Sr Fleet Technician

Spire

  • Berkeley, MO
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 days ago
SummarySpire is seeking an EVENING shift Sr. Fleet Technician for its St. Louis garages; the evening shift is 300pm - 1100pm, Monday - Friday. This Sr. Technician will train for 6-months on the day shift, then move to evening at the completion of training. Competencies for this position are to perform Preventative Maintenance (PM), repair broken, worn or other damaged mechanical, hydraulic or electrical parts on vehicles and equipment ranging from grounds maintenance equipment through earth moving equipment (including trailers, medium & heavy-duty trucks, and specialty equipment) with little to no direction or supervision required to perform tasks. Responsibilities may involve performing PM’s or repairs to cars, vans, light trucks, construction equipment, and various shop/company tools as required.Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform preventive maintenance inspections and repairs on a variety of vehicles and equipment, including oil changes, lubrication, safety checks, and component adjustments to ensure reliability.
  • Accurately log in/out of repair orders, enter job details into the system, and provide parts and labor information. Notify the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor of any irregularities.
  • Change and repair tires on company vehicles and equipment, both in-shop and in the field.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the garage and workspaces.
  • Diagnose, repair, or replace defective components; conduct test drives to confirm operational status.
  • Operate and inspect various vehicles and equipment to ensure functionality and compliance with specifications.
  • Handle company vehicles, tools, and equipment responsibly, following all safety protocols.
  • Transport vehicles and equipment to and from commercial shops, job sites, and other company locations.
  • Request and charge accurate parts to repair orders.
  • Perform Missouri Motor Vehicle and Federal DOT inspections.
  • Conduct major component repairs, including teardown, inspection, cleaning, reassembly, and adjustment.
  • Respond to emergency service calls in the field as needed.
  • Assist in training junior technicians.
  • Maintain shop equipment and manage fleet asset commissioning and decommissioning.
  • Complete tasks assigned by the Fleet Working Foreman or Fleet Maintenance Supervisor.
  • Provide and maintain a personal set of basic hand tools for maintenance work.
Essential Characteristics and Competencies
  • The job requires an in-depth knowledge of the principles of both Unleaded & Diesel internal combustion engines, hydraulic systems, air systems, computer & electrical systems along with a detailed knowledge of their parts & operation gained from technical training and practical work experience
  • Ability to demonstrate the core and job category competencies: customer-focused, results-driven, effective communication, adaptability, initiative, problem solving and quality of work
  • Ability to lead by example in support of the company’s essential characteristics and values: strong ethics and integrity, dedication to a safe work environment, commitment to a diverse workforce that recognizes and respects every individual’s unique skills and perspectives
  • Must be a versatile individual and able to work well with others
  • The ability to pick up where other technicians have started jobs and begin a job with the understanding another technician could be following your work
Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneRequired Education (certifications, licenses)
  • High School Diploma or GED Required
  • Seven (7) years’ hands-on experience with on-the-job training working in a repair facility
  • An associate degree in automotive or Diesel Technology from a hands-on accredited Institute preferred
  • Possession of a State Inspectors License and DOT certification as required by the State & FMCSA or the ability to obtain one within a 1 year in the position and must remain certified
  • Maintain proficiency in Qualification Review Standards
  • Possession of a valid driver’s license and able to obtain a Class “A” CDL with HAZMAT and Tanker endorsements within 1 year in the position
  • Possession of Refrigerant Recovery Certification or the ability to obtain one within 1 year in the position
  • Mechanical repair knowledge of a wide variety of vehicles and equipment
Required knowledge, skill and abilities
  • Ability to lead and communicate in a team environment and display a positive attitude in a dynamic environment
  • Ability to make decisions based within job description
  • Ability to multitask effectively
  • Ability to use a copy machine to scan various documents
  • Activate emergency procedures effectively
  • Read and interpret pertinent laws, codes and safety orders dealing with the handling of fuel and transportation of fuel(s) and hazardous materials
Physical demands, environment and schedule
  • Evening Shift: 300pm - 11:00pm, M-F; trains on the day shift for the first 6-months
  • Job responsibilities require both inside and outside work to be performed, with possible exposure to adverse weather conditions
  • This position may involve shift work
  • May come in to contact with oil, grease, and a variety of fluids and solvents
  • Must be in physical shape to use hand & power tools, climb, bend, twist, stretch, swing necessary tooling, lift up to 50 lbs.
  • Overtime may be requested
  • The job is performed in accordance with company rules and policies
Company OverviewAt Spire, we believe energy exists to help people. To enrich their lives, grow their businesses, advance their communities. It’s a simple idea, but one that’s at the heart of our business. We’re dedicated to understanding our customers’ needs and goals to better serve them today and tomorrow. That’s why we’re always looking for driven, collaborative people to join our team. Because we believe that offering our customers the best service means bringing together the best people.Posting RequirementsThe above posting description is intended to describe the general nature of the level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty and responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Spire, Inc., and its subsidiaries are Affirmative Actions and Equal Employment Opportunity employer.We are committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all areas, including but not necessarily limited to, recruitment, selection, training, education, compensation, benefits, promotion, job transfer, upgrading, separation and recall regardless of the individual’s race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, and/or other protected categories under all Federal, State, and local laws. For more information, please view our integrity and inclusion pages of our career site.

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