Technician, Diesel Mechanic

JOB SUMMARY

The Diesel Mechanic Technician oversees the management of the truck fleet maintenance and repair.

Provides expertise and knowledge to repair all equipment owned or leased by Houston Community College Commercial Truck Driving School.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Assess the needs and establish a maintenance schedule for the preventive maintenance on all truck driving equipment according to industry standards and Houston Community College guidelines.

Oversee the completion of all maintenance and repair on tractors and trailers, which are recorded on the Vehicle Condition Report (VCR), for post-trips or pre-trips on a daily basis to ensure safety.

Collaborate with the Program Director and Program Faculty to ensure the truck fleet meets program needs for student instruction.

Perform maintenance work to include, but not limited to: maintenance of batteries, radiators, drive belts, steering boxes, filters, brakes, transmissions, rear axles, tires, lights, mirrors, air conditioning parts, exhaust systems and oil changes.

Maintain accurate Vehicle Preventative Maintenance Schedule, mileage and fuel usage records.

Keep track of repair time and reports time on work orders.

Stay current on new technology and current local, state and federal regulations and requirements.

Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education & Experience

• High school diploma, or GED, plus 2 years' mechanic experience required

• Associate's degree in related field and/or ASE Certification preferred

• 2 years' mechanic experience required

Licensing & Certification

• Valid Texas Driver License

• Must have a good driving record and be able to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver's License within the first 6 months of employment

Special Skills

• Able to lift heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time

• Able to make closely coordinated eye/hand movements within very fine tolerance and/or calibration demands

• Able to make rapid closely-coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within somewhat fine tolerance demands

• Able to identify and order parts for trucks from appropriate vendors

• Able to work with a wide range of diesel engines, tractor components and trailers

• Able to organize repairs, preventive maintenance and compliance of equipment within state and federal regulations

Competencies

• Delivering High Quality Work

• Accepting Responsibility

• Serving Customers

• Supporting Organizational Goals

• Driving Continuous Improvement

• Acting with Integrity

• Thinking Critically

• Managing Change

• Communicating Effectively

Working Conditions

General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access, input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.

SECURITY SENSITIVE:

This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code § 51.215

The Organization

Houston Community College (HCC) is an open-admission, public institution of higher education offering a high-quality, affordable education for academic advancement, workforce training, career development and lifelong learning to prepare individuals in our diverse communities for life and work in a global and technological society. We're proud to say that 98 percent of our graduates step into a job in their field of study immediately upon graduation. One of the largest community colleges in the nation, HCC has served the Greater Houston area for over four decades. Accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and the Schools Commission on Colleges, we offer 300+ associate degree and certificate programs to 75,000+ students across 13 Centers of Excellence and online each semester. We are proud to be No.1 among all community colleges in the nation in providing associate degrees to minorities and No.1 in educating international students, with 10.4 percent of our student population from outside the USA. Our vision is to become the Employer of Choice in support of our mission for Student Success by attracting, retaining and motivating the best employees.

The Team

Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. You'll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive, administrative, financial or something else, you'll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools, it also takes care of its people.

Location

Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:

• Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies, second only to New York City's 55.

• 145 languages are spoken here.

• Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.

• Houston is a major-league sports town, and don't forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.

• The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.

• World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate health care system, with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nation's top institutions.

• With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area, museums are a large part of Houston's cultural scene.

• Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7,500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60+ cuisines.

If this sounds like the role for you and you're ready to join an amazing team, please apply right away.

EEO Statement

Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation or veteran's status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Osvaldo Gomez, Director EEO/Compliance, Title IX Coordinator

Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX

PO Box 667517

Houston TX, 77266

713 718.8271 or hcc.oeotix@hccs.edu

HCC values its employees and their contributions, promotes opportunities for their professional growth and development, and provides a positive working and learning environment that encourages diversity, innovation and creativity, and inclusion.

Individuals with disabilities, who require special accommodations to interview, should contact (713) 718-8565.

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