800x600 Normal 0 false false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Job Title: Highway Technical Mechanic 1-5 Job Code: 2211-2215 FLSA: Non-Exempt Revision Date: July 2016
NATURE OF WORK
Under general supervision, performs maintenance, repairs and adjustments on vehicles, heavy equipment and other power-driven equipment and machinery, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.
· Performs preventive maintenance on County vehicles and heavy equipment to maximize the effective life cycle of the equipment, reduce downtime and improve the productivity of County workers. · Inspects and diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems on County trucks, specialty vehicles and heavy equipment; determines extent of necessary repairs, and prioritizes work; performs maintenance and repairs within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures. · Diagnoses, repairs and overhauls vehicles and heavy equipment engines, transmissions, power trains, braking, and steering; uses technical manuals and computer equipment to diagnose and correct vehicle problems and faults. · Diagnoses and repairs component systems and sub-systems for electrical, fuel supply systems, hydraulic & pneumatic systems, and engine cooling systems. · Performs technical equipment repairs, including repairing mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems, engines and components. · Transports equipment from the field to the repair shop facility; performs emergency repairs in the field as required; identifies and reports vehicle problems requiring additional maintenance and repair; notifies supervisors of repair problems beyond the scope of authority. · Reviews status of vehicles and equipment, performs safety inspections, and recommends equipment replacement and major repair options; installs auxiliary and specialized equipment. · Performs arc and acetylene welding as required; fabricates metal parts and tools; builds and modifies metal components, and performs body repair and other metal component repairs. · Orders parts as needed, researches and selects vendors and other supply sources; maintains records of parts requisitions and inventory. · Maintains work orders, records and logs of services performed and general vehicle information; reports any operational problems to the supervisor in a timely manner, and completes other reports as required. · Performs routine shop facility maintenance; cleans work areas and picks up debris; disposes of lubricants and chemicals used in equipment servicing and maintenance in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures. · Controls work site to assure that safety rules and regulations are adhered to, and that the work zone and all equipment are in safe operating condition. · Recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries. · Provides backup to other Highway staff and responds when called out for emergencies. · Provide your own hand tools for expected scope of work.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Work is performed in repair and maintenance facilities; moderate physical demands; strength sufficient to lift and move items weighing up to eighty (80) pounds; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment; requires vision capacity to perform fine calibrations and differentiate between colored wires.
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EMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND four (4) year’s work experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and heavy equipment; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
A valid Commercial Driver’s License is required and Traffic Control Flagger card may be required; additional specific technical training and certifications may be required.
KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS REQUIRED:
Knowledge of:
· County policies and procedures. · Gasoline & diesel engines, power trains, hydraulics & pneumatics, and mechanical & electrical systems. · Metal fabrication and welding methods and procedures. · Methods used in a preventive maintenance program. · Methods, tools and equipment used in the repair of vehicles and heavy equipment. · County safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions. · Safety standards and practices in a shop environment. · Federal and state safety laws and regulations, including drug and alcohol testing guidelines for CDL.
Skills in:
· Inspecting, diagnosing and repairing mechanical, brake, fuel and electrical problems in a wide variety of vehicles and heavy equipment. · Performing computerized diagnostic tests on vehicle components and equipment. · Maintaining equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures. · Welding, metal fabricating and adapting parts and tools to specific repairs. · Identifying safety problems. · Safe use of power and hand tools, and chemicals, lubricants and cleaning compounds. · Reading and interpreting technical manuals and specifications. · Maintaining accurate service records. · Following safe work practices. · Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers. · Following verbal and written instructions.