Dodge City, Kansas
Hughesville, Maryland
Lewisburg, Tennessee
Hugo, Oklahoma
Winchester, Kentucky
Posted: 18-May-26
Location: Hopkinsville, Kentucky
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Required Education:
Internal Number: 1
FLEET MECHANIC
EEO Group: Craftsperson Overtime Status: Non-Exempt
Division: Operations
Reports To: Vice President of Operations
Position Summary: Performs automotive and equipment maintenance and repair for Cooperative owned vehicles, and aerial devices, such as digger derricks and bucket trucks.
Essential Duties:
- Follows all safety rules and procedures
- Performs annual DOT inspections on all commercial motor vehicles and trailers. Performs and documents semi-annual preventative maintenance inspections on all trucks, buckets, digger derricks, and trailers.
- Performs regular preventative maintenance on all cooperative owned vehicles and related equipment, in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
- Maintains an inventory of vehicle repair parts and equipment to insure prompt repair
- Prepares inspection reports and daily repair reports as required.
- Diagnoses and repairs mechanical issues associated with digger derricks and aerial lifts, in accordance with manufacturer’s specifications.
- Performs annual inspections on Cooperative generators.
- Complies with Cooperative’s policies prohibiting harassment and discrimination. Complies with Cooperative’s Drug Free Workplace policy, and complies with all policies, safety rules and procedures; and immediately reports possible violations to department VP and VP of HR and Benefits
- Attends safety meetings as required. Participates in other training to stay abreast of best practices
- Performs other duties as assigned
Equipment Requirements (must be able to effectively use):
Welder and acetylene torches, forklift, cooperative vehicle, auto lift,
Software Requirements (must be able to effectively use):
Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel), SEDC Fleet Management System
Education Degrees, Certificates, Licenses, and/or Training:
Required:
- High School diploma or equivalent with 5 years’ experience as a mechanic, or graduation from a vocational or technical school with specific training in general mechanics
- Valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License
Preferred:
- Crane Inspection Certification
- Valid CPR/First-Aid/AED Certificate
- Knowledge of electrical systems
- Welding Certification
- Hydraulic Mechanics Certification
- Knowledge of DOT Regulations
Experience, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Required:
- Ability to read and interpret manufacturer vehicle and equipment operating and maintenance manuals. Ability to interpret a variety of technical instructions
- Knowledgeable of the operation, repair, maintenance and trouble-shooting techniques for all types of diesel engines, hydraulic systems, vehicles, and other equipment and tools used within the utility industry
- Ability to communicate effectively and courteously with members or employees on the telephone or in person
- Ability to perform functions used in basic and some complex math
- Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.
- Ability to maintain professionalism and effectively perform in stressful environments
- Ability to effectively and professionally perform multiple tasks simultaneously
- Ability to meet deadlines under pressure
- Ability to safely and properly use tools, equipment, and personal protective equipment required for maintenance and repairs
- Ability to exercise independent judgement within parameters of the Cooperative’s policies/procedures
- Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of highly sensitive information, both internally and externally
Physical Requirements (must be able to):
Use both hands and fingers; grip; twist; reach above the head; bend, stoop and twist ; and sit and stand for long periods of time; lift, carry, push and pull weights up to 50 lbs.
Working Conditions (must be able to):
- Work eight hours per day, five days a week
- Work overtime as needed, including weekends, nights and holidays
- Works primarily outside and is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions
Important:
This position description is not intended to be all-inclusive; other duties may be required as assigned. Pennyrile RECC reserves the right to revise this position description as needed. This position description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.
PRECC is an equal opportunity provider and employer. All terms and conditions of employment at Pennyrile Electric including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoffs, recalls, transfers, leaves of absence, compensation and training are without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal provincial or local laws.
