Automotive Technician Apprentice II - Automotive Tech Sr.

Automotive Technician Apprentice II - Automotive Tech Sr.

Job Title: Automotive Technician Apprentice II - Automotive Tech Sr. Work Place Flexibility: Onsite Legal Entity: Entergy Texas, Inc.-GTX

This position can be filled as an Automotive Technician Apprentice II, Automotive Tech or Automotive Technician Sr. depending on qualifying candidate's experience.

Job Qualifications:

Perform all tasks and meet experience; special qualifications; and physical qualifications for the Automotive Technician Apprentice I and those listed for Apprentice 2 for all Entergy owned, leased, and rented equipment. Lead or assist in the more complex repairs and maintenance of all Entergy owned, leased, and rented equipment.Perform the following and related tasks with Class 3 supervision and assist in more complicated task with qualified automotive hydraulic technician; qualified supervisor; qualified manufacturer or vendor representative (Ex: Altec; IT L). Travel safely to jobsite in Entergy vehicle and work with customers to complete tasks with minimal interruption to line activity.

Employee in this position will advance when applicable qualifications, experience, and special qualifications are met; along with completion of appropriate Skills Assessment

Automotive Technician 2 Must be qualified to:

• Use diagnostic tool and schematics to identify and correct issues with electrical systems, engine, transmission, and aerial systems on all Entergy owned, leased, or rented equipment.
• Read codes and perform function tests and interpret results.
• Possess basic automotive electrical knowledge and have ability to use DVOM (Digital Volt-Ohm Meter) for voltage, resistance, and continuity testing
• Make all necessary and routine repairs to internal combustion engines, exhaust systems, and emission control systems including use of manufacturer task specific tools.
• Make all chassis related repairs to steering and suspension systems
• Search electronic sources to find information such as equipment identification info, inspection and repair procedures, fluid capacities, and torque specs.
• Use task specific mechanical tools.
• Diagnose and repair automotive HVAC systems
• Have basic cutting and welding and fabrication skills.

B. Experience and Special Qualifications:

Must meet all qualifications, experience, and special qualifications for Automotive Technician Apprentice 1

Must have worked for at least two years, and qualified, as a Automotive Technician Apprentice 1, or have had equivalent experience in related work or have automotive or related certification from accredited institution.

Must complete within 12 months: all manufacturer computer-based training as assigned by Fleet Management

Must hold IFPS certification

Must obtain automotive HVAC certification within 12 months through EPA approved source such as ASE or MACS

Must be willing and able to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Must meet all equipment weight qualifications.

Meet all personal qualifications for Apprentice 1 Tech position

Primary Location: Texas-Beaumont Texas : Beaumont Job Function : Field & Skilled Trade FLSA Status : Nonexempt Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered Union description/code : GTX Utility Ops Number of Openings : 1