Automotive Mechanic General (McKeesport)
Automotive Mechanic General (McKeesport)
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Job Description
Duquesne Light Company headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.
Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team!
Starting rate: $44.93
Overall Purpose:
Under general supervision performs the highest skilled automotive mechanics work in connection with the inspecting repairing overhauling and adjusting of all types of Company automotive/diesel equipment and associated equipment and machinery and is responsible for directing other assigned personnel in the operation of a garage or garage area.
Job Responsibilities:
- Performs inspections of various kinds including those required by governmental agencies to determine the need for and the extent of any maintenance work. Uses gauges instruments and other test equipment required to make such inspections.
- Performs the highest skilled work required for servicing the various chassis components of automotive vehicles and fork trucks including the testing adjusting repairing and overhauling as necessary of the mechanical electrical pneumatic or hydraulic systems of such vehicles.
- Performs the highest skilled work required for servicing all associated automotive equipment including the testing adjusting repairing and overhauling as necessary of the mechanical electrical pneumatic and hydraulic systems of such vehicle.
- Performs minor bodywork and occasional welding.
- Performs road service work.
- Receives work requirements from Department supervision and/or Unit personnel who utilize the equipment.
- Plans schedules and assigns required work with guidance from supervision.
- Checks quality and quantity of work to assure that work is being performed in a satisfactory manner and that the manpower is being effectively utilized.
- Monitors manpower activities and instructs and directs the work of lesser grade employees to assure that the tools and equipment are being utilized in a safe and proper manner.
- Prepares approves and distributes required shop records and reports such as time cards parts requisitions job cards diagnostic reports and State inspection data.
- Records and reports incidents or conditions which conflict with or fail to fulfill general policies instructions or required procedures.
- Performs other work related to the above as required or directed.
Education / Experience Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Must be able to pass the company administered standardized test. (CAST)
- Four years experience in automotive vehicle maintenance work. One year or more of which shall have been as an Automotive Service Mechanic.
- Must have for all vehicles Pennsylvania State Inspection and Emissions Certification.
- Must have a current State drivers license valid for all classes of automotive equipment operated by the Company and a Company license to operate such equipment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Company safety rules.
- Demonstrated thorough knowledge and understanding of the types of equipment used in the Companys automotive fleet. Must be able to operate and use tools gauges machines instruments and other devices required in maintaining such fleet equipment.
- Must be physically capable of performing the duties of the job which will include climbing on and bucket operations of certain equipment to perform such duties.
- Demonstrated ability to instruct plan and direct the work of others.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship without discrimination because of race age sex color religion national origin disability sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis as defined by applicable law and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including but not limited to hiring compensation benefits terms and conditions of employment opportunities for promotion transfer layoffs return from a layoff training and development and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings commitment is to comply with all applicable federal state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.
Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening apply for a position or participate in the interview process connect with us at and describe the specific accommodation requested for a disability-related limitation.
Employment Type
Full-Time
