2nd Shift Fleet Technician

The crew at East Central Energy is looking for a skilled 2nd Shift Fleet Technician to help keep our vehicles and equipment running smoothly. If you enjoy diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles, performing preventive maintenance, and even tackling welding and fabrication, apply today to join our co-op team!

A day in the life

• Safely perform repair work on vehicles after breakdowns, malfunctions, and emergency roadside incidents.

• Diagnose, repair, and maintain vehicles and equipment to manufacturer specifications.

• Conduct pre-repair operation tests and final quality check on all equipment.

• Follow documentation procedures for mileage, timesheets, and work orders.

• Perform preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment to ensure safety and longevity.

• Ensure vehicles meet DOT inspection standards.

• Perform welding repairs and fabricate parts as needed.

Requirements

A high school diploma or GED plus automotive technical training or two years of related experience, or a mix of education and experience providing equivalent knowledge. A valid class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) for interstate commerce, a DOT medical examiner’s certificate, and DOT certification for commercial motor vehicle inspections are all required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Use basic computer programs, e-mail, Windows applications, and internet browsers.

• Communicate effectively, both verbally and through written correspondence, with a high level of integrity and respect in a manner that enhances ECE’s reputation, while considering the timeline of others.

• Examine aspects of an operation, draw conclusions, and solve challenges.

• Understand transmission and driveline operation/repair; brakes and suspension operation/repair; hydraulics and fluid drive components.

• Understand various equipment such as buckets, digger/derricks, trucks, cars, trailers, backhoes, trenchers, and vibratory plows.

• Diagnose and repair equipment, use code readers, and understand software for engine diagnosis.

• Apply fabrication skills to weld and cut steel/metals.

What’s in it for you?

• Join a culture that values innovation, making empowered decisions, and taking accountability.

• We offer benefits like 100% employer-paid medical insurance and up to a 10% employee contribution to your 401(k).

• You’ll enjoy perks like paid time off, education assistance, and more.

• Plus, you’ll be part of a cooperative that cares about the communities in which we live and serve.

The starting wage for a fully qualified candidate for this position is $47.66/hour. The wage is determined by relevant education and experience. It’s a non-exempt (hourly), bargaining unit, non-supervisory, onsite position from 12:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Braham, MN Operations South building.

ECE is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Must apply by 3:30 p.m. on Friday, October 11, 2024.