• Job Description

  Req#: 16770

  Pay Rate

  $29.50 per hour

  Telecommute Status

  Onsite

  Announcement

  PRIDE Industries is a fast-paced company with a mission: To Create Jobs for People with Disabilities while providing high quality, value-added solutions to our nationwide customers. We are currently recruiting to fill the following position:

  Job Description

  JOB TITLE: Motor Vehicle Mechanic

  SCA OCCUP: 05190 Motor Vehicle Mechanic

  SALARY GRADE: Federal Wage Determination or Collective Bargaining Agreement

  FLSA STATUS: Nonexempt

  APPROVAL DATE: August 2014

  POSITION SUMMARY:

  Under general supervision, the Motor Vehicle Mechanic repairs, rebuilds, or overhauls major assemblies of internal combustion automobiles, buses, trucks, or tractors. May also be required to diagnose, repair, and maintain fractional-horsepower engines. This position requires well rounded training and experience usually acquired through a formal apprenticeship or equivalent.

  TYPICAL DUTIES:

  *Diagnosing the source of trouble and determining the extent of repairs required.

  *Repairs gasoline and diesel engines used to power lawnmowers, garden tractors, weed whackers, chainsaws, blowers, chippers, edgers, snow removal equipment and similar tools/equipment.

  *Uses hand tools, locates causes of trouble, dismantles engines, and inspects/examines parts for defects.

  *Replaces or repairs worn or broken parts, such as piston rings and bearings, thermostats, electrical wiring, or other engine parts.

  * Grinding and adjusting valves; rebuilding carburetors; overhauling transmissions.

  * Repairing fuel injection, lighting, and ignition systems.

  * Rotates, repairs, and replaces tires.

  * Drains, flushes, and replaces engine transmission, and differential grease and oils. Checks, cleans, calibrates, and replaces spark plugs.

  * Cleans and replaces oil and air filters.

  * Adjust brakes, replaces windshield wipers, and similar minor parts.

  * Maintain tools and equipment, and clean work areas.

  Other duties as assigned.

  TYPICAL QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School diploma, GED required
  • Formal apprenticeship or equivalent training/experience
  • Minimum experience required 1-3 years.
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, and to respond to questions from vendors, customers and management
  • Comply with PRIDE’s safety program and adhere to proper safety practices

  CERTIFICATES REQUIRED:

  Valid driver’s license required for this position at most work sites. The incumbent must maintain an acceptable driving record while in this position.

  TYPICAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  Employees may experience the following physical demands for extended periods of time:

  • Sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping
  • Lift or move tools, equipment or materials up to 50 pounds
  • Work in confined spaces
  • Work in areas of hazardous equipment
  • May work near or with toxic substances
  • May be exposed to wind, rain, cold, and heat
  • May be exposed to Noise

  WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed at a customer’s location in office, shop, warehouse, or outdoor environment.

  DISCLAIMER: The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to this job. Employees are expected to follow their supervisor’s instructions and perform the tasks requested by their supervisors.

  *Denotes Essential Job Function

  At PRIDE, we make a difference in the lives of many, one job at a time.

  How to Apply

  If you are interested in working for this unique organization that blends business with a social mission, please apply online at www.prideindustries.com.PRIDE Industries is a VEVRAA federal contractor committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Visit our website to learn more!

  PRIDE will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

  PRIDE will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all federal, state, and local laws.

• About the company

  PRIDE Industries is a flexible, cost-effective, business partner, committed to exceeding customer expectations and creating meaningful jobs for people with disabilities.

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