Diesel/Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Fleet Maintenance Technician IV)

DeKalb County Government; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid pension plan

Health care insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life Insurance benefit

Flexible Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Holidays

Paid Leave

Deferred Compensation

Job summary

DeKalb County Government in Decatur is seeking a Diesel Mechanic to operate machinery and perform maintenance on heavy equipment. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED and extensive automotive repair experience, preferably three years in relevant fields. This position requires a valid Georgia driver’s license and includes responsibilities such as troubleshooting mechanical problems, welding, and preparing new equipment. The role offers competitive benefits and is crucial for maintaining county services.

Qualifications

• Three years of automotive, heavy truck, or heavy equipment maintenance repair experience.
• One year at the journeyman level in repair and maintenance of gas and diesel powered heavy trucks.
• Possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Operate various machinery and tools to complete work assignments.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and repairs on heavy equipment.
• Inspect and test equipment systems for any issues.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose electrical, hydraulic, and engine problems.
• Weld and fabricate parts as needed.
• Prepare and commission new equipment and accessories.
• Decommission equipment for proper disposition.

Skills

Automotive repair

Heavy equipment maintenance

Welding

Troubleshooting

Use of power tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vocational training in automotive repair

Job description

Overview

As a Diesel Mechanic, you will be instrumental in promoting good government in DeKalb County. Duties include:

• Operate or use various machinery, equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies in order to complete work assignments; operates and maintains maintenance equipment; maintains a mechanics toolbox; and maintains equipment-specific tools.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance; changes oil, hydraulic fluid, air filters, fuel filters, and other expendables as required; inspects seals, hoses, and tires for wear or damage; and arranges replacement as needed.
• Perform equipment inspections; inspects and tests all equipment systems, including drive train, engine operation, transmission operation, suspension, steering, brakes, hydraulics, electrical system, and HVAC; completes or revises work order for repairs; obtains (pulls, fabricates, or orders) required parts; and inspects completed work.
• Repair heavy equipment; gathers information from operator reports, equipment manuals, and fault codes; troubleshoots and diagnoses electrical, hydraulic and engine problems; utilizes multi-meter, test light, pressure gauges, flow meters, vacuum and compression gauges, etc.; identifies items and systems needing repair; completes required repairs; and ensures equipment operation and performance is within specified limits.
• Weld and fabricate parts; welds broken parts; fabricates replacement parts; replaces parts or structures to vehicles; and verifies parts operate according to specifications.
• Prepare and commission new equipment and accessories; completes records for new equipment; adds stencil numbers; and installs accessories such as fire extinguishers, first aid kits, etc.
• Decommission equipment; removes County decals, equipment, accessories, and other property; and ensures equipment is ready for disposition.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED, with vocational training or technical training in automotive repair or a related field
• Three years of automotive, heavy truck, or heavy equipment maintenance repair experience including one year at the journeyman level in the repair and maintenance of gas and diesel powered heavy trucks, road maintenance equipment, and other related equipment
• You will qualify if you have any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job

Specific License or Certification Required: You must possess and maintain a valid Georgia driver’s license. Some positions may be required to obtain a commercial driver’s license (CDL) appropriate for the level of equipment operated within six (6) months of starting employment in this classification

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid defined benefit/defined contribution pension plan
• Health care insurance plan options including a traditional HMO, POS & HSA
• Dental and vision insurance options
• Basic Life Insurance benefit of 2.25 times an employee’s annual salary rounded up to the next $1,000
• Flexible Spending Account Plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Deferred Compensation
• Peach State Credit Union
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Leave - 13 days sick leave and a minimum 15 days of annual leave per year