Automotive Technician - Heavy Equipment

Jefferson County Commission is seeking qualified Automotive Technicians to work with heavy equipment, including graders, bulldozers, backhoes, tractors, and other specialized gasoline and diesel-powered machinery. In this role, incumbents will perform journeyman-level mechanical repair and maintenance tasks, ensuring equipment is in proper working condition. Responsibilities include inspecting machinery to identify maintenance or repair needs, executing repairs, and utilizing independent judgment to determine appropriate methods of repair

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

The following are job-related qualifications that are required for employment consideration for this position:

• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) or the ability to obtain a CDL within 180 days of hire.
• Completion of coursework/certification program OR gained work experience in the following areas:
• Diagnosing problems with diesel engines using manual tools and gauges.
• Diagnosing problems with diesel engines using scan tools or a computer.
• Performing repairs on diesel and gasoline engines.
• Performing electrical repairs on automobiles and trucks.
• Inspecting and repairing steering and suspension.
• Inspecting and repairing air brake systems.
• Inspecting and repairing fluid hydraulic systems.
• Inspecting and repairing heavy equipment undercarriages (track chains, rollers, idlers, recoil springs, suspension, etc.).

TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:

• Performs minor bodywork on rolling stock as needed.
• Performs repairs on heavy equipment.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on hydraulic systems (e.g. braking systems, lifts, backhoes, loaders).
• Inspects equipment/rolling stock before and after completing work and reads reference materials to guide maintenance and repairs.
• Fabricates parts for equipment and/or rolling stock.
• Performs preventive maintenance (PM) and tune-ups on heavy equipment (e.g., tractor, bulldozer, backhoe, loader) based on each vehicle’s PM schedule.
• Maintains building, grounds, and equipment.
• Repairs or replaces tires or tracks on heavy equipment using appropriate tools and apparatus.
• Goes to worksites to retrieve equipment or make repairs.