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Company

Omaha Public Power District
Address , Elkhorn, Ne
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary $34.61 an hour
Expires 2023-07-16
Posted at 11 months ago
Job Description

Responsibilities


Summary:

OPPD is seeking Apprentice Transporatation Mechanics to become familiar with and proficient in the maintenance and repair of the District’s transportation and construction equipment fleet, through a two to four-year course of study and on-the-job training.

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 or operated by the District and other “customers”. Learn trouble- shooting and repair of related components such as hydraulic and pneumatic tool circuits, gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulic, air and electric brakes, automatic transmissions, computerized automotive systems, electro- hydraulic control systems, HVAC and all other components used on the vehicles and equipment. Develop proficiency at gas and electric welding and minor metal fabrication.
    • Complete routine and preventive maintenance inspections and be capable of directing other lower classifications in the performance of these and other minor repair tasks.
    • Assume more difficult tasks in diagnosis and repair of equipment during the upward progression within the classification.
  • Assume more difficult tasks in diagnosis and repair of equipment during the upward progression within the classification.
  • Complete routine and preventive maintenance inspections and be capable of directing other lower classifications in the performance of these and other minor repair tasks.
  • Become increasingly familiar with the maintenance, operation and repair for all passenger cars, trucks, mounted equipment and construction equipment owned or operated by the District and other “customers”. Learn trouble- shooting and repair of related components such as hydraulic and pneumatic tool circuits, gasoline and diesel engines, hydraulic, air and electric brakes, automatic transmissions, computerized automotive systems, electro- hydraulic control systems, HVAC and all other components used on the vehicles and equipment. Develop proficiency at gas and electric welding and minor metal fabrication.
  • Complete the off-time study of educational materials and testing prescribed by the Apprenticeship Program.

Qualifications


Required:

  • 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.
  • High School diploma or equivalent is required.
  • Must demonstrate good communication and customer service skills.
  • Associates Degree in Diesel Technology, Automotive Technology, AG Equipment, Construction/Heavy Equipment, and/or other Transportation Maintenance. With these requirements, would need a minimum of two (2) years working experience in related field excluding Co-Ops and internships.


Desired:

  • Welding and fabrication experience.
  • Knowledge of hydraulic system operations and maintenance is desirable.

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: $34.61

How To Apply


Apply online at www.oppd.com on or before May 30, 2023.

Recruiter: Andrew Ray - [email protected] #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.