Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Job Overview

Under general supervision of Fleet Service Supervisor, trains or performs maintenance and repair on a wide variety of complex gasoline, diesel, electric, electric powered hybrid, compressed natural gas, and multi-fuel heavy equipment. Work may be assigned or monitored by Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic.

Under general supervision of Fleet Service Supervisor, trains or performs maintenance and repair on a wide variety of complex gasoline, diesel, electric, electric powered hybrid, compressed natural gas, and multi-fuel heavy equipment. Work may be assigned or monitored by Lead Heavy Equipment Mechanic.

• Performs preventive maintenance and inspections as required on heavy equipment. Conducts visual, auditory, and operational inspection of vehicles and equipment to identify and troubleshoot problems for repair; identifies problem causes; researches problems via repair manuals, schematics, OEM's, service bulletins and other mechanics as needed.
• Troubleshoot and repair electrical, fuel, ignition, emission, exhaust systems, power take offs, vehicle air conditioning systems, hydraulic, fluid pumping, and pneumatic systems; replace parts, tunes, programs, and makes adjustments using test equipment and technical manuals. Inspects and replaces or repairs air and hydraulic brake systems on vehicles and equipment.
• Removes, disassembles, rebuilds, repairs, assembles, and installs components such as transmissions, engines, drive shafts, U-joints, differentials, hydraulic control units, pumps, seals, hoses, clutches, and brakes on heavy equipment using hoists and other tools.
• Uses specialized diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot and repair problems in complex integrated electronic systems such as computer control modules, multiplex networks, sensors, actuators, servos, circuit cards, and solid-state relays.
• Modifies parts to fit or improvises modifications to equipment to correct recurring malfunctions and uses welding equipment to repair or fabricate items for heavy equipment.
• Performs minor body repair and corrosion control, refinishes, and repaints surfaces as required.
• When assigned to Heavy Equipment positions, diagnoses, and repairs medium and heavy-duty trucks, shuttle busses, generators, sweepers, and construction equipment.
• When assigned to Aircraft/Fire/Rescue equipment, diagnoses, and repair high-pressure plumbing and pumps, foam induction and powder firefighting and hydraulic systems.
• When assigned to Winter Weather Equipment positions, diagnoses, and repairs airport snow removal equipment such as snowplows, snow brooms, snow blowers and multifunction equipment.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Completion of high school curriculum or equivalent
• Two (2) years plus of experience in a general automotive, heavy equipment, and/or fleet service position.
• Ability to pass a medical physical examination.
• Ability to obtain an EPA 609 Refrigerant certification within 90 days of employment in this position.
• Any equivalent combination of education and/or experience may be substituted for the above on a year-for-year basis.
• Possession of a valid Class C driver’s license.
• Incumbent must possess a set of mechanic's tools to perform skilled work.

• Knowledge of methods, materials and tools used in repair of heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions associated with servicing vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge in the mechanical makeup, operation, and working relationships of heavy-duty systems and assemblies.
• Skill in diagnosing and repairing a variety of types of automotive equipment – including small vehicles, medium and large size trucks, and bus equipment.
• Skill in repair/overhaul of powertrains (gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuels) engine, transmissions, and differentials.
• Skill in repair/replacement of components such as starters, generators/alternators, carburetors fuel pumps.
• Ability to test and diagnose malfunctioning equipment and systems.
• Ability to operate automotive machine shop equipment such as lathe, hydraulic press, gas and electric welding apparatus, drill press and related equipment.
• Ability to work shifts, including…