Mechanic Student

Overview

Classification:
Student

Work Hours:

15 – 29 hours / week: M – F

About KUB: KUB is one of the largest public utilities in the country providing safe, reliable, and affordable electric, gas, water, wastewater, and fiber services to more than 520,000 customers in Knoxville and parts of seven surrounding counties. We are looking for employees who want to be a part of a mission-driven organization with strong values that support a skilled, diverse, and inclusive workforce.

About the Role:

This student position is designed to provide experience with basic preventative maintenance activities and exposure to more complex diagnostics and repairs. The student will be required to complete the following tasks individually or under direct supervision: perform oil changes and inspections of all vehicle types; perform minor repairs (e.g. brake lights, headlights, spotlights, tires) identified during preventive maintenance inspections; replace brakes on vehicles with a GVW of 20,000 or less;

drive noncommercial vehicles into the shop from KUB campus; raise/lower vehicles onto lifts; assist trained technicians with larger more complex diagnostics and repairs; receive all applicable safety and job preparedness training.

• Perform oil changes and inspections of all vehicle types
• Perform minor repairs (e.g. brake lights, headlights, spotlights, tires) identified during preventive maintenance inspections
• Replace brakes on vehicles with a GVW of 20,000 or less
• Drive noncommercial vehicles into the shop from KUB campus
• Raise/lower vehicles onto lifts
• Assist trained technicians with larger more complex diagnostics and repairs
• Receive all applicable safety and job preparedness training

• Physical Requirements:
  
  Requires bending, stooping, lifting, and working in awkward and strenuous positions to repair or inspect vehicles and construction equipment. Requires above normal mental and visual alertness quite frequently. Physical demands for a specific position within this classification may vary and/or exceed those demands described above.
• Minimum Requirements:
• Must be a full-time student at an accredited college, university, or technical school with a program duration of 12+ months
• Must have and maintain a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.5 or higher
• Must be available to work a minimum of 15 hours per week, Monday through Friday between the hours of 2:30 pm to 11:00 pm
• Must have good oral and written communication skills
• Valid driver’s license
• Please note that due to job responsibilities, KUB does not provide immigration sponsorship for and/or based on this position.

• Pursuing an education in Automotive Technology, Collision Repair Technology, or Diesel-Powered Equipment Technology
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong customer service skills

• Phase 1 – Apply online .org
• Phase 2 – Experience, training, and education evaluation
• Phase 3 – Interview with department representatives
• Phase 4 – Written, performance, and behavioral exercises
• Phase 5 – Background Investigation
• Phase 6 – Physical assessment and/or drug screen*
• * KUB is part of the Tennessee Drug Free Workplace Program
• If special accommodations are needed at any phase of the selection process, please notify Human Resources in advance.

Knoxville Utilities Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer