What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Equipment Mechanic II position at Macon-Bibb County Government?
The Heavy Equipment Mechanic II is responsible for the maintenance of heavy trucks and on/off road equipment, as pertains to the Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Department.
- Inspects heavy vehicles for safety: checking and adjusting lights, brakes, horn, steering, emission control, tires, and other safety checks.
- Services, changes, and replaces oils; lubricates chassis; packs bearings; changes hydraulic fluids; and checks differential level.
- Adjusts, repairs, or replaces valves, carburetors, timing, linkages, clutch, fuel injector systems, hydraulic systems (pumps, valves and lines), compressors, tracks, air brake systems or other brakes, emission system, and other adjustments related to heavy vehicles.
- Removes and replaces exhaust systems, shocks, stabilizers, brake shoes, bushings, gaskets, spark plugs, condensers, cables, wires, bulbs, and other devices.
- Tests by use of instruments, road test and mechanical equipment test devices.
- Overhauls all types of brake systems, hydraulic systems, engines (gasoline and diesel), transmissions, front-ends, rear-ends, and other major repairs.
- Services or repairs heaters, makes minor electrical repairs and repairs other systems on heavy equipment.
- Keeps shop in order.
The Heavy Equipment Mechanic II should possess a high school degree or GED and minimum of two (2) years' experience in heavy equipment or related vehicle repair; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities of the position.
Necessary Requirements:
- Possession of a valid Georgia Motor Vehicle Operator's License or obtain one within six months of hire.
- Must be able to furnish own tools.
- Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License with no air brake restrictions or obtain one within six months of hire.
- Must meet the requirements of one of the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification programs, including renewal requirements
- Knowledge of the principles, materials, techniques, terminology, and tools of the trade.
- Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
- Ability to diagnose defects in equipment and related vehicles.
- Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
- Ability to maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees and with members of the general public.
- Skill in the use of the tools, machinery, and related equipment of the trade.
If you have any problems submitting your application, please contact the NeoGov Applicant Support Hotline Toll Free at 855-524-5627, 9:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (ET)
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER
Salary : $43,992
