Equipment Mechanic I/II

Assists in the inspection and location of mechanical defects in automobiles, trucks, tractors, power shovels, mowers, motor graders, loaders, rollers, and other types of mechanical equipment used in public works maintenance, grounds maintenance, and construction; assists in making major and minor mechanical repairs, including general overhauls; tears down, replaces and reassembles transmissions and differentials, hydraulic and electrical systems; relines and adjusts brakes; rebuilds, sharpens mower cutting units; does safety inspections of golf carts; changes and repairs tires; welds; keeps maintenance records and orders repair parts; and operates a truck and other motorized equipment as required.

Knowledge of:
The operating principles of automotive, grounds maintenance and construction equipment; the methods, equipment and tools required in the repair of automotive, grounds maintenance and construction equipment.

Ability to:
Diagnose mechanical troubles; use sound judgment; operate trucks and construction equipment; work cooperatively with others; use the methods, equipment and tools required in the repair of automotive, grounds maintenance and construction equipment. Stand for long periods of time; lift and move heavy objects up to 100 pounds; use explosive force to break loose parts or move heavy items; bend or stoop repeatedly; perform other physical demands of heavy equipment repair.

Inspects, lubricates, services and locates mechanical defects in trucks, tractors, mowers, motor graders, loaders, rollers, and other types of mechanical equipment used in construction, grounds maintenance and public works; makes major and minor mechanical repairs, including general overhauls; tears down, replaces and reassembles mechanical assemblies; repairs hydraulic and electrical systems; replaces and adjusts brakes on automobiles, trucks and equipment, overhauls and sharpens mower cutting units; does safety inspections on golf carts, heavy trucks, cranes and electrical equipment; changes and repairs tires; welds and fabricates steel components; operates trucks and other motorized equipment; keeps maintenance records and orders repair parts; and does other related work as required.

Knowledge of:
The operating principles of automotive, grounds maintenance and construction equipment; methods, equipment and tools required in the repair of automotive, grounds maintenance and construction equipment.

Ability to:
Use methods, equipment and tools required in the repair of automotive and construction equipment; diagnose mechanical and electrical troubles; use sound judgment; complete forms and maintain manual and computerized records; operate trucks and construction equipment; work cooperatively with others. Stand for long periods of time; lift and move heavy objects up to 100 pounds; use explosive force to break loose parts or move heavy items; bend or stoop repeatedly; perform other physical demands of heavy equipment repair.

A combination of education, training, and experience resulting in the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. An example of qualifying education and experience includes:

A valid CALIFORNIA  driver's license is required at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment. Possession of a Class A CALIFORNIA driver's license is required by the end of the six month probationary period. Certification by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and/or other recognized certifications will be required when the certification is required for performance of job duties.

This class specification generally describes the duties and responsibilities characteristic of the position(s) within this class. The duties of a particular position within a multi-position class may vary from the duties of other positions within the class. Accordingly, the essential functions of a particular position (whether it be a multi-position class or a single-position class) will be identified and used by medical examiners and hiring authorities in the selection process. If you have any questions regarding the duties or the working conditions of the position, please contact the Personnel Department at (805) 781-5959.