Fleet Technician B-A at American Electric Power

Three Rivers, Michigan, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years), Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Utilities, EnergyIndustries

Requirements

High school graduate or GED required
At least 2 years of strong automotive mechanical diagnosis with hydraulic and diesel repair experience
Graduation from an automotive trade school with diesel engine experience is highly desirable
Licenses/Certifications: Must possess (incomplete in description)

Responsibilities

Service and repair boom/pedestal assemblies including troubleshooting equipment; inspect cables, chains, rods, sheave liners, monitoring system, fiberglass components, turntable; remove/replace reduction gearboxes; inspect pins, bushings, bearings; load test boom assemblies
Service and repair hydraulic systems including troubleshooting; inspect, remove, replace hydraulic pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, accumulator; remove/replace swivel collector block
Service and repair heating and ventilation systems including diagnose A/C problems; pressure test A/C; check leaks; check internal controls; replace compressor, A/C clutch assembly, seals, refrigerant hose, condenser, receiver dryer, evaporator core
Troubleshoot and repair winch assemblies
Service and repair steering systems including power steering pump and manual steering gearbox
Service and repair air brake systems including air compressors, brake chambers, control valves
Service and repair hydraulic and electric braking systems including inspect/repair master cylinder; test power unit/vacuum supply; inspect power boost; repair power brake system; service/repair antilock brake system
Inspect and service differentials, power dividers, transmission assemblies including manual clutch, transmissions, transfer cases, transaxles, automatic transmissions
Service and repair fuel and exhaust systems including computer controls; test/repair diesel fuel pump; inspect/service intake/turbo; service/repair fuel injection (gas/diesel); inspect/service governors
Assist others in diagnosing complex problems
Operate company vehicles and equipment; perform incidental duties
Maintain tools, equipment, and work area in clean/orderly condition
Maintain records and submit reports as required
Attend/participate in training; assist in training others
Perform less skilled work as assigned
Report irregularities and abnormal conditions
Assist employees of equal or higher classification
Direct work of assigned assistants