Mechanic 2 - Administration - General Services - Kanawha Co.

Under general supervision, will perform full performance level work in the preventive maintenance and repair of commercial lawn equipment for the General Services Division Grounds Section.  Will perform preventive maintenance and repair of electrical, diesel and gasoline powered groundskeeping equipment and machines and small hand and power tools.  Will maintain records on preventive maintenance and services performed and repairs completed on all equipment.  Has accountability for all small hand and power tools and maintains a basic inventory of parts and supplies for equipment.  Promotes preventive maintenance as a strategy for maintaining equipment by developing and recommending preventive maintenance programs and schedules, instructing grounds employees on the proper methods of operation and upkeep of equipment, inspecting tools and equipment for condition, repairing, cleaning, adjusting or lubrication and notifying the supervisor or manager of signs of equipment abuse or neglect.  Prepares riding mowers, tractors and trucks for specific uses by changing, checking and adjusting attachments to vehicles such as snow blowers, brooms, blades and buckets.  Must be able to lift and/or transport supplies, equipment and machinery weighing up to 50 pounds on a frequent basis and up to 100 pounds on an occasional basis.  A valid driver’s license is required.  Grounds employees are designated as essential and must report to work as scheduled when state offices may be closed due to severe weather.  May be required to assist grounds keeping staff with duties to include mowing, grass trimming, planting, snow removal, etc.  Overtime may be required.  Performs other related work as required.  The ideal candidate will have electronic record keeping capabilities.  As a condition of employment, an inquiry into job-related information will be completed which may include, but is not limited to criminal records, abuse registry records, driving records, employment history and education and training.  Failing to cooperate with this process, providing false and incomplete information or discovery of disqualifying information will result in denial of or dismissal from employment or denial of transfer irrespective of when discovered.

Examples of Work

• Performs maintenance, repair and minor overhaul on gasoline powered equipment.
• Repairs hydraulic brake system, (i.e. rebuild wheel cylinders, install brake shoes, rebuild disc brake calipers, install disc brake pads, replace master cylinders, etc.).
• Repairs, replaces and balances tires.
• Replaces equipment components such as exhaust systems, cooling systems, universal joints, fuel filters, oil filters, transmission filters, spark plugs, etc.
• Repairs minor electrical defects (i.e. wire splices, add on lights, etc.).
• Replaces body parts such as locks, lights, windshield wipers, bumpers, adjusts doors, door glasses, and performs minor body adjustments.
• Repairs or replaces body parts damaged by collision/corrosion.
• Pulls damaged body parts and applies body filler.
• Primers, sands, seals, and paints automotive body components.
• Performs oil changes and chassis lubrication.
• Assists other mechanics in performing major repair work.
• Drives vehicle after repairs to test operation.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 

• Knowledge of lubricating systems and oils, greases and attachments used to lubricate automotive and related equipment.
• Knowledge of body repair equipment and materials.
• Knowledge of equipment operation, utilization and repair methods and complex components of automotive equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary standard safety precautions.
• Skill in the use of tools and equipment used in the repair of motor driven equipment.
• Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Ability to maintain simple records (i.e. time cards, repair work orders, etc.).
• Ability to perform minor repairs and brake work.
• Ability to perform heavy physical labor.

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IMPORTANT: Your eligibility will be based on information provided in your resume or application; therefore, make sure your resume or application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application OR upload a resume to your submission.

ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" of your form DD214 and/or your VA Letter. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority.  If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact that information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel. Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.

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Training: No formal education required.
 
Experience: Two years of full-time or equivalent part-time paid experience in service/mechanical work on automobiles or motor driven equipment. 
Special Requirement: A valid driver's license is required.

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Salary : $29,070 - $49,360