Posted: 26-Mar-26
Location: Gainesville, Virginia
Type: Full Time
Required Education:
Energize your future by joining our team at Northern Virginia Electric Cooperative (NOVEC)! NOVEC's mission is to create value for its members, employees and communities by providing safe, reliable electricity and quality products at competitive prices.
NOVEC is a locally owned electric distribution system headquartered in Manassas, VA. NOVEC provides reliable electric service to more than 180,000 homes and businesses in Clarke, Fairfax, Fauquier, Loudoun, Prince William and Stafford counties, the City of Manassas Park, and the Town of Clifton. NOVEC's service reliability is the best in the region with a 99.99% average system reliability.
As a leader on the high-tech frontier, NOVEC is using proven, cost-effective technology to improve productivity and reliability, reduce expenses, and increase cybersecurity – a national priority. Today’s technology includes what the industry calls "smart grid", as well as fiber optics, and mobile workforce.
OVERVIEW:
Diagnose, repair and maintain NOVEC’s fleet and equipment according to established schedules and as necessary to ensure availability of fleet in meeting business requirements and providing customer service.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other related duties may be assigned. An individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and effectively. Reasonable accommodation may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Diagnose, repair and maintain NOVEC’s fleet of vehicles to include construction, aerial and pool vehicles at a professional level to maintain all specifications, regulations and standards set by manufacturers of said equipment.
- Maintain garage work areas and storeroom in order to promote a safe work environment.
- Coordinate parts deliveries, vehicle deliveries and equipment during both routine schedules and emergency or storm restoration activities.
- Assist with review of policies and procedures in order to improve customer satisfaction and organizational effectiveness.
- Collaborate with internal customers as needed in order to design, fabricate, weld and install necessary accessories on NOVEC’s vehicles, such as ladder racks, wire racks, grab handles, safety equipment and other accessory options.
- Collectively perform emergency repairs on weekends, holidays, nights and all other times outside of standard working hours that may arise during emergency or storm restoration activities.
- Anticipate and meet rapidly changing vehicle platforms by staying abreast of new technology and maintaining the highest level of education available from a multitude of manufacturers.
- Perform all position responsibilities in accordance with NOVEC policies and procedures and VOSHA safety regulations.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- High School Diploma or GED is required.
- Completion of a two-year automotive training program from an accredited vocational or technical school, or completion of a Utility Fleet Technician training program is preferred.
- A minimum of one (1) year of automotive repair and maintenance experience in a customer-oriented environment is required.
- Experience in the repair and maintenance of fleet vehicles and equipment is preferred; experience in the repair and maintenance of utility fleet vehicles and equipment is highly preferred.
- A valid driver's license with safe driving history is required.
- Selected candidate must be able to obtain a Class A CDL within one year of hire.
- This is a union-represented role with set hourly rates per each step (level) in the position. The selected candidate will be placed into the appropriate step (level) based on number of years of experience and related education.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of generally accepted welding practices to repair and fabricate NOVEC equipment.
- Must have the ability to use special tools and advanced test equipment in order to facilitate time saving, cost effective and safe repair of vehicles and equipment.
- Ability to anticipate potential problems and apply the appropriate diagnosis in order to efficiently repair vehicles and/or equipment in an expedient manner.
- Assist with review of policies and procedures in order to improve customer satisfaction and organizational effectiveness.
- Ability to eventually demonstrate an advanced working knowledge of each vehicle and system to maintain and repair fleet vehicles and equipment.
- Ability to adopt a strategy to enhance ones knowledge, by accepting an ongoing training plan through the use of web-based training along with after hours training in order to anticipate and meet rapidly changing vehicle and equipment platforms.
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Competitive salary and Incentive plan
- Premier health benefits, including an onsite wellness center.
- Survivor and Disability benefits
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% base salary match and an additional match of your contribution at a rate of 50% up to the first 12%
- Life insurance
- Vacation, Sick and Holiday Leave
- Educational Assistance
- Annual Company Events
If you're ready to take the next step towards advancing your career, apply today! NOVEC is an equal opportunity employer and participates in E-Verify. We do not provide sponsorship for this position.