Mechanic Helper Job at Omaha Public Power District
Omaha Public Power District Elkhorn, NE
Responsibilities
Summary:
The Helper position is an entry level to a mechanic role and incumbents are hired with the expectation that they will progress into and through an Apprenticeship within an appropriate timeframe. An additional requirement of an Associate’s degree from an accredited trade school will be required to progress past Helper.
OPPD is seeking a Helper (Mechanic-Transportation) who will become acquainted with and perform the maintenance and repair of the District’s transportation and construction equipment fleet and the operating procedures of all applicable District departments.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in the performance of scheduled and nonscheduled maintenance and repair on all the District’s transportation, construction and coal handling equipment. Become increasingly familiar with the maintenance, operation and repair for all passenger cars, trucks, mounted equipment and construction equipment owned and/or operated by the District and other “customers”.
- Learn trouble-shooting and repair of related components such as hydraulic and pneumatic circuits, gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulic, air and electric brakes, automatic transmissions, computerized automotive systems, emissions systems, electro-hydraulic control systems, HVAC and all other components used on the vehicles and equipment.
- Become familiar with the District’s welding and fabrication equipment.
- Assume more difficult tasks in maintenance and repair of equipment in preparation for entering the Transportation Mechanic Apprenticeship Program.
- Complete routine and preventive maintenance inspections and be capable of directing other lower classifications in the performance of these and other minor repair tasks.
- Provide Crew Leader feedback on vehicles, equipment and processes for overall improvement of fleet consistency, reliability and quality; as well as needs for general and technical training.
- Communicate with customers, mechanics, and crew leaders about the ongoing condition and status of vehicles and equipment.
- Develop a basic knowledge of the responsibilities of the various operating departments at the District. Develop good working relationships with operating department personnel.
Qualifications
Required:
- High School diploma or equivalent is required.
- Must have a valid driver’s license.
- Must have (or be able to obtain within six months of hire) a Class A Commercial Driver License.
- Experience in the diagnosis, maintenance and repair of vehicles (passenger cars, light duty trucks and medium duty trucks) and construction equipment, and/or fleet shop operations for an electric utility, independent shop, dealership or similar/related business.
- Must demonstrate good communication and customer service skills.
Desired:
- Associate’s Degree in Diesel Technology, Automotive repair, other Transportation Maintenance related field is strongly preferred.
- Knowledge of hydraulic system operations and maintenance is desirable.
- Welding and fabrication experience.
Closing Statement
At Omaha Public Power District, we’re passionate about three things: power, the people who make it, and the people who rely on it.
WE ARE: Where the Light Starts. OPPD is the 12th-largest public power utility in the U.S., serving over 850,000 people across 5,000 square miles and 13 counties.
WE’RE COMMITTED TO: Each other and the people we serve. This commitment drives us. We’re dedicated to providing our communities with affordable, reliable, and environmentally sensitive energy services today, tomorrow, and well into the future.
OUR JOB: To provide power with a purpose. We have real impact - on people’s lives, on the environment, and on the future of energy. We’re always looking for bright, capable people who want an opportunity to lead from where you are—wherever you are— and know that your ideas will be heard. If you want to be a source of real, positive change for the community and the people who live in this region, then working for a company acknowledged for caring about these same things is likely a priority for you as well.
Org Marketing Statement
EOE: Protected Veterans/Disability
Salary:
Local 763
Hourly: $31.46
The Helper position is an entry level to a mechanic role and incumbents are hired with the expectation that they will progress into and through an Apprenticeship within an appropriate timeframe. An additional requirement of an Associate’s degree from an accredited trade school will be required to progress past Helper.
How To Apply
Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before May 30, 2023.
Recruiter: Andrew Ray - alray@oppd.com #LI-RA
**PLEASE NOTE** - Your application has not been submitted unless you have applied for a specific requisition. If you have not chosen a specific opening, your application will remain in 'DRAFT' form and will not be viewed by our Human Capital staff.
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