Maintenance Technician - DIST (USA)

Purpose  

To maintain all Fleet assets by planning, scheduling, and executing corrective and preventative maintenance of vehicles like but not limited to: Forklifts, Yard Mules, Rail King, Pick-up trucks, Scissor lifts, Boom Lifts, golf carts,  and any vehicle on wheels owned or operated by Ravago. 

Areas of Responsibility / Tasks  

Performance must reflect an appropriate level of expertise and achievement of the desired results for the items listed below.    

1. Area of Focus  

1. Diagnoses and locates mechanical problems on fleet vehicles and equipment.   

2. Repairs brakes, engines, electrical, fuel, hydraulic, transmission, ignition, air, exhaust, axle assemblies and related systems using a variety of hand, electric, air-driven tools, and diagnostic instruments. 

3. Performs routine and preventative maintenance, lubrication and minor adjustments on vehicles and related equipment.  Promptly reports any operational problems with machines or equipment to the immediate Supervisor. 

4. Perform mechanical and electrical trouble shooting and repair of equipment; 

2. Secondary Area of Focus  

1. Performs all duties in compliance with safety policies and makes others aware of potential hazards in work area.   

2. Practices good housekeeping and cleans work areas machinery, tools and equipment. 

3. Inspects vehicles and equipment for compliance with applicable policies, rules and regulations for roadworthiness and safety.  Take corrective action per procedure in assigned area.  Investigates vehicle / equipment damage, completes forms, participates and completes remedial actions to prevent further occurrences within assigned deadlines. 

4. Test drives vehicle to confirm safe and proper operation; 

5. Performs tests on specific parts and systems to ensure proper function; 

6. To utilize CMMS (MPulse) or maintenance software as required. 

3. Next Area of Focus  

1. Welding and metal fabrication of parts in need of repair; 

2. Maintain communication among work teams by documenting and communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs. 

3. Maintain a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. 

4. Commit to OCS Blue & OSHA Safety facility Standard. 

5. Any other maintenance related task assigned by Maintenance Supervisor or Manager. 

4. All other duties as assigned 

Competencies; Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSA) 

To perform this role successfully, an individual must have experience achieving desired result(s) in their areas of responsibility. The requirements listed below are representative of observable behaviors and essential knowledge, skill, and abilities required of a successful incumbent within our culture.             

1. General maintenance skills (lubrication, electrical troubleshooting and repair, plumbing, drilling, basic tools usage and handling). 

2. Good knowledge and use of basic maintenance hand tools. 

3. Must be willing to work overtime or on rotating workdays or shifts as required. 

4. Basic math skills is a plus. 

5. Must have valid Class “C” Driver’s License.   

6. Specialized training in vehicle and equipment maintenance with knowledge and experience in the areas of automotive and truck mechanics, gas and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, valves, generators and welding and body repair. 

7. Ability to setup desk equipment including setting up equipment on top of desks and connecting cables and power cords under desk 

8. Instrumentation and electrical maintenance knowledge is a plus. 

Minimum Qualifications/ Education / Experience / Certifications  

1. Education:  

1. High School Diploma or equivalent 

2. Experience: 

1. 2-5 years’ experience in related maintenance / repair of the following:  pickup trucks, 1-5 ton trucks, trailer equipped truck, forklifts, material handling equipment, light welding and metal fabrication. 

3. Licenses / Certifications:  

1. Valid driver’s license – required 

2. Scissor lift, Forklift and Boom Lift operation certification 

4. Language:  

1. Able to read, write and comprehend English. 

2. Bi-Lingual – able to communicate in Spanish is a plus 

Work Environment / Conditions 

The work environment/conditions described herein are representative of those that an incumbent may experience, and therefore  

• This job primarily operates in a warehouse setting and must be able to work in varying temperatures, depending upon season 

• Schedules may vary from week to week based on business demands in excess of 40 hours with or without notice. 

Physical Requirements / Demands  

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions & physical demands of this role. 

1. While performing the duties of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to communicate verbally, read, and comprehend information, and type on a consistent and daily basis.  

2. Push, pull, and lift to 40lbs on a weekly basis. 

3. A variety of standing, sitting and walking throughout the day 

4. Ability to adjust body position to bend, stoop, stand, walk, turn, pivot and stand for long periods of time. 

5. Occasional climbing of ladders 

6. Use of basic warehouse equipment and hand tools