EVT Diesel Mechanic

City of North Myrtle Beach; North Myrtle Beach (SC); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of North Myrtle Beach is seeking a skilled Mechanic to perform maintenance and repairs on various vehicles and heavy equipment. This role involves work with emergency vehicle apparatus, requiring two certifications and significant experience in automotive and diesel repair, managing task priorities independently.

Qualifications

• Seven years of experience as a mechanic, including five years as a heavy/diesel mechanic.
• EVT and ASE certifications required.
• Experience with computerized diagnostic and maintenance management systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance, diagnosis, and repairs on gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles.
• Assist with repair priorities and maintain service records.
• Ensure preventive maintenance and operation of shop equipment.

Skills

Automotive repair

Diesel repair

Diagnostic skills

General mechanical skills

Education

High school diploma with vocational/technical training

Tools

Diagnostic computers

Welding machines

Backhoes

Drill presses

Job description

Under limited supervision, performs maintenance, diagnosis, and repairs on a variety of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and heavy equipment. Works with priority input from the Fire Department Division Chief to perform specialized and skilled work involving the repair and maintenance of emergency vehicle apparatus assigned to the Fire Department, as well as assisting with the remainder of the City fleet as workload allows. Work is performed with considerable independence according to specific instructions, procedures, and schedules. The position may require after-hours call-outs for priority repairs of emergency vehicles. Assists the Fleet Superintendent in setting repair priorities, reviewing work, maintaining standards, training mechanics, and coordinating shop workload. Uses diagnostic computers and software from various manufacturers to assess equipment problems. Performs related duties such as conducting preventive maintenance, operating shop equipment, providing wrecker service, maintaining service records, and upkeep of the shop and maintenance facilities.

Education:

High school diploma with vocational/technical training in automotive/diesel/mechanical repair.

Experience:

Seven (7) years of experience as a mechanic, including five (5) years as a heavy/diesel and/or EVT mechanic.

Certifications:

• Valid driver’s license
• EVT Certification
• ASE Certification
• Manufacturer-specific training/certification (Ford, Caterpillar, Cummins, etc.)

Preferred:

• Experience with computerized diagnostic and maintenance management systems
• Class E License

Note:

• The City retains the right to determine equivalencies.
• Certifications not possessed at hire must be obtained before the employee is removed from probation to continue employment.

Physical Requirements:

Must be physically able to operate trucks, welding machines, drill presses, backhoes, wreckers, and other tools and equipment. Must be able to exert up to fifty pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to twenty-five pounds frequently, and/or up to ten pounds constantly to lift, carry, push, or pull objects. Must be able to lift and carry weights of 10 to 100 pounds.