Join Our Team as an Automotive Technician II or III at Trico Electric Cooperative!
Posting Period: Wednesday, March 25th - Until filled
Hourly Wage: $34.16 - $42.42
Cooperative Expectations
We are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, where employees are empowered to grow, collaborate, and contribute to meaningful work. Just as we strive to provide 5-star customer service to our members, we also hold ourselves to the highest standards in how we work and support one another.
What You Will Do:
Trico Electric Cooperative is seeking an experienced Automotive Technician (Level II or Level III) to support the maintenance and repair of Cooperative fleet vehicles and heavy equipment. Placement at Level II or Level III will be determined based on experience, certifications, and demonstrated competencies.
This position is responsible for performing preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and mechanical repairs on light-duty vehicles, medium/heavy trucks, and equipment. Work may be performed in the shop or in the field. Level III technicians perform advanced diagnostics and repairs and may serve as a technical resource in the absence of supervision.
What You Bring to Trico:
Level II
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum three (3) years of experience as an automotive technician with light truck maintenance and repair
ASE certifications (or ability to obtain within one year) in:
T4 Brakes
T5 Suspension & Steering
T8 Preventative Maintenance Inspection
Ability to obtain a Class A Arizona CDL with tanker endorsement within one year
Ability to obtain forklift certification
Ability to work irregular hours, nights, or weekends as needed
Level III
High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum five (5) years of experience with diesel medium/heavy trucks and heavy equipment
Advanced diagnostic and repair experience
ASE certifications (or ability to obtain within one year) in required categories
Ability to obtain and maintain emissions inspection certification
Valid Class A Arizona CDL with tanker endorsement
Ability to obtain forklift certification
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
Why work at Trico
Trico Electric Cooperative is a member-owned, not-for-profit, distribution cooperative headquartered in Marana, Arizona. We service more than 55,000 Members in rural areas surrounding the City of Tucson across three counties in southern Arizona. Trico is dedicated to making a difference in the communities we serve by providing our Members cost-effective and sustainable energy solutions. In our pursuit of excellence, Trico seeks innovative ways to enhance utility services, ensuring they align with the dynamic needs of our communities. We understand the importance of staying ahead of the curve and are dedicated to exploring cutting-edge solutions that redefine the provision of critical resources. Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated employees of our company who demonstrate Trico’s Core Values of: Service, Dependability, Innovation, and Integrity.
What We Offer
Trico’s success is rooted in our employees’ talent, well-being, health, and safety. As an electric cooperative and utility, our role in the community is vital, and we recognize the value of a high-achieving and diverse workforce to serve our Members.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and their families and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:
Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
401(k) plan with employer matching
Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
MTO/Catastrophic Leave
Holiday pay
Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
Trico Electric Cooperative, Inc. is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.
Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement
To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, Members, and the communities we serve, Trico is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, Trico considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.
Work Authorization
All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Trico does not sponsor employment-related visas.
Trico Electric Cooperative is a member-owned, not-for-profit, distribution cooperative headquartered in Marana, Arizona. We service more than 45,000 Members in rural areas surrounding the City of Tucson across three counties in southern Arizona. The majority of Trico’s service territory is to the west of Tucson and spans approximately 66 miles east to west and 80 miles north to south, extending to the border with Mexico. Overall, Trico’s service area encompasses 2,346 square miles.
Area farmers and ranchers organized Trico in 1945 under the Rural Electrification Act that was enacted to bring electricity to the rural areas of the United States. Three years later, Trico’s first electrical lines were energized. A Certificate of Convenience and Necessity issued by the Arizona Corporation Commission in 1966 provides Trico the exclusive right to provide electric distribution service in its territory. Between 1987 and the present, additional Certificates were issued for the SaddleBrooke and Oracle Junction areas, adding 32 square miles to the northern part of Trico’s service area.
At Trico, it’s more than just a job and our members are more than just customers. Employees are proud t...o be part of the co-op family and strongly believe in our mission of delivering safe, affordable and reliable power to those we serve. They take the responsibility of ensuring the power stays on in our communities, this commitment of all employees unites us into the cooperative family. Our present and future success depends on the creative and dedicated employees of our company who demonstrate Trico’s Core Values of: Service, Dependability, Innovation, and Integrity.
Be part of a community that’s driven to meet the needs of the present while contributing to a sustainable future.
