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Automotive Mechanic - Richmond, VA

VAFull-time

9mo

Job Description

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This position does not offer relocation assistance.

Job Summary

The Fleet Maintenance Group is seeking an Automotive Mechanic for West Broad (Richmond, VA) Shop. This position can be placed in a Step 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, or 11 level based on experience and assessment.

The starting range based on the level / step is $26.93 - $39.31/hr.

Responsibilities will include the ability to diagnose, repair, and perform maintenance on the many different types of equipment in our fleet. This includes both on- and off-road equipment with diesel and gasoline engines, automatic and manual transmissions.

Skills

More specifically, the successful candidate will develop skills to prepare themselves for further advancement in the Automotive Mechanic Development Program in the Fleet Maintenance department. Specific Automotive Mechanic functions include but are not limited to the following activities:

  • Working with our customers in the Construction, Operations, Substation, Transmission, and other departments to understand their needs and issues.
  • Performing various Preventative Maintenance tasks, including oil and other fluid changes, tire changes, etc.
  • Troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing light duty vehicles, diesel engines, hydraulic equipment, drivetrains, air brakes, etc.
  • Ensuring safety rules and regulations are observed in the garage or other worksite.
  • Leveraging technology to analyze issues, track customer needs, time spent on maintenance / repair tasks, parts used during maintenance/repair activities, etc.

Overtime will be required to support the needs of our customers due to peak or critical work periods providing additional earnings potential.

Majority of work will be performed in a shop environment, although outdoor response is sometimes needed. Work associated with this position can be very physically demanding.

Auto req ID

424813BR

Minimum Education Required

High School/GED

Job_Category

Maintenance

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities & Experience

Required Qualifications

HS diploma or GED

18 years of age or older

Valid driver’s license; must obtain a CDL learner's permit within 1 month of employment and a CDL prior to 6 months of employment.

Minimum of 2-year experience as a professional Automotive Mechanic (A partial year of related work experience of 6 months or greater will be considered one year towards the qualifications.)

General knowledge of gas combustion engines, diesel engines, air conditioning

Must possesses basic hand tools or willing to purchase tools needed to perform the job.

Pass drug screening and background checks and be eligible to obtain a state inspection license after an appropriate amount of time in training program.

Due to weight limits on equipment, weight restriction of 290 pounds applies.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional combustion engine mechanic or graduate of a recognized Automotive Mechanic Training school

Experience in electrical systems diagnostics and repair

Experience in Air Conditioning diagnostics, repair, and A/C certification

Experience in Engine ignition diagnostics and repair

Experience in hydraulics

Heavy Truck certification

State Inspection license

Commercial Driver's license

Career and Technical Education Center (CTE) graduates

Military veterans

Candidates with an Associate Degree in a related field or major

Education Requirements

High School Diploma or GED.

Licenses, Certifications, or Quals Description

Valid Driver's License is required.

Working Conditions

Cold Up to 25%

Dust / Grease / Oil 76-100%

Fumes Up to 25%

Heat 26-50%

Loud Noise 26-50%

Office Work Environment Up to 25%

Operating Machinery Up to 25%

Outdoors Up to 25%

Pressurized Lines & Valves Up to 25%

Union - IBEW Local 50 VA/NC/WVA

City*

Richmond

State*

Virginia

Job Code

Operations_ Specialist

Affiliate Sponsor

Dominion Energy