Qualifications
A high school diploma or the equivalent, supplemented by training in automotive and equipment repair, plus four years of progressively responsible experience in vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair, or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience substituting on a year-for-year basis. Must have a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-B) free of air brake restriction at time of appointment. All candidates with a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-B) will be required to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) within one year of hire.
Class 7 PA State Inspection License.
Ability to obtain Class 8 Enhanced Emission Inspection License within 6 months of hire.
Automotive Air Conditioning EPA Section 609 Certification.
A.S.E. Auto and Truck certification preferred.
Full set of automotive service tools.
Ability to obtain Under Ground Storage Tank Class A & B certification within one year of hire.
Considerable knowledge of the tools, equipment, and methods of vehicle and equipment overhaul and repair.
Considerable knowledge of the work standards and safety procedures in vehicle and equipment overhaul and repair.
Considerable skill in the use of mechanic's tools.
Considerable ability to perform vehicle and equipment overhaul and repair safely, effectively and efficiently.
Considerable ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers and vendors.
Considerable ability to follow oral and written instructions and to learn Township procedures.
Superior ability to communicate orally.
Superior ability to fill out forms and charts.
Superior skill and ability to utilize computer driven vehicle diagnostic software.
Superior ability to utilize personal computers and computer driven software e.g. word processing and spreadsheet applications.
Some ability to oversee the work of others.
Benefits
Lower Merion Township offers a complete benefits package to full-time employees including: Medical/Prescription, Dental and Vision; Group Term Life, AD&D (based on position) and Long Term Disability Insurance; Supplemental Life Insurance; Pension; Deferred Compensation Plan; paid holidays, vacation, personal and sick leave.