Mechanic-I PT

Under general direction, performs skilled work in the maintenance and repair of automotive, medium truck, heavy truck, and heavy equipment.  Oral and written instructions are received as to the nature of the work to be performed. Work is checked and/or tested upon its completion.  The employee is required to diagnose and repair independently of any technical supervision while making on-the-road repairs. Employees use independent judgment as to the best method of repair

(All duties listed may not be included in any one position, nor does the list include all tasks found in a position of this class.)

 

Vehicle Repair/Maintenance. Performs repairs on trucks, automobiles, tractor mowers, and some pieces of heavy equipment.  Lines and adjusts brakes, repairs, and installs fuel pumps, generators, and carburetors.  Tunes adjusts motors, aligns front ends, replaces springs and shock absorbers, changes tires, and greases equipment.  Overhauls automobiles and trucks, including repairing and installing wiring systems, motors, main bearings, crankshafts, piston rings, steering systems, wheel systems, brake systems, instrument panels, transmissions, and clutch assemblies, differentials, dumping mechanisms, and any other defective parts. Perform preventative maintenance and field repairs on all county vehicles and equipment as necessary during adverse weather/environmental conditions. Routine welding and fabrication work is also performed on vehicles and equipment. 

 

Diagnostics. Diagnosis and repairs computer-controlled systems, electrical systems, brakes, steering, suspensions, drive train components, differentials, transfer cases, transmission, gasoline, and diesel-powered engines, HVAC systems, and hydraulic systems. 

 

Engine Rebuilds. Rebuilds engines, disassemble and reassemble motor blocks.  Replace and adjust bearings, crankshafts, rods, valves, camshafts, oil pumps, flywheels, and clutch assemblies.  Operates special machine tools used in engine block boring, valve seat refacing, and valve grinding.

 

Other. Repairs rebuilds, and installs carburetors, generators, starters, and magnetos.   Performs related work as required.

Continuing Education. Participate in education and training opportunities to stay updated on the job knowledge 

• Must have a high school diploma or GED. Two years minimum experience in the repair of automotive equipment 

• Considerable knowledge of the principles of operation of automotive and other gasoline-powered equipment; significant knowledge of the principles and practices applied in the safe and efficient repair of internal combustion equipment and the safe and efficient use of mechanic's tools and equipment; working knowledge of the principles of operation of heavy construction and other diesel-powered equipment; skill in the use of modern equipment and resource in automotive equipment. Ability to adapt available tools and repairs parts to specific repair problems. Must safely operate and maintain assigned equipment and tools. Ability to learn, understand, and apply pertinent rules, regulations, and county policies and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain and professional relationships with co-workers. 

• Must have the physical ability to perform heavy lifting of up to 150 lbs. and work in awkward positions. Ability to understand and follow out oral and written instructions. Ability to effectively communicate in both verbal and written form.

Environmental Working Condition 

• Work is performed indoors and outdoors, and employees may be subject to extreme temperatures, adverse weather conditions, and high noise levels. 
• Work is performed around machinery and equipment and risks exposure to traffic hazards, electrical currents, adverse weather conditions, noise extremes, wetness, humidity, heights, fumes, dust, odors, solvents, grease/oil, skin irritants, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibrations.

• Must hold a valid Commercial Driver’s License and be insurable by the Madison County Commission’s risk underwriters.

Salary : $36,192