Mechanic; Light Duty

Mechanic (Light Duty)

Employment Type:

Full-time Regular. Pay Range: $58,395 - $87,593.

Location:

Castle Rock, CO. Overtime Exempt: N. Department: FACILITIES.

This is journeyman level work responsible for preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on all of the County vehicles and equipment.

The hiring range is $58,395–$72,994 annually. Qualifications, education and experience as it relates to the position will be considered when determining hiring salary. This position includes an annual clothing allowance of $150 and a monthly tool allowance of $100.

Typical work schedule:
Monday–Thursday 7:00 am–5:30 pm, additional overtime hours may be required.

• Repairs automotive and heavy construction equipment to include repair of gasoline and/or diesel engines; repair of electrical systems including lights, wiring and A/C and D/C motors; repair of hydraulic, air cooling and pneumatic systems; repair and adjustment to drivetrain and brakes.
• Repairs snow and ice equipment to include computerized controls, electric over hydraulic controls, sanders, pre‑wet and anti‑ice liquid systems.
• Inspects defective and malfunctioning equipment and performs diagnostic tests using engine and charging system analyzers, pressure gauges, laptop computers with diagnostic software and other equipment as required.
• Dismantles and repairs internal combustion engines, transmissions, pumps, auxiliary equipment, generators, compressors and clutches.
• Changes lubricants and filters; performs other preventive maintenance functions as necessary; performs safety inspections on any/all County equipment.
• Performs service calls in the field; may recommend evacuation of equipment to a primary repair facility or outside vendor; service calls may be required after normal shop hours on an on‑call basis.
• Has or is capable of obtaining certification to service or repair A/C systems and perform heavy duty opacity diesel emissions.
• On call during snow season; provides mechanical support to snow removal operations in shop and sometimes in the field.

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three years of automotive/diesel mechanical experience; five years preferred.
• Preferred experience with computerized maintenance software.
• Preferred experience with Force Controls.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered.

• Must possess a valid Colorado Driver License upon hire. Review of motor vehicle record required at hire and periodically throughout employment.
• Must possess a State of Colorado Class (A) Commercial Driver License with tanker endorsement after hire and meet the Department of Transportation physical exam and drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• Successful completion of a criminal background check including fingerprinting through a national database required.