Equipment Mechanic I​/II​/III

At Orange County Government, we are proud to serve the public with integrity, honesty, fairness, and professionalism. We develop innovative policies and services that impact Central Florida and shape the future of our community. We believe in hiring the very best. Our workplace experience sets us apart and makes us a great place to work. Our goal is to create an environment of exceptional organizational values, customer service standards, and employee satisfaction.

Orange County Government is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment and services to all individuals.

Orange County Utilities provides water resources and solid waste recovery services to protect and enrich the lives of the citizens and guests of Orange County Florida. The Water Division ensures a safe and reliable water supply for all of Orange County Utilities' customers. The Water Division operates three regional water supply facilities and nine satellite water supply facilities that collectively produce approximately 60 million gallons per day.

The Solid Waste Division is seeking a highly qualified individual to fill the position of "Equipment Mechanic I/II/III". This is a highly skilled position performing maintenance and repair of mechanical, hydraulic systems, and electrical systems of light and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment. This position provides guidance to other mechanics and assists with the diagnosis of the more difficult repair work.

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This role requires attendance on-site. This is not a remote position**

Performs highly skilled mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of automotive, construction, fire apparatus and other heavy equipment.

This is highly skilled work in the maintenance and repair of mechanical, hydraulic systems, and the electrical systems of light and heavy duty vehicles and equipment. Provides guidance to other mechanics and assists with the diagnosis of the more difficult repair work.

Work is performed with independent judgement and limited direction from the Foreman, Team Lead or Supervisor after receiving oral or work order instructions on the work to be performed. Performance is evaluated based on the guidance provided to team members, demonstrated mechanical skills and achievement of desired results.

Performs basic and routine mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of light and heavy-duty gasoline and diesel-powered equipment and vehicles.

Performs basic tasks, under the general guidance and instruction of experienced mechanics, in the maintenance and repair of automobiles, light and heavy duty trucks and other heavy equipment, trailers and/or small engine equipment.

• Performs basic and general repair work on automobile and heavy equipment.
• Determines the general condition of vehicles and equipment under the guidance of experienced mechanics.
• Assists team members, when so instructed, with the repair of equipment.
• Uses hand power tools and equipment such as power wrenches, grinders, torque wrenches, gauges and diagnostic computers
• Checks the condition of and replaces all fluids, coolants, lubricants, belts and hoses as needed.
• Applies basic knowledge of the construction, assembly, adjustment and maintenance of a variety of automobiles, trucks and other heavy equipment.
• Applies knowledge and skill in the use of shop tools such as impact wrenches, torque wrenches, gauges, micrometers, drum resurfacing machines and electronic test equipment.

Performs skilled mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of automotive, heavy truck, construction trailers, fire truck and other emergency apparatus and heavy equipment.

This is skilled work in the maintenance and repair of mechanical and hydraulic systems, light and heavy vehicles and equipment, buses, graders, power shovels, and other specialized equipment. Provides guidance and instruction to team members.

• Performs complex mechanical tasks including major overhauls on gasoline or diesel engines, rebuilding differentials, transmissions, final drives,…