Specialty Equipment Mechanic​/Central Services

Specialty Equipment Mechanic

The purpose of this job is to service, maintain, and repair various county vehicle and specialty equipment. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to, assisting in diagnosing and correcting mechanical problems with vehicles and equipment, performing preventive maintenance and repair on various specialty equipment, and performing additional tasks as assigned.

Minimum Training & Experience Required to Perform

Essential Job Functions:

High school diploma or equivalent with two years of automotive and heavy equipment / fleet maintenance and repair to include diesel and/or truck repair or related experience required; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position. Must possess a valid driver's license. Must have the ability to obtain a Georgia Commercial Driver's License within six (6) months of date of hire.

Must possess or have the ability to obtain specialized training and/or certifications required of the position. Criminal background must indicate eligibility for the supervision of inmates. Must obtain security training for the supervision of inmate workers as set forth by the Georgia Department of Corrections Standard Operating Procedures with six (6) months of date or hire or first available opportunity.

Essential Duties, Responsibilities:

The following duties are normal for this job. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned. Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on vehicles and equipment. Files repair reports with Shop Foreman. Performs routine service duties (e.g., relines brakes; performs tune-ups and oil changes; replaces filters; lubricates chassis; replaces antifreeze, air filters, drive belts, and tires;

performs heating and air-conditioning repairs). Performs general repairs; tests and recharges/replaces batteries; replaces water pumps, fuel pumps, radiators, brake air lines, hydraulics, electrical wiring, headlights and warning lights. Maintains communications equipment. Performs metal fabrication. Fabricates high pressure hoses, fittings, and hydraulic hoses, and conducts field repairs as needed. Conducts welding on steel and aluminum and ensures repairs are made as required.

Rebuilds air, water, and hydraulic valves. Sets up tools and equipment; procures parts and supplies for repairs; and cleans shop area, parts room, restrooms and office. Performs the duties of the Shop Foreman as needed in their absence. Assists with development of guidelines of operation for new equipment. Performs preventative maintenance on bulldozers, graders, backhoes, tractors, boom trucks, dump trucks, front- and rear-loading refuse trucks (e.g., checks antifreeze, belts, batteries, brakes, lights, hydraulic system, tires, and safety equipment).

Performs corrective maintenance procedures (e.g., transmissions, hydraulic and electrical system, and various degrees of engine repair). Performs a variety of engine diagnosis procedures. Operates service trucks and on-board equipment. Completes and signs work orders according to services rendered. Prepares vehicle maintenance reports. Welds and fabricates parts as needed. Performs the duties of Automotive Mechanic as needed. Oversees the work of inmates.

Performs other related duties as required.

Supplemental Information:

Physical Requirements:

Must be physically able to operate a variety of machinery and equipment including fire extinguishers, drill press, battery chargers and testers, jacks, air wrenches, mechanics tools and diagnostic instruments. Must be able to use body members to work, move or carry objects or materials. This position requires: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Must be able to exert up to one hundred pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to fifty pounds of force frequently. Physical demand requirements are at levels of those for heavy work.