EQUIPMENT MECHANIC 2

State-of-Nevad; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nevada Highway Patrol (NHP) in Reno is seeking an Equipment Mechanic 2 to maintain, diagnose, repair, and modify a diverse fleet of light, medium, and heavy vehicles, including Ford Explorers, F-150s, and Dodge Chargers, plus diesel generators.

Expect to use diagnostic equipment, manuals, and service bulletins to determine repairs, order parts, and perform extensive electrical, fuel, and mechanical work under supervision, ensuring patrol operations remain safe and reliable.

Qualifications

• Completion of an automotive/equipment repair apprenticeship program or related Nevada state programs.
• OR completion of Equipment Mechanic-In-Training program in Nevada State service.
• OR one year experience as Equipment Mechanic I in Nevada State service.
• Equivalent education and experience combination accepted.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose and repair components by test drives, checks, and diagnostic tools.
• Repair/maintain brakes, steering, suspension, transmission, and electrical systems.
• Fabricate/install parts and modify equipment as required.
• Order parts and assist with repairs using manuals and schematics.
• Perform mechanical inspections and ensure safety of the fleet.

Skills

Diagnostics

Reading schematics

Manual dexterity

Education

Auto repair apprenticeship

Equipment Mechanic-In-Training program

Experience as Equipment Mechanic I

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Parts manuals

Blueprints and schematics

Job description

The Nevada Highway Patrol Division (NHP) is seeking an Equipment Mechanic 2 to join the Reno shop team. This role is critical to maintaining, diagnosing, repairing, and modifying a diverse fleet of light, medium, and heavy vehicles, including Ford Explorers, F150s, and Dodge Chargers as well as diesel-fueled electric power generators. As an integral member of the NHP team, you will play a key role in ensuring the safety and reliability of the fleet that supports Nevada's law enforcement operations.

Completion of a recognized automotive/equipment repair apprenticeship program; OR completion of the Equipment Mechanic-In-Training program in Nevada State service; OR one year experience as an Equipment Mechanic I in Nevada State service; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience as described above.

Determine the cause and extent of component or system failure through test drives, pressure and temperature checks, visual inspection, use of diagnostic equipment, and reference to technical service manuals, service information bulletins, blueprints, and schematic manuals; diagnose malfunction and order parts required for repairs by researching parts manual to locate proper parts, contact vendors if necessary, and complete purchase requisitions.

Repair and/or rebuild brake systems including disc, drum, and air brakes; replace brake shoes and pads; turn drums and rotors on a brake lathe; rebuild master cylinder and wheel cylinders and replace brake lines; repair or replace defective air brake components such as air valves, compressors, air tanks, air dryers, air lines, and air chambers.

Repair and/or replace steering and suspension system components such as manual or power-assist steering boxes, power steering pumps and lines, tie rod ends, steering columns, bushings, king pins, springs, ball joints, torsion bars, and shock absorbers.

Repair and/or replace differential and drive line components; remove and disassemble differentials; replace faulty parts, bearings, and seals; reassemble and reinstall differentials; remove drive shafts; replace universal joints; check alignment and balance and reinstall drive shafts.

Repair and service automatic and manual transmissions; replace transmission fluid and filters; replace seals; and repair or replace clutch assemblies.

Maintain and repair electrical and wiring systems; repair or replace generators and alternators; test and replace batteries; locate and replace faulty fuses and wiring in electrical circuitry; replace ignition system components; service and repair starters; and replace or install wiring, connectors, switches, motors, and lamps.

Fabricate and install parts, components, and special use items; measure and draw plans; calculate material requirements; cut and assemble the item by either welding or bolting together; and install the finished product.

Perform related duties as assigned.

Under general supervision, incumbents perform the full range of duties described in the series concept to include journey level duties such as extensive electrical and fuel system diagnosis and repair work, rebuilding complete transmissions, converting surplus military vehicles to fire apparatus, and performing mechanical inspections of vehicles involved in accidents.

This job specification lists the major knowledge, skills and abilities of the job and is not all inclusive. Incumbent(s) will be expected to have knowledge, skills and abilities from a previous level.

Working knowledge of:

equipment systems and operating characteristics of equipment; methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the assembly, overhaul, repair, and adjustment of automotive equipment.

Ability to:

read and understand repair orders, service manuals, operating systems manuals, and hydraulic and electrical schematics; diagnose and determine repairs necessary to restore a system to proper working condition; use various diagnostic and testing equipment and precision measuring devices; work independently and follow through on assignments with minimal direction.

Skill in:

repairing, rebuilding, and modifying all components of vehicles/equipment including rebuilding transmissions and performing extensive electrical and fuel system diagnosis and repair