass a DOT driving record check and DOT Physical
Valid Texas CDL-A Driver’s License or obtain within 1 year after hire date
Working Conditions This position requires working indoors and outdoors under varying weather conditions (temperatures from 32 degrees or below to 100 degrees and above). This work includes the risk of fire or explosion, risk of electrical shock, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and/or loud noise levels exist. May also involve vibration, glare, moving objects, working at heights, slippery surfaces, congested area, and sharp surfaces. While working, mental demands may include working on multiple and complex tasks in a fast-paced working environment with attention to detail, performing simple and repetitive tasks, controlling one's own pace and plan of work, working under close supervision, and following instructions, influencing people, working overtime, reading, working alone and in groups, and traveling. Tobacco free environment.
Physical Requirements This position requires the following physical requirements on a frequent and constant basis: walking, standing, bending forward, twisting, reaching above shoulder level, below chest level, and/or chest-to-shoulder level, elbow extension, wrist extension and rotation, the twisting and tilting of the neck, and also frequent crouching, squatting and kneeling, and the ability to exert force up to 100 lbs. Sensory demands include hearing, speech, color vision, near vision, spatial perception, tactile and smell.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Utilities
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Heavy Fleet Mechanic
role at
Bandera Electric Cooperative
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Come join us at Bandera Electric Cooperative (BEC) and BEC Fiber, where we are lighting the grid to empower our members! Help us Reimagine Rural America! Bandera Electric Cooperative proudly distributes electricity to members across seven counties in Central Texas. The BEC Fiber division, began offering 100% fiber broadband in 2017 and currently provides fiber internet service to members and subscribers in eight counties in the Texas Hill Country. We offer Highly Competitive Wages and a Generous Benefit Package!! (no waiting period – benefits start on first day). Paid time off and ten paid holidays.
The Operations Team is looking for a Heavy Fleet Mechanic. The Heavy Fleet mechanic is responsible for the general maintenance and repair of all BEC vehicles, generators, and fuel pumps while also maintaining an on-site fuel station and performing DOT (Department of Transportation) inspections. The individual in this role will partner with outside vendors, including subcontractors and parts suppliers, to include fleet-related invoices and uploading files related to fleet assets.
Essential Job Duties
Make full use of all technical support resources, including operator, parts, vehicle diagnostic analyzer, and maintenance manuals, to troubleshooting, establishing procedures, and pinpoint necessary repair part
Interpret and understand blueprints, electrical and hydraulic schematics to diverse trucks, trailers and other equipment.
Proficient in the use of common hand tools, cordless power tools, torches, welders, and grinders.
Proper use of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is a must
Perform proper lock-out/tag-out of equipment.
Perform tasks on various equipment types, encompassing truck-mounted hydraulic aerial platforms, digger derricks, and cranes
Find cost-efficient ways of making repairs to the fleet, including repairs on mowers, trailers, generators, and hydraulic systems
Maintain an on-site fuel station with minimal interruption or downtime
Maintain the cleanliness of the work area by regularly cleaning and organizing the shop
Ensure that necessary supplies and materials are readily available and stocked
Conduct Safety inspections on vehicles, equipment and mechanic shop.
Perform DOT (Department of Transportation) inspections on trucks and trailers, as required
Perform data entry and upload specific files related to fleet assets
Navigate through NISC (National Information Solutions Cooperative) module and Mitchell Pro, and Truck demand diagnosis databases
Work with outside vendors, including subcontractors and parts suppliers, while coordinating with our upfitter on specifications for new fleet arrivals
Respond to emergency roadside/field repairs
Data Entry and Administrative Tasks
Submitting requisitions to obtain a PO for approval on required parts and repairs
Ensuring other equipment records and maintenance plans such as mowers, trailers, generators, forklifts and hydraulic systems are maintained
Coordinate fleet service requests so that minimal downtime and impact to operators
Enter detailed analysis of repairs made for each job to include applicable costs from outside vendors
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Knowledge in managing fleet repairs and maintenance
Proficient in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and making repairs on vehicles, mowers, trailers, generators, and hydraulic systems
Knowledge, skill, and ability to prioritize fleet repairs to effectively and efficiently keep all fleet operations flowing with minimum downtime
Strong communication and coordination skills when working with outside vendors, including subcontractors and parts suppliers
Skill and ability to use the following: computers, diagnostic scanning tool, A/C recovery/refrigerant machine, multi-meter, torch, plasma cutter, and welding machine
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Certification in welding preferred but not required
Qualifications And Requirements Education
High School Diploma required
Associate degree in automotive technology or Associates Degree in Diesel Technology preferred
Forklift Certification
CPR/First Aid Certification
Understanding and troubleshooting hydraulics
EPA 609 Certification
DOT Inspection Certification
Experience
5 to 10 years of experience in an equivalent position
Additional Requirements
Must pass a background and drug screening
Must pass a DOT driving record check and DOT Physical
Valid Texas CDL-A Driver’s License or obtain within 1 year after hire date
Working Conditions This position requires working indoors and outdoors under varying weather conditions (temperatures from 32 degrees or below to 100 degrees and above). This work includes the risk of fire or explosion, risk of electrical shock, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and/or loud noise levels exist. May also involve vibration, glare, moving objects, working at heights, slippery surfaces, congested area, and sharp surfaces. While working, mental demands may include working on multiple and complex tasks in a fast-paced working environment with attention to detail, performing simple and repetitive tasks, controlling one's own pace and plan of work, working under close supervision, and following instructions, influencing people, working overtime, reading, working alone and in groups, and traveling. Tobacco free environment.
Physical Requirements This position requires the following physical requirements on a frequent and constant basis: walking, standing, bending forward, twisting, reaching above shoulder level, below chest level, and/or chest-to-shoulder level, elbow extension, wrist extension and rotation, the twisting and tilting of the neck, and also frequent crouching, squatting and kneeling, and the ability to exert force up to 100 lbs. Sensory demands include hearing, speech, color vision, near vision, spatial perception, tactile and smell.
Seniority Level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Utilities
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