ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.

• Performs tire maintenance including the repair and replacement of automotive and heavy equipment tires.

• Perform maintenance duties on a wide variety of heavy equipment, including the following: bulldozers, front end loaders, scrapers, maintainers, combination water trucks and dump trucks, equipment haul truck, backhoe, truck and trailer, rollers, passenger vehicles, tractors, mowers, and/or any other equipment requiring repairs and maintenance at the road department or other department assigned. This will include fluid changes, repairs, cleaning and other duties as assigned.

• Repairs and maintains diesel and gasoline industrial trucks and equipment, following manuals and using hand tools, power tools, and knowledge of electrical, power transmission, brake and other automotive systems.

• Completes in a timely and accurate manner the necessary paperwork associated with the position.

• Works out of the shop or in the field, as needed. Also keeps shop clean.

• Maintains and services equipment on a daily basis.

• Utilizes hand tools and welding equipment when necessary.

OTHER DUTIES:

• May be required to mow weeds and pick up trash when indicated.

• May be required to distribute salts and mixtures as weather conditions and safety warrant.

• May be required to patch hard road surfaces when indicated.

• Irregular hours, 24 hour on-call availability and overtime may be required.

• Functions for which the PM mechanic is responsible are not limited to those set forth above. The employee shall perform functions, duties or assignments as given by a supervisor, consistent with ability, background and expertise.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Trade school, ASE or other certification in mechanical or related field strongly preferred.

Experience:

• One to two year's of automotive maintenance and/or tire repair experience.

• Certifications, Skills and Licenses:

• Ability to communicate orally and in writing in English.

• Ability to follow work orders, signals and oral instructions.

Physical Functions/Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative and not necessarily exhaustive of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Ability to lift up to 60 lbs. from ground to waist level frequently.

• Ability to lift up to 30 lbs. from ground to shoulder level or overhead as needed.

• Ability to sit for up to five hours at one time and up to ten hours per day.

• Ability to stand and/or walk up to five hours at one time and up to ten hours per day.

• Ability to climb onto and off and crawl about heavy equipment as needed to perform essential duties.

• Ability to remain in a prone position for long periods while working on vehicles.

• Ability to crouch, kneel, bend at waist and twist/rotate at waist as needed to perform essential duties.

• Ability to work with arms extended or bent for up to five hours at one time and up to ten hours per day.

• Ability to push/pull with arms with a force in excess of 50 pounds as needed, frequently.

• Ability to drive a vehicle with automatic transmission on a daily basis, and to operate vehicles or equipment with other types of controls periodically.

• Ability to push vehicles and equipment if necessary.

• Ability to maintain balance while climbing in and out of equipment cabs or any other vehicles to be repaired.

• Ability to operate foot controls of heavy equipment as needed to perform maintenance or to test drive/operate

• Ability to grasp and manipulate equipment and materials, as well as levers, steering wheels and tools, as needed to perform essential duties.

Mental Functions/Requirements:

• Must be able to consult effectively with supervisors and understand and follow oral directions and instructions.

• Must be able to read, understand and follow written directions and instructions.

• Must be able to read and understand such items as operations manuals, safety regulations, warning labels, diagrams and similar documents.

• Must be able to maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of vehicle and equipment repair and maintenance.

• Must be able to read accurately all gauges on equipment and make correct judgments in operation of the equipment.

• Must be able to accurately estimate distances in order to maintain safety while operating equipment.

• Must be able to use tact and courtesy in working with a wide range of individuals, including the public, sometimes under tense circumstances.

• Must be knowledgeable of relevant traffic laws and regulations.

Other:

• Ability to perform essential duties and adapt to working conditions.

• No history or pattern of reckless driving, DWI or irresponsible driving in the last five years.

• No history of felony or misdemeanor conviction involving moral immorality, violence, distribution of controlled substances or dishonesty.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative but not necessarily exhaustive of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Performs work both indoors and outdoors.

• Indoor duties may or may not be performed in a temperature-controlled environment. Worker is exposed to natural weather conditions while performing outdoor duties.

• Worker is exposed to virtually constant noise and vibration factors.

• Indoor duties are generally performed on an even concrete surface, which may be wet, dry, slippery or contaminated with petroleum products and other chemicals. Some indoor duties are performed on even carpeted or tiled surfaces. Outdoor duties are performed on a terrain that may be even or uneven and may involve work on steep inclines or hills. Outdoor work surface may be natural ground, asphalt or concrete, which may be dry, wet, slippery or contaminated with petroleum products and other chemicals.

• Worker is exposed to diesel fumes, as well as fumes from carbon, gasoline and acetylene gas. Worker is also exposed to dusty, dirty conditions and some work is performed in areas with poor ventilation. Duties require climbing and descending stairs, ladders and steps.

• Work is conducted primarily during daylight hours. Depending on duties, employee may be subject to call out.

• Worker performs most duties as part of a select team. Some duties are performed as part of a larger group.

• Work hazards or potential work hazards include working around hot engines, using air guns, sledge hammer, working with and lifting large equipment and parts, working with various solvents and other chemicals, working with or around welding equipment, working with or near hoisted loads, and being exposed to extreme weather conditions.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Background check.

• General employment background check.

• Driving record check.

• Alcohol/drug screen; positive results are disqualifying.

• Physical and back x-ray in accordance with essential duties and physical/mental requirements.

• Possible physical capacities test.

• Job-related skills tests, both written and practical, may be given.