Master Mechanic

Job Description

Under general direction of Fleet Manager or Shop Supervisor services, maintains and overhauls equipment and vehicles. Performs exceptionally difficult and exacting tasks, which require the highest skilled and accurate manual operations involving exacting coordinated performance, which must be to close adjustments and dimension limits. Plans, performs and at times instructs and directs work where only general methods of procedures are available; requires considerable ingenuity, initiative and judgment for correct action. Directs and supervises other mechanics or assigned employees. Must supply the necessary tools for this job.

Compensation

$31.68/hour (non-exempt)

This is a Union position with 1 opening.

Reporting Relationship

Reports to: Shop Foreman, Fleet Superintendent, and Director of Fleet

Quality Standards

• Conduct individual and business affairs in highest ethical and legal fashion.
• Establish and contribute to a supportive, creative, enthusiastic, and cooperative working environment for all.
• Build strong communication links with supervisors, peers, and employees.
• Continuously strive for excellence in the workplace, the Company environment, and as a Company representative.
• Comply with all Company policies and standards.
• Conducts business in alignment with the Mission, Vision, and Values of Pūlama Lāna‘i.
  
  

Responsibilities

Essential Duties

• Must be able to perform the duties and functions of all lower classifications.
• Works from oral instructions, blueprints, written specifications and/or sketches.
• Able to read, understand, interpret and apply information from service and maintenance manuals and other publications.
• Understands the operation and working parts of all automotive systems.
• Understands the working properties of such metals as brass, aluminum, cast iron, and various alloys. Regulates, manipulates and controls acetylene cutting and welding, electric-arc, forge and other equipment with a high degree of skill.
• Able to read electrical schematics and use for diagnoses.
• Diagnoses causes of trouble without dismantling equipment.
• Certification in mobile air conditioning service required.
• Dismantles, repairs, constructs and maintains vehicles and equipment with a high degree of skill.
• Maintains written records of parts replaced, work performed and time spent on jobs in accordance with fleet standards.
• Uses all necessary hand and power tools, equipment, and machinery with a high degree of skill.
• Trains and/or assists in training of employees.
• Performs work with due regard to safety of self and fellow employees, and with proper care and protection of company property.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  
  

Qualification/Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates Degree in Automotive Mechanics and/or Automotive Tech Certification, preferred.
• Must be able to read, understand, interpret, and apply information from service and maintenance manuals and other publications.
• Must be familiar with all equipment. Must plan, schedule, and report all work performed.
• Requires excellent written and verbal communication and organizational skills.
• Requires working to the established procedures and maintaining reliable work attendance.
• Requires the ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Able to think and make effective decisions quickly.
• Ability to create effective working relationships with people.
• Must be able to maintain a positive attitude and work under pressure.
  
  

Required Work Cards/Certifications

• ASE Certified in Automobile & Light Truck A1 through A8
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in an automotive shop
• Must have a registered or certified mechanic' s license with the State of Hawaii
• Valid State of Hawaii Driver’s License
• Successful review of Motor Vehicle Record
• Candidates must hold a State of Hawaii Safety Inspection Certification, or must obtain within 6 months of hire date
  
  

Physical Requirements

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, and hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision, and color vision.
  
  

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this classification. It is not to be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory, of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this description. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

About Us

At Pūlama Lāna‘i, we honor our island’s history and celebrate its future every day. Our employees on Lanai and Oahu work with residents and businesses to achieve our bright vision together.

If you are passionate about culture, collaboration, sustainability, economic diversity, community engagement and land stewardship on Lanai, we invite you to consider our open positions.