Equipment Services Mechanic

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GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB

 

Performs responsible skilled mechanical work on a variety of automotive vehicles, and light and heavy equipment in the County.

 

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS

 

An employee in this class performs skilled equipment mechanic work for the County.  The employee conducts preventive maintenance and repairs on a wide variety of automotive and heavy equipment. Work includes the repair of gasoline and diesel engines, motors, brakes, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, and tires.  The employee exercises judgment in diagnosing malfunctions of vehicles and equipment and determining necessary repairs.  The employee is subject to standby and call back work.  Employee is also subject to hazards of automotive mechanics including working in both inside and outside environments, and exposure to various hazards such as noise, vibrations, moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, dusts, mists, fumes, odors, and oil.  Work is performed under regular supervision and is evaluated through observation while in progress and inspected upon completion.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND TASKS

 

Performs preventive maintenance and repair on a variety of vehicles, small motors, and heavy equipment.

 

Replaces or disassembles engines, makes necessary repairs and adjustments, replaces worn or defective parts.

 

Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment such as tune‑ups, checking lights, tires, oil changes, brake linings, wiper blades, horns, suspensions, etc.

 

Operates equipment such as lift jacks, tire changers, air guns, battery chargers, wrenches, cranes, air compressors, welding units, and other hand tools.

 

Lubricates, repairs and replaces parts and filters; cleans and replaces spark plugs, installs radiator hoses, and replaces belts; installs air conditioning compressor.

 

Changes, repairs and replaces tires; replaces and checks brakes, replaces hoses, etc.

 

Performs work on electrical, exhaust, transmission, brake, and hydraulic systems.

 

Provides estimates for large repair jobs.

 

Performs welding to repair or fabricate parts.

 

Performs NC Vehicle Inspections.

 

Prepares simple records of work activities.

 

Drive and operate a Rollback and Wrecker

 

24/7 On-Call Service performed in County, State and surrounding areas.

 

Clean Facility and Vehicles as needed.

 

Diagnosis, Installation, Repair and Removal of job related equipment. 

 

ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES

 

Performs related duties as required.

 

RECRUITMENT AND SELECTION GUIDELINES

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

 

Considerable knowledge of the methods, tools, parts and equipment used in the repair of light automotive passenger cars, trucks, and heavy construction and maintenance equipment.

 

Considerable knowledge of gasoline and diesel engine operation and repair.

 

Considerable knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, air conditioning, vacuum, and brake systems.

 

Working knowledge of safety hazards and precautions related to the work.

 

Working knowledge of the application of information technology to the work.

 

Skill in the use and the operations of tools and machinery used in automotive repair work.

 

Skill in welding and metal fabrication.

 

Ability to detect by inspection any worn or broken parts.

 

Ability to understand service manuals and schematic drawings.

 

Ability to operate vehicles safely.

 

Ability to follow instructions accurately.

 

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and other departments.

 

Ability to prepare and maintain records of work activities.

 

Ability and experience to operate a Wrecker and Rollback.

 

DESIRABLE EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

 

Graduation from High School supplemented by course work in mechanical and/or electrical trade skills, and a minimum of one (1) year of experience in related field.

 

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

 

Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver's License.

 

Ability to obtain North Carolina State Safety/Emissions Inspections Certification.