Equipment Services Mechanic

Iredell-County,-Nc; North Carolina; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Iredell County is seeking a skilled equipment mechanic to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on a broad range of vehicles, trailers, and heavy equipment.

Responsibilities include interpreting service manuals, diagnosing malfunctions, and performing engine, transmission, brake, and electrical work.

Qualifications

• High school graduation with coursework in mechanical/electrical trades
• Minimum of 1 year of related field experience
• Ability to obtain NC Vehicle Safety/Emissions Certification
• Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver's License

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance and repairs on vehicles, trailers and heavy equipment
• Disassemble engines/transmissions and replace worn parts
• Conduct scheduled maintenance such as tune-ups, oil changes, brakes, tires
• Operate lifts, welders, air tools, and diagnostic equipment
• Provide estimates for large repair jobs
• Coordinate with departments, insurers and body shops for wrecked vehicles
• Drive and operate a rollback/ wrecker; 24/7 on-call service

Skills

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Diagnostic skills

Safety awareness

Welding

Record keeping

Education

High School diploma with trades coursework

Trades coursework in mechanical/electrical fields

Tools

Vehicle scan tools

Welding equipment

Rollbacks/Wrecker operation

Job description

OVERVIEW & PURPOSE

This position performs skilled equipment mechanic work for the County. Conducts preventive maintenance and repairs on a wide variety of automotive vehicles, trailers, light and heavy equipment and marine equipment. Work includes the repair of gasoline and diesel engines, motors, brakes, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, transmissions, tires, minor body work, etc. The employee exercises judgment in diagnosing malfunctions of vehicles and equipment and determining necessary repairs. Employee is subject to standby and call back work. Employee is also subject to hazards of automotive mechanics including working in both inside and outside environments, and exposure to various hazards such as noise, vibrations, moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, dusts, mists, fumes, odors, and oil. Employee is subject to bodily hazard fluids while performing some duties. Must be able to communicate with other Departments and businesses. Work is performed under regular supervision and is evaluated through observation while in progress and inspected upon completion.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs preventive maintenance and repair on a variety of vehicles, small motors, trailers and heavy equipment.

Replaces or disassembles engines and transmissions, makes necessary repairs and adjustments, replaces worn or defective parts.

Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment such as tune-ups, checking lights, tires, oil changes, brake linings, wiper blades, horns, suspensions, etc.

Operates equipment such as lift jacks, tire changers, air guns, battery chargers, wrenches, cranes, air compressors, welding units, hand tools, etc.

Lubricates, repairs and replaces parts and filters; cleans and replaces spark plugs, installs radiator hoses, and replaces belts; installs air conditioning compressor, etc.

Changes, repairs and replaces tires; replaces and checks brakes, replaces hoses, etc.

Performs work on electrical, exhaust, transmission, brake, and hydraulic systems.

Provides estimates for large repair jobs.

Work with insurance companies and body shops for wrecked vehicles.

Transport vehicles to and from different departments and businesses for repair needs.

Perform surplus duties of removing department related items and returning vehicles as close as possible to factory. Perform paperwork for surplus. Assist Surplus in needed help on departments surplus listings.

Install, Repair and Replace aftermarket department needed accessories. Lights, computer stands, inverters, sirens, etc.

Perform heating and cooling services on vehicles.

Order parts and items needed to service and repair vehicles.

Perform emergency roadside services. Lockouts, flat tires, out of gas, no starts, etc.

Perform minor body repairs

Be able to communicate with other departments and businesses.

Use variety of vehicle scan tools.

Performs welding to repair or fabricate parts.

Performs NC Vehicle Inspections.

Prepares simple records of work activities.

Drive and operate a Rollback and Wrecker on many different roadways and off the road.

24/7 On-Call Service performed in County, State and surrounding areas.

Clean Facility and Vehicles as needed.

Diagnosis, Installation, Repair and Removal of job-related equipment.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

Performs related duties as required.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of the methods, tools, parts and equipment used in the repair of light automotive passenger cars, trucks, and heavy construction and maintenance equipment.

Considerable knowledge of gasoline and diesel engine operation and repair.

Considerable knowledge of electrical, hydraulic, air conditioning, vacuum, and brake systems.

Working knowledge of safety hazards and precautions related to the work.

Working knowledge of the application of information technology to the work.

Skill in the use and the operations of tools, equipment and machinery used in automotive repair work.

Skill in welding and metal fabrication.

Ability to detect by inspection any worn or broken parts.

Ability to understand service manuals and schematic drawings.

Ability to operate vehicles safely.

Ability to follow instructions accurately.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers and other departments.

Ability to prepare and maintain records of work activities.

Ability and experience to operate a Wrecker and Rollback.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE “REQUIREMENTS”

Graduation from High School supplemented by course work in mechanical and/or electrical trade skills, and a minimum of one (1) year of experience in related field.

ADDITIONAL “REQUIREMENTS”

Ability to obtain North Carolina State Safety/Emissions Inspections Certification.

Possession of a valid North Carolina Driver's License.

This position is designated as an authorized Motor Vehicle Operator for Iredell County and requires adherence to the Iredell County Vehicle Operations Policy.

“PREFERRED” QUALIFICATIONS

NONE.

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