Fleet Mechanic I

at  UPMC

At UPMC, we’re all here for the same reason — to make Life Changing Medicine happen. Join our team and you will play a unique and important role in our mission to change healthcare for the better.
Why Join UPMC?

We don’t just take care of patients — we take care of our team, too. And we have the data to prove it. In addition to the benefits you’d expect from an industry leader you can expect:

• AWARD-WINNING WORKPLACE: Ranked #1 for Best Places to Work for Women & Diverse Managers by Diversity MBA
• A recent study showed that UPMC benefits are 20% higher in value than other healthcare providers in our market.
• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities to grow in your career at UPMC

PURPOSE:

The Fleet Mechanic I will perform minor component repair or replacement and assist with the removal , replacement, and repair of major components.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform the following repairs or replacements: Preventive Maintenance Service, Front End/Tandem Axle alignments, Minor electrical system repairs.
• Identify defects in driveline, brake, electrical, cab, frame, suspension, steering, air, and related systems.
• Pickup and delivery of vehicles.
• Maintain work area appearance and safety.
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, lathes, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.
• Inspect brake systems, steering mechanisms, wheel bearings, and other important parts to ensure that they are in proper operating condition.
• Perform routine maintenance such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating equipment and machinery.
• Adjust and reline brakes, align wheels, tighten bolts and screws, and reassemble equipment.
• Raise trucks, buses, and heavy parts or equipment using hydraulic jacks or hoists.
• Test drive trucks and buses to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
• Examine and adjust protective guards, loose bolts, and specified safety devices.Inspect and verify dimensions and clearances of parts to ensure conformance to factory specifications.
• Specialize in repairing and maintaining parts of the engine, such as fuel injection systems.
• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• High school diploma OR equivalent required.
• 2 years of practical experience (Practical experience in a vocational/technical school setting may count towards 2-year requirement).
• Completion of a technical school/vocational school preferred.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
• Commercial Driver License (CDL) required at time of hire or within 6 months of hire.
• FMSCA Clearinghouse Drug and Alcohol Registration
• Act 34 with renewal