MECHANIC I
Company: County of Oconee
Location: Starr
Posted on: October 5, 2024
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Job Description:
Description:Full-time temporaryJob posted until filled.GENERAL
DESCRIPTION: The purpose of this position is to ensure the safety
and reliability of County owned vehicles and equipment. To preform
troubleshooting, repairs, and /or overhaul of major components and
systems such as engines, transmissions, differentials and
transaxles, electronic fuel injection systems, emission control
systems, and related computer assisted electrical, electronic,
braking, hydraulic, fuel and other assemblies. Following
instructions contained in technical manuals for teardowns,
adjustments, repairs, reassembles, and completes operational checks
in components of the systems. Using wide variety of electronic
diagnostic equipment conducts test and analyzes test results on
vehicles and equipment. Conduct independent research to diagnose
drivability and performance issues. Determine the best diagnosis
and repair methods too reliably correct the issue. Disassemble,
repair, replace, recondition and rebuild components of various
systems, and make independent judgments based on specifications in
technical manuals and on accepted trade practicesESSENTIAL JOB
DUTIES: 1. Perform a variety of preventative maintenance duties as
scheduled, including oil changes, lubrications, replaced belts and
hoses, brakes, check lights, and tune ups. 2. Diagnose and repair
vehicles, trucks, and heavy equipment. 3. Repair and replace parts
as needed. 4. Inspect equipment to ensure compliance with federal
OSHA/NFPA specifications. 5. Assist in maintaining a clean and
orderly shop. 6. Perform electrical system repair as needed. 7.
Clean various units as necessary. 8. Provide emergency field
assistance as necessary.9. Operate heavy equipment as necessary.
10. Conduct road tests after repairs are completed to ensure
vehicles are mechanically safe and function properly. 11. Review
work orders to ensure repairs are completed in a timely manner. 12.
Maintain records of work completed and parts. 13. Attend training
classes, workshops, and meetings as appropriate to maintain or
enhance job knowledge and skills. 14. Assist with ordering parts
and supplies and obtain parts from vendors as necessary. 15.
Repair, rotate or replace tires. 16. Perform body or painting as
necessary. 17. Install special equipment on equipment. 18. Wash and
clean vehicles and equipment prior to maintenance. 19. Install
Emergency lights and custom lights for safety and visibility on
vehicles and equipment. 20. Serve on-call 24 hours per day for
emergency repair service.Essential Job Duties are intended to be
examples of duties and are not intended to be all inclusive. There
will be other duties as assigned. Additional duties include: As
assigned. Requirements:KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Ability to
work with computers; Ability to work with torches, plasma cutters,
and welding equipment; Ability to use hydraulic press and drill
press equipment; Ability to understand technical manuals, charts,
schematics, and diagrams; Ability to operate diagnostic computers
and scanners; Ability to operate hand and pneumatic tools, volt
meters, and HVAC equipment; Advanced mathematical skills Good
problem solving skills; Ability to communicate effectively orally
and in writing; Advanced math skills. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: The
educational requirement for this position is: Completion of high
school/GED. Education may not be substituted for experience.
Related-experience required: 2 years Experience may be substituted
for education. LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, OR REGISTRATIONS:
Certifications, licenses, professional designations, or other
qualifications required for this position include: 1. CDL Driver's
license or able to obtain within one year 2. Annual blood borne
pathogen classes. 3. Must obtain ASE certification or stay current
with industry certifications, examples of which are listed below in
the preferred certification list. Certifications, licenses,
professional designations, or other qualifications preferred for
this position include: ASE CERTIFICATION EVT CERTIFICATIONS POWER
INDUSTRIAL TRUCK CERTIFICATION. DIESEL LAPTOP DIAGNOSTIC TRAINNING
OSHA 200 ON TIRE MOUNTING ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Physical
Requirements: The physical activities required for this position
involve: Standing: over 2/3 of the time; walking: over 2/3 of the
time; sitting: under 1/3 of the time; using hands: over 2/3 of the
time; reaching with hands and arms: over 2/3 of the time; climbing
or balancing: over 2/3 of the time; stooping, kneeling, crouching,
or crawling: over 2/3 of the time; talking or hearing: over 2/3 of
the time; and, tasting or smelling: under 1/3 of the time. This
position requires lifting: Up to 10 pounds: over 2/3 of the time;
up to 25 pounds: 2/3 of the time; up to 50 pounds: 2/3 of the time;
up to 100 pounds: under 1/3 of the time; and, more than 100 pounds:
1/3 of the time. Vision Requirements: This position has the
following special vision requirements: Close vision (clear vision
at 20 inches or less) Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or
more) Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)
Peripheral vision (ability to observe an area that can be seen up
or down or to the left and right when vision is fixed on a given
point) Depth perception (three-dimensional vision, ability to judge
distances and spatial relationships) Ability to adjust focus
(ability to adjust the eye to bring an object into sharp focus)
ENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS: The following physical conditions
and hazards may be encountered while working in this position:
Indoor environment Outdoor environment Noise Odors Extreme
temperatures Vibration Moisture and/or humidity Dust Fumes Gases
Poor ventilation Electrical hazards Mechanical hazards Chemical
hazards Explosive hazards Burn hazards Bio hazardous waste Moving
mechanical parts Working in high places Oconee County is an equal
opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to achieving
excellence and strength through diversity. The County seeks a wide
range of applicants for its positions so that one of our core
values, a qualified and diverse workforce, will be affirmed.
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Keywords: County of Oconee, Charlotte , MECHANIC I, Engineering , Starr, North Carolina
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