NEOGOV · 1 month ago
Equipment Mechanic/Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Mariposa, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$57K/yr - $69K/yr
2+ years expNEOGOV is seeking an Equipment Mechanic/Heavy Equipment Mechanic for Mariposa County's Public Works Department. The role involves performing skilled and semi-skilled work in the mechanical servicing, maintenance, and repair of the County’s fleet of vehicles and equipment, including heavy construction machinery.
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Responsibilities
Conducts safety inspections on transit and passenger vehicles
Diagnoses and repairs computer controlled systems, electrical systems, brakes, steering, suspensions, drive train components, differentials, transfer cases, transmissions, gasoline- and diesel-powered engines, HVAC systems, hydraulic systems on vehicles and light equipment
Designs and installs emergency response equipment in vehicles
Inspects and replaces tires as needed
Performs scheduled preventive maintenance of all County vehicles and equipment
Performs minor body work as needed, including painting
Performs routine welding and fabrication work on vehicles and heavy equipment
Makes and repairs snow chains for vehicles
Performs field repairs of vehicles as necessary, including during adverse weather / environmental conditions
Orders and picks up parts and supplies necessary for assigned maintenance and repair work
Interacts with vehicle / equipment operators to help determine service and repair needs
Operates hoists and overhead cranes
Maintains garage, shop and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
Performs all work in compliance with applicable laws and regulations, County and department policies and procedures, and standards of quality and safety
Maintains accurate and complete work records
Trains new mechanics as assigned
Diagnoses and repairs computer controlled systems, electrical systems, brakes, steering, suspensions, drive train components, differentials, transfer cases, transmissions, gasoline- and diesel-powered engines, HVAC systems, hydraulic systems on Fire Department vehicles, trucks and heavy equipment
Repairs snowplow blades
Overhauls gasoline- and diesel-powered engines
Performs complex welding and fabrication work, including manufacturing special tools and equipment for the shop
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or GED equivalent
Possession of a valid California Class “B” operator's license is desirable
Two years of experience in the maintenance and repair of automotive equipment
Three years of increasingly responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel-powered heavy automotive and road construction equipment, trucks and automobiles
Knowledge of modern principles, practices, equipment, materials and tools used in the servicing, maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment
Knowledge of gasoline- and diesel-powered engines, and their proper operation
Knowledge of safety regulations and precautions pertaining to vehicle servicing
Knowledge of safe and proper use of assigned equipment and tools
Knowledge of basic record-keeping techniques
Knowledge of basic mathematics
Ability to learn, understand and apply pertinent rules, regulations, and County policies and procedures
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to read and understand maintenance and repair manuals and related diagrams
Ability to diagnose mechanical defects accurately and make necessary repairs to equipment in a timely manner
Ability to safely operate and maintain assigned equipment and tools
Ability to read and write at a level required for successful job performance
Ability to maintain accurate work records
Ability to perform required mathematical computations with accuracy
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Ability to train other mechanics as assigned
Ability to meet the physical requirements necessary to safely and effectively perform assigned duties
Ability to safely and effectively perform welding and fabrication work
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
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