Highway Technical Mechanic 1

Job Title: Highway Technical Mechanic 1-5 Job Code: 2211-2215FLSA: Non-Exempt Revision Date: July 2016NATURE OF WORKUnder general supervision, performs maintenance, repairs and adjustments on vehicles, heavy equipment and other power-driven equipment and machinery, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties. Performs preventive maintenance on County vehicles and heavy equipment to maximize the effective life cycle of the equipment, reduce downtime and improve the productivity of County workers. Inspects and diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems on County trucks, specialty vehicles and heavy equipment; determines extent of necessary repairs, and prioritizes work; performs maintenance and repairs within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures. Diagnoses, repairs and overhauls vehicles and heavy equipment engines, transmissions, power trains, braking, and steering; uses technical manuals and computer equipment to diagnose and correct vehicle problems and faults. Diagnoses and repairs component systems and sub-systems for electrical, fuel supply systems, hydraulic & pneumatic systems, and engine cooling systems. Performs technical equipment repairs, including repairing mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems, engines and components. Transports equipment from the field to the repair shop facility; performs emergency repairs in the field as required; identifies and reports vehicle problems requiring additional maintenance and repair; notifies supervisors of repair problems beyond the scope of authority. Reviews status of vehicles and equipment, performs safety inspections, and recommends equipment replacement and major repair options; installs auxiliary and specialized equipment. Performs arc and acetylene welding as required; fabricates metal parts and tools; builds and modifies metal components, and performs body repair and other metal component repairs. Orders parts as needed, researches and selects vendors and other supply sources; maintains records of parts requisitions and inventory. Maintains work orders, records and logs of services performed and general vehicle information; reports any operational problems to the supervisor in a timely manner, and completes other reports as required. Performs routine shop facility maintenance; cleans work areas and picks up debris; disposes of lubricants and chemicals used in equipment servicing and maintenance in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures. Controls work site to assure that safety rules and regulations are adhered to, and that the work zone and all equipment are in safe operating condition. Recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries. Provides backup to other Highway staff and responds when called out for emergencies. Provide your own hand tools for expected scope of work.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT / PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work is performed in repair and maintenance facilities; moderate physical demands; strength sufficient to lift and move items weighing up to eighty (80) pounds; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment; requires vision capacity to perform fine calibrations and differentiate between colored wires. Page BreakEMPLOYMENT STANDARDS:High School Diploma or GED equivalent; AND four (4) year’s work experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and heavy equipment; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. A valid Commercial Driver’s License is required and Traffic Control Flagger card may be required; additional specific technical training and certifications may be required. KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS REQUIRED:Knowledge of: County policies and procedures. Gasoline & diesel engines, power trains, hydraulics & pneumatics, and mechanical & electrical systems. Metal fabrication and welding methods and procedures. Methods used in a preventive maintenance program. Methods, tools and equipment used in the repair of vehicles and heavy equipment. County safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions. Safety standards and practices in a shop environment. Federal and state safety laws and regulations, including drug and alcohol testing guidelines for CDL.Skills in: Inspecting, diagnosing and repairing mechanical, brake, fuel and electrical problems in a wide variety of vehicles and heavy equipment. Performing computerized diagnostic tests on vehicle components and equipment. Maintaining equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures. Welding, metal fabricating and adapting parts and tools to specific repairs. Identifying safety problems. Safe use of power and hand tools, and chemicals, lubricants and cleaning compounds. Reading and interpreting technical manuals and specifications. Maintaining accurate service records. Following safe work practices. Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers. Following verbal and written instructions.