Mechanic Assistant

OC Fair & Event Center; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa, CA seeks a Mechanic Assistant for a temporary seasonal role. You will assist with maintenance and repair of mechanical systems and building services, working full-time hours during the OC Fair period.

Ideal candidates have an apprenticeship in a mechanical trade and several years of related experience, with a valid California driver’s license and strong safety practices.

Qualifications

• Four years of varied experience in the Mechanical Trades which must have included experience with electrical, plumbing, heating, water and power systems; and repairing mechanical and automotive equipment.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a mechanical trade.
• Possess a valid California driver’s license.
• Must be available to work all 23 days of the annual OC Fair.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains, and repairs plumbing, heating, water, and sewer systems.
• Does electrical maintenance and repair work; and repairs equipment.
• Does miscellaneous interior and exterior painting; and refinishes furniture.
• Keeps tools and equipment in good condition; keeps records and prepares reports.
• Repairs and maintains small and heavy equipment ( forklifts, electric carts, etc.).
• Assists with locating and organizing materials and supplies.

Skills

Mechanical trades exp

CA Driver's license

Safety awareness

Read specs

Education

Apprenticeship in mechanical trade

Tools

Forklift operation

Bobcat experience

Safety training

Job description

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Position:Mechanic Assistant

Location: Costa Mesa, CA

Job Id:2259

# of Openings:1

Mechanic Assistant

Wage Range:$24.00-$32.00 per hour (wage based on experience and qualifications)

Position Purpose:

Under general direction, performs miscellaneous skilled work in the maintenance, alteration, and repair of buildings and mechanical systems; may instruct, lead workers, and independent performance of a wide variety of skilled maintenance tasks. This is a temporary seasonal position not to exceed 122 days that will be scheduled full-time hours .

Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7 am to 3:30 pm; Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm.

Essential Functions:

• Inspects, maintains, and repairs plumbing, heating, water, and sewer systems.
• Does electrical maintenance and repair work; and repairs equipment.
• Does miscellaneous minor building construction and repair work.
• Does miscellaneous interior and exterior painting; and refinishes furniture.
• Keeps tools and equipment in good condition; keeps records and prepares reports.
• Repairs and maintains small and heavy equipment (forklifts electric carts, bobcat, skip loaders, water truck, dump truck, lawnmowers, blowers, hedgers, pressure washers, whackers, concrete saws, chain saws and light duty trucks).
• Troubleshoots engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems and electrical systems in the automotive and in the maintenance equipment.
• Maintains mechanic shop, inventory, and tools.
• Consults with staff when equipment is down, to utilize tag out lock out system.
• Organizes and directs the work of unskilled assistants.
• Makes rough sketches and estimates the cost of minor mechanical repairs.
• Estimates and requisitions materials and supplies

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a mechanical trade.
• Four years of varied experience in the Mechanical Trades which must have included expedience working with at least 3 of the following areas: electrical, plumbing, heating, water and sewer systems, repairing various mechanical and automotive equipment : and performing minor building construction.
• Possess a valid California driver’s license.
• Must be familiar with automotive safety rules and practices.
• Must be available to work all 23 days of the annual OC Fair

Special Qualifications:

• Superior mechanical ability.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in the operation and repair of plumbing, heating, electrical, water, and sewer systems; materials, methods, and tools used in the repair of mechanical equipment and in miscellaneous building maintenance and repair work and skill in the performance of such work.
• Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety dealing with heating, electrical, plumbing, and other mechanical systems.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from specifications; estimate materials needed; follow oral and written directions.
• Gets along well with others; reads and writes at a level appropriate to the classification.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a mechanical trade or three years of varied experience as a Building Maintenance Worker (including experience working in electrical, plumbing, heating, water and power systems; and repairing various mechanical and automotive equipment.
• Possess a valid California driver’s license

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.

The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet, however louder noise levels may be experienced during outdoor events and when in larger event buildings.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

Job Description Acknowledgement:

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Job Description Acknowledgement:

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Will be required to perform other duties as directed, requested or assigned.

If offered a position with OC Fair & Event Center, you will be required to provide documents that establish your identity and authorize your eligibility to work in the U.S. If you are 18 or older you will be asked to submit to and pass a background screening. If you are age 17 or younger, you will be required to provide a valid Work Permit available through your school, unless you have already graduated from high school. You must be at least 16 years old to work at the annual OC Fair. Some positions require candidates to be at least 18 years old.

Only the most qualified applicants will be called to interview for open positions. Submitting an application is not a promise regarding employment. If you are employed by OC Fair & Event Center, you have the right to terminate your employment at any time, and OC Fair & Event Center has the similar right.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy: OC Fair & Event Center is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation, citizenship status or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.

For more information, call the OC Fair & Event Center Human Resources Department at 714-708-1563.