Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Under direction, to construct, repair and maintain automotive and heavy maintenance and construction equipment; may instruct and lead or direct the work of apprentices, helpers, Service Assistants (Automotive) or other employees, inmates, wards or resident workers; and to do other related work.

Although the majority of duties assigned to positions in this class involve heavy maintenance and construction equipment, assignments may include some work on automotive equipment.

Inspects equipment to locate and determine the extent of necessary repairs and the corrective action necessary; maintains and repairs automobiles, trucks, tractors, power shovels, graders, snowplows, pumps, air compressors, diesel and gasoline engines and similar equipment; constructs new special equipment or modifies existing equipment including body frames and running gear; makes installation of or repairs to special equipment; operates and maintains tools and machinery used in the repair and maintenance of heavy maintenance and construction equipment;

advises in the selection of parts and equipment; estimates repair costs; instructs operators in the proper operation and servicing of equipment; performs minor welding and brazing work; keeps simple records and makes reports; instructs and leads or directs the work of helpers, apprentices, Service Assistants (Automotive), other employees, inmates, wards or resident workers.