Automotive/Diesel Fleet Mechanic

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a CDL Licensed Automotive/Diesel Fleet Mechanic to join our Fleet division. This role offers stable year-round work, consistent hours, strong benefits and ongoing training. At OUC, we don't just work - we're building a bright future of innovation and transformation for future generations.

In this role, you will work on a wide variety of utility trucks, diesel units, bucket trucks, aerial lifts, trailers and light-duty vehicles. By maintaining and repairing our fleet, you help ensure field teams can operate safely and deliver essential services to our customers with little to no interruptions.

OUC's mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable, reliable services and solutions. Click here to learn more about what we do.

The ideal candidate will have:

• High School Diploma/GED
• A minimum of three (3) years of mechanical experience in related automotive and equipment repair and general maintenance; OR
• Completion of a technical school certificate program in automotive and/or diesel maintenance AND a minimum of one (1) year of mechanical experience in related automotive and equipment repair and general maintenance
• Welding and fabrication, hydraulics experience (Preferred)
• ASE A7 Heating & Air Conditioning or ASE T7 HVAC Systems (Preferred)
• Florida Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements (Must be able to obtain and maintain within six (6) months of hire
• Valid Driver's license

OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes:

• Competitive compensation
• Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period
• OUC's Hybrid Retirement Plan includes a fully funded cash balance account, a defined contribution 401(a) with employer matching, along with a retiree health reimbursement account
• Generous vacation, holidays, sick time, and paid parental leave
• Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities
• Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities
• Access to family-oriented recreational areas

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Salary Range: Starting at $27.684 per hour (Estimated $57,582.72 annually) with a structured step progression system and performance-based pay increases every 6 months up to $38.199 (Estimated $79,453.92 annually)

Location: 3800 Gardenia Ave. Orlando, FL 32839

Please see below a complete Job description for this position.

Job Purpose:

Performs skilled automotive mechanic work, being proficient in the repair and preventative maintenance of vehicles. Continuously learns to repair OUC vehicles with high proficiency in progression towards achieving Master Technician status. Involves general automotive and equipment repairs with a strong emphasis on preventive maintenance procedures. Assignments will include, but are not limited to gasoline and diesel engine maintenance and repair, general welding, paint and body work, transporting equipment and small engine repair.

Primary Functions:

• Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles/equipment under general guidance until proven capability;
• Transport fleet vehicles, fuel, and equipment;
• Repair Passenger cars, trucks, and equipment tires;
• Perform mechanical repairs to gasoline and diesel engines;
• Perform general repairs to electrical systems;
• Troubleshoot through the use of diagnostic testing equipment;
• Re-fuel and wash vehicles;
• Perform mechanical repairs to air and hydraulic brake systems;
• Learn and perform hydraulic repairs to vehicle/equipment under general guidance until proven capability;
• Perform air conditioning trouble shooting, servicing and repair;
• Perform small engine servicing and repair;
• Perform general welding and minor fabrication;
• Perform basic paint and body repair;
• Participate in Fleet Training Program and strive to complete required sign-off tasks in accordance with the Fleet Training Program agreement;
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Technical Requirements:

• Working knowledge of all, but not limited to the following:

• Mechanics and vehicle repair/maintenance;
• Gasoline and diesel engines;
• Hydraulic systems (preferred);
• Basic welding;
• Tire repair;
• Small engine repairs;
• Minor paint and body repair;
• Computer skills to access vehicle repair information are required.

• Ability to:

• Follow instructions, working as a team member as well as independently;

• Maintain ASE certification requirements;
• Use related computer systems to access vehicle repair information;
• Use Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, etc.) and standard office equipment (telephone, computer, copier, etc.).

Education/ Certification/Years of Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED AND a minimum of three (3) years of mechanical experience in related automotive and equipment repair and general maintenance; OR
• Completion of a technical school certificate program in automotive and/or diesel maintenance AND a minimum of one (1) year of mechanical experience in related automotive and equipment repair and general maintenance;
• Welding and fabrication, hydraulics experience (Preferred);
• Must have the ability to obtain and maintain the following certifications within ninety (90) days of hire:
• ASE A7 Heating & Air Conditioning OR
• ASE T7 HVAC Systems
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the following licensing within six (6) months of hire:
• Florida Class A CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements.

Working Conditions:

This job involves frequent exposure to chemicals and excessive noise. This job may involve occasional exposure to noxious fumes and rare exposure to extreme weather and insects.

Physical Requirements:

This job requires standing and walking, frequent lifting of up to 50lbs, climbing, speaking & hearing, detailed inspection/reading, writing, and may involve frequent driving of a company car. This job may require occasional sitting.

OUC-The Reliable One is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed through responsible management policies to recruit, hire, promote, train, transfer, compensate, and administer all other personnel actions without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information and any other factor prohibited under applicable federal, state, and local civil rights laws, rules, and regulations.

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