MECHANIC

Fayette County Administration; Fayetteville (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Job summary

Fayette County Administration is seeking a full-time Fleet Mechanic to perform repairs and preventive maintenance on county vehicles and off-road equipment, including tire changes and field service as needed. The role requires documenting work, obtaining parts, welding heavy equipment, and occasional after-hours responses to disabled emergency vehicles.

A high school diploma and a valid Georgia CDL Class B license are required or must be obtained within 90 days.

Job description

This is a full-time position with benefits. This position is responsible for the repair and maintenance of fleet vehicles.

Major duties include but are not limited to:

1. Repairs and maintains county vehicles and off road equipment; performs preventive maintenance; changes and repairs tires.


2. Provides accurate records of work performed; prepares repair orders.


3. Acquires part numbers and prices for parts needed for maintenance and repair.


4. Purchases equipment and parts.


5. Repairs vehicles and equipment in the field as needed.


6. Remains available to respond to disabled emergency vehicles after normal working hours.


7. Locks facility at the end of work shift.


8. Records fuel readings.


9. Performs electrical and mechanical diagnosis on computerized engine controls.


10. Fabricates and welds heavy equipment.


11. Performs other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.


• Possession of State of Georgia issued valid Class B CDL Driver’s License within 90 days of being hired or promoted into this position.


• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's licenses issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.