Mechanic Road Department

Applications are accepted until there are sufficient numbers of qualified applications or qualified candidate has been identified. The position could possibly close at any time.

Performs maintenance and repairs on equipment from minor service to major engine repair, performs welding and fabrication of materials to make necessary repairs, analyzes breakdown, changes tires and/or blades, and other duties as assigned.

• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Must adhere to departmental standards in regard to HIPAA and other privacy issues.
• During a public health emergency, the employee may be required to perform duties similar to, but not limited, to those in his/her job description.

(An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the above tasks. These examples do not include all of the tasks which the employee may be expected to perform.)

High school diploma or its equivalent.

A minimum of four (4) years of experience in the truck mechanic trade is required.

Above qualifications plus minimum 3 years ICRD Class 7 experience, plus attainment of at least 4 of the 6 current State of Michigan Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic Certifications.

All above qualifications plus:

• 2 year degree from a trade school, military training, or equivalent educational experience focused on heavy equipment repair.
• In lieu of above formal training: 5 years or more continuously employed as an ICRD Class 7 and the ability to perform all the required task of a Class 7.
• Must have the skill set to help in the training of other employees, in Safety and Heavy equipment repair.
• Must be proficient in computer software programs as required for diagnosing modern heavy equipment technologies.
• Experience in assisting in the fabrication of plow trucks and other equipment, under direction from the fleet manager or a Class 8 employee.
• Complete understanding of hydraulic systems including hydraulic flow rates and pressures.

This new classification / pay grade will have only one pay step with required qualifications as follows:

• All 6 current State of Michigan Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic Certifications.
• Welding certifications from a recognized national organization, to be compliant with MIOSHA equipment and fabrication standards preferred, or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Ability to read blueprints and draft basic blueprints for designing and assembling of new equipment.
• Advanced ability in fabrication of plow trucks and other equipment, under general direction from the Fleet Manager, with little or no guidance.
• Ability to mentor less experienced Class 7’s in fabrication of new fleet equipment.

• Must have a valid Commercial Driver License A, with Group N endorsement.
• Must successfully pass a test for illegal drugs and controlled substances.

Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging, interacting and working with all individuals to ensure clarity and understanding in all interactions.

(The qualifications listed above are intended to represent the minimum skills and experience levels associated with performing the duties and responsibilities contained in this job description. The qualifications should not be viewed as expressing absolute employment or promotional standards, but as general guidelines that should be considered along with other job‑related selection or promotional criteria.)

• This position works in both an indoor and outdoor environment. While indoors, there is no planned exposure to notable lights, noises, odors, temperatures or weather conditions. While outdoors, exposure to lights, noises, odors, temperatures or weather conditions cannot be controlled and may be extreme.
• This position operates a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment including cars, trucks, tractors, forklifts, cranes, hoists, bucket trucks, etc.
• This position operates non-powered hand tools such as utility knives, hammers, pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, chisels, saws, etc.
• This position operates power hand tools such as drills, sanders, grinders, staple guns, chainsaws, air compressors, mowers, etc.
• This position is exposed to variety of hazards such as traffic, moving vehicles, moving…