Mechanic

City of Sheboygan; Wisconsin; In loco; USD 48.000 - 64.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

City of Sheboygan's Department of Public Works seeks a skilled automotive and heavy equipment technician to perform repairs on trucks, loaders, and related machinery, including electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent, 3+ years in heavy equipment maintenance, and a Wisconsin CDL with endorsements B minimum (A preferred). The role requires physical stamina and the ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Competenze

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of recent, relevant experience in automotive, truck, or heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
• Vocational schooling or technical degree in mechanics preferred.
• Valid Wisconsin CDL with endorsements B minimum; A preferable or ability to obtain within three months.
• Thorough knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines, drive trains, brakes, suspension, and electrical systems.
• Ability to read blueprints, shop drawings, or sketches and work from these drawings.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to lift 50–75 pounds and work outdoors in all weather conditions.

Mansioni

• Performs maintenance and repairs on automotive, trucks, and heavy equipment (electrical, mechanical, hydraulic).
• Maintains, repairs, and overhauls motorized and non-motorized equipment for safe operation.
• Performs bodywork, painting, welding, and fabrication as needed.
• Conducts routine preventive maintenance and safety compliance.
• Operates shop cranes, lifts, and related equipment safely during repairs.
• Maintains accurate records and prepares required reports.
• Operates plow trucks and snow/ice removal equipment; hauls materials as required.
• Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area; participates in housekeeping.
• Communicates effectively with coworkers to coordinate work and report issues.

Conoscenze

Diesel and gasoline engines knowledge

Heavy equipment maintenance

Blueprints/schematics reading

Strong communication

Formazione

High School Diploma or equivalent

Technical/Vocational degree in mechanics

Descrizione del lavoro

The Department of Public Works is responsible for providing quality infrastructure that conveys safe, efficient delivery of essential goods and services, providing clean and beautiful public spaces that maximize the natural environment to enhance the overall quality of life and delivers professional quality public service with a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. Divisions include: Engineering, Streets, Sanitation, Traffic, Parks, Forestry, Motor Vehicle, and Wastewater.

1. Performs skilled and specialized maintenance activities involving comprehensive automotive, truck, and equipment repairs, including electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems, in support of the Department of Public Works.
2. Maintains, repairs, and overhauls all motorized and non-motorized equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.
3. Performs bodywork, including painting and refinishing of trucks and equipment; conducts fabrication, welding of various types, and structural framing tasks as needed.
4. Conducts routine preventive maintenance to keep all equipment in optimal working condition and ready for use.
5. Adheres to and enforces all applicable safety standards and procedures; operates shop cranes, truck lifts, and related equipment safely during repair and maintenance operations.
6. Maintains accurate records and prepares required reports.
7. Operates plow trucks, wings, and related snow and ice removal equipment safely and effectively; performs hauling of sand, gravel, dirt, snow, salt, garbage, yard waste, and other materials as required.

1. Maintains a clean, organized, and safe work area, ensuring tools, equipment, and materials are properly stored and workspaces are free of hazards.
2. Participates in regular housekeeping duties within the shop and work areas to support an efficient and safe working environment.
3. Communicates effectively with coworkers and supervisors to coordinate work assignments and report equipment issues.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 3 years of recent, relevant experience in automotive, truck, or heavy equipment maintenance and repair required.
• Vocational Schooling or Technical Degree in Mechanics, Diesel Mechanics, or other related field preferred.
• Possession of a valid Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with endorsements B minimal, A preferable in good standing or the ability to obtain within three months of hire required.
  • Failure to obtain or maintain will result in termination of employment.

• Thorough knowledge of diesel and gasoline engines, drive trains, brakes, suspension, and electrical systems common to heavy duty trucks and construction equipment.
• Thorough knowledge of general heavy truck mechanic practices, proper uses, and techniques for using materials, equipment and power and hand tools for truck and construction equipment maintenance, repair, electrical systems, and other departmental activities.
• Working knowledge of occupational hazards and safe work practices.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills and a strong sense of responsibility and initiative.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to understand and follow oral or written instructions and the ability to comprehend blueprints, shop drawings, or sketches, and to work from these drawings.
• Considerable ability in diagnosing mechanical failures and defects.
• Ability to provide basic and some advanced addition, subtraction, multiplication, division mathematical functions efficiently.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form with a variety of city personnel and members of the public, and maintain effective working relationships with other staff, contractors, and participants.

Post Job Offer Requirements:

Job offers for this position are contingent on the individual passing a pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Work Environment:

Above average physical strength and stamina is required while performing the duties of this job. The employee is regularly required to stand, walk, bend, reach, lift and handle materials which may range from 50 -75 pounds for sustained periods. This position also requires the ability to perform tasks related to repetitive motions with the use of the hands, legs, and back. The employee frequently is required to work outdoors in all climatic conditions. Possibility for some exposure to disagreeable features using the appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). The employee is occasionally required to work evenings and long hours and be able to respond to call-ins after normal hours. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

In an effort to provide for continuing of City government and to cope with the problems of the emergency, you may be required to work during a proclaimed state of emergency, consistent with Sec 323.14 Wis. Stats. And City emergency management plans and programs.