Senior Diesel & Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Dougherty County Commission; Albany (GA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Dougherty County Solid Waste in Albany, GA seeks a Mechanic III to perform maintenance and complex repairs on county vehicles and equipment. You will diagnose issues, service vehicles, and execute heavy repairs under supervision of the Heavy Equipment Maintenance Manager.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience, and a valid Class B CDL with HazMat endorsement (or ability to obtain). ASE or TMAC certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Two (2) years of experience in gasoline/diesel mechanic, heavy equipment or small engine repair or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Valid state Class B driver’s license with Hazardous Materials Endorsement (HME) or ability to obtain within six months.
• ASE or TMAC certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Use diagnostic equipment to evaluate mechanical problems.
• Service vehicles according to established routine maintenance.
• Perform complex repairs on county vehicles and heavy equipment (brakes, engines, transmissions).
• Provide roadside assistance.
• Maintain service logs and records.
• Keep work area clean and tidy.
• Must possess and maintain own tools.

Skills

Diagnostic equipment use

Vehicle maintenance

Heavy equipment repair

Electrical and A/C repair

Roadside assistance

Diesel engine maintenance

Service logs

Safety compliance

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

ASE TMAC certifications

Job description

Dougherty County Solid Waste in Albany, GA seeks a Mechanic III to perform maintenance and complex repairs on county vehicles and equipment. You will diagnose issues, service vehicles, and execute heavy repairs under supervision of the Heavy Equipment Maintenance Manager.

Applicants should have a High School diploma or GED, 2 years of relevant experience, and a valid Class B CDL with HazMat endorsement (or ability to obtain). ASE or TMAC certifications are preferred.