Diesel Technician - Melbourne

Diesel Technician - Melbourne

NextEra Energy is the largest electric utility in the U.S., providing reliable energy to nearly 12 million Floridians. With one of the nation's most fuel-efficient, cost-effective power generation fleets and industry-leading reliability, we're redefining what's possible in energy. Want to be part of something powerful? Join our outstanding team and help shape the future of energy.

Our Fleet Services Department is looking for a Diesel Technician to join their team in Melbourne, FL. Diesel Technicians provide safe and reliable vehicles and equipment to all customer segments while maintaining a technical focus for solutions to complex problems including but not limited to electrical, mechanical, fluid powering or hybrid applications.

To qualify for the position, you must possess at least three (3) Medium Duty/Heavy Duty Truck ASE Certifications of which one is for T4 Brakes OR an Associate Degree/Certificate of completion from an accredited university within a related field (e.g., Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, etc.) OR Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) within a related field (e.g. Automotive/Truck/Equipment maintenance, Diesel engines, Hydraulics, etc.)

Job Overview

Employees in this role provide safe and reliable vehicles and equipment to all customer segments while maintaining a technical focus for solutions to complex problems including but not limited to electrical, mechanical, fluid powering or hybrid applications. At times this position will assist in monitoring and assessing performance of other technicians and groups to make improvements or take corrective actions. Employees in this job follow processes and procedures to achieve desired results while utilizing interdependence/collaboration with work group to ensure maximum potentials.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Under general supervision:

• Communicates and demonstrates safe working practices
• Analyzes faults or malfunctions to determine required repairs using engine diagnostic equipment such as computerized test equipment and calibration devices
• Performs maintenance and repairs to vehicles and equipment
• Understands operating manuals, blueprints and technical drawings
• Examines parts for damage or excessive wear using micrometers and gauges
• Orders general use parts through the internet and ensures all parts are correctly charged out in FA system
• Communicates indirectly with vendors to test products and technical services
• Communicates with customers on vehicle and equipment status
• Ability to meet attendance and storm duty requirements
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned

NextEra Energy offers a wide range of benefits to support our employees and their eligible family members. Click here to learn more.

Employee Group: Non Exempt Employee Type: Full Time Job Category: Technicians Organization: Florida Power & Light Company Relocation Provided: No

NextEra Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, age, national origin, religion, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetics, disability, protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law.