Targa Resources

Diesel Fleet Mechanic

Posted on: 14 Apr 2021

Monahans, TX

Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

Maintenance and repairs of diesel semis tractors (Peterbilt with Paccar engines) and trailers including MC 331 bottles, 407 crude & condensate trailers and DOT 407/412 vacuum trailers used for hauling water along with related equipment including pumps, piping and valves.

JOB FUNCTIONS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

* Repairs will include, and candidate will need to be familiar with, tire changes/rotations, brake jobs, belt replacement, oil changes and alternator repair/replacement and other preventative maintenance
* Be able to problem shoot and identify mechanical issues prioritize repairs to keep fleet moving
* Insure that Targas standards are maintained with regard to tractor/trailer appearance, mechanical repair and conditioning
* Trouble shoot and install ELDs and scanners into all transport vehicles
* Clean and maintain shop to meet all regulatory and Targa policies and practices for the safety of all employees
* Schedule non-urgent maintenance requests received from drivers and log progress and completion
* Log all completed maintenance into tracking spreadsheets
* Insure that all tractors and trailers have mandatory maintenance performed in accordance with DOT policy and that Targas fleet remains in compliance
* Order parts, maintain inventory and store excess inventory appropriately
* Utilize company fleet vehicle to run parts as required, or, relocate transports to and from 3rd party shops
* Respond to call-outs utilizing fully equipped maintenance truck - - rotate responsibility and being on call with the mechanic team. Call-outs will require 24/7 response time
* Be willing to work with minimal supervision

MINIMUM ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS:

* High School diploma or GED required
* Two years mechanical experience with diesel tractors and hazmat trailers
* Demonstrated ability to perform rigorous outside and indoor duties including walking standing, climbing, stooping, squatting, bending, twisting, kneeling, reaching, sitting, lifting, grasping, pushing, pulling, and manual dexterity.
* Able to work on a computer with proficiency on email, excel
* Ability to lift, push and pull a minimum of 75 pounds to waist high.
* Willing to respond to calls on weekends, after hours and work overtime when required
* Physically able to transport equipment to and from vendors for repair, cleaning and inspections
* Self-motivated and able to work unsupervised
* Regular and reliable attendance is required

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* Prior experience working as a fleet mechanic.
* Requires or the ability to obtain a class A commercial drivers license with hazardous materials and tanker endorsements.
* Technical diesel school certificate or any DOT safety school certificate.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

* Ability to lift, push, and pull at least a minimum of 50lbs.
* Ability to work in changing climate conditions.
* Able to work in close quarters: i.e., work while kneeling, squatting, sitting, climbing, and standing.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY:

Targa Resources is an equal opportunity workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, marital or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other legally protected categories. This includes providing reasonable accommodation if requested for disabilities or religious beliefs and practices.

Targa Resources

Houston, TX

Targa Resources is one of North America's largest independent midstream energy providers. The company buys, develops, owns and operates a range of midstream energy assets, primarily in natural gas. The company's operations collect, compress, process, treat and sell natural gas. In addition, the company stores and transports natural gas, liquid petroleum gas and related products.

Targa Resources offers its employees generous benefits packages, which include medical and prescription drug coverage, vision, dental coverage and a flexible spending account. Employees receive an automatic 3 percent contribution of their pay into a retirement plan, and the company matches employee contributions up to 5 percent. Additional contributions may be made based on the company's financial results. The company also provides free lunches daily.

Employees say there is a youth movement afoot at Targa Resources, praising the "great young analysts who are friendly" and a "laid-back environment." The learning opportunities are "abundant" with rapid career advancement and "a lot of access" to top management. Some employees wish there was "more standardization of program processes" and indicate that systems and practices are "outdated."

 

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