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POSITION TITLE:
Equipment Technician
DEPARTMENT:
Public Works
GRADE LEVEL:
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LOCATION:
Public Works
FLSA STATUS:
Non-Exempt
UNION:
N/A
EEO CATEGORY:
Service/Maintenance
PREPARED DATE:
February 2017
GENERAL PURPOSE
Performs semi-skilled, skilled, mechanical work in maintaining the
vehicles and mechanical equipment of the department.
Also serves in
general public works maintenance worker capacity when needed.
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the close supervision of the Public Works Foreman.
SUPERVISION EXERCISED
None.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Plans, carries out and evaluates preventive maintenance schedules for
all vehicles and mechanical equipment, either personally, or through
outside vendors.
Operates a variety of diagnostic instruments and a variety of hand,
electric, and air-driven tools.
Repairs brake, engine, electrical, fuel, hydraulic, transmission,
ignition, air, exhaust, axle assemblies and related systems.
Cuts and welds metal and performs body touch up and related work.
Changes and repairs tires and tubes.
Evaluates status of mechanical equipment and vehicles, and performs or
schedules needed repairs.
Conducts various analyses and inspections of vehicles and mechanical
systems to determine the most cost-effective means of maintenance,
repair or replacement.
Purchases equipment, parts, and supplies used for vehicle and mechanical
system maintenance.
Provides emergency field assistance to disabled equipment as needed and
appropriate.
Assists in the preparation of bid specifications for vehicles and
mechanical equipment.
Maintains records, prepares reports and other specialized maintenance
records of equipment and mechanical equipment.
Also serves as part of the general maintenance function of the
department on an as needed basis.
These duties may include, but not be
limited to, snowplowing, water main repair, sewer maintenance and other
duties as assigned.
Overtime is often required, especially during periods of inclement
weather.
PERIPHERAL DUTIES
May serve as a member of various employee committees.
DESIRED MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
(A) Graduation from high school diploma or GED equivalent plus some
specialized training in mechanics, maintenance management, or a closely
related field.
SAE preferred.
(B) Three (3) years of related experience
Necessary Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
(A) Thorough knowledge of automotive mechanics; Considerable knowledge
of gas and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, generators, and
welding; working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common
to municipal maintenance and repair activities; working knowledge of the
practices, methods, materials and tools used in modern equipment
maintenance.
(B) Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
(C) Ability to follow effective preventive maintenance programs,
policies and procedures; Ability to carry out assigned projects to their
completion; Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing;
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with
employees, supervisors, vendors and the public.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Valid State Driver's License with CDL endorsement, or ability to obtain
one.
TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Motorized vehicles (for mechanical testing purposes), power and hand
tools and equipment for vehicle and mechanical system work; mechanic's
tools including jacks, hydraulic lifts, air tools, alignment equipment,
freon recycler and other tools required for minor repairs and routine
maintenance of motorized vehicles; electronic vehicle diagnostic
equipment (MasterTech); personal computer.
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 use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools,
or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is occasion
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