Mechanical Technician Level A (Houston, TX)

Mechanical Technician Level A

With general supervision from a Lead Technician Maintenance Supervisor or Maintenance Manager a Technician A performs all drive train component work (on diesel and non-diesel equipment and trucks) as well as suspension and steering systems repairs and maintenance on heavy equipment and where necessary can perform basic tire work such as replacement tire rotation etc. and checks torque specifications and replaces where necessary wheel end components such as bearings. This position requires advanced mechanic type knowledge of engine drive trains suspension and steering systems electrical and hydraulic systems advanced knowledge of air brake and valve systems to be able to perform advanced-level repair and maintenance on a variety of heavy equipment in the shop and on the road under emergency conditions.Principal Responsibilities Maintain advanced knowledge of a vehicle s drive train components including differential drive shaft and transmission suspension and steering systems air brake and valve systems as well as the electrical and hydraulic systems to perform advanced preventive and repair maintenance functions on site and on the road including Advanced drive train component repair and maintenance Advanced knowledge of vehicle body control systems including hydraulics and electrical systems to maintain and repair the vehicles in a timely and safe manner Advanced knowledge of air brake and valve systems to effectively diagnose and repair complex braking and valve systems in the vehicles in a timely and safe manner and Safely repair vehicles that have broken down on the road to ensure that the Company s equipment is returned to operation in a safe and efficient manner. Identify the source of the malfunctions using a variety of electronic tools. Refer more complex repairs to a Lead Technician or Maintenance Supervisor. Completion of applicable Company training programs. Performs other job-related duties as required or apparent.Required experience Hydraulic and Electrical systems Heavy Equipment Repair & Maintenance 3 years