Mechanic II

Overview

Job Type: Full Time

Hourly Rate:
Starting $22.20

Status:
Non-exempt;
Safety Sensitive

Benefits:
Full-time employees are eligible for benefits. Health Insurance begins the 1st of the month following hire date.

* Sick and Annual Leave

* Competitive and Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

* Retirement benefits through the Retirement Systems of Alabama

* Free Employee Assistance Program

* Life Insurance

* Long Term Disability Insurance

* 14 Paid Holidays

* Flexible Spending Account

* Free Air Med Care:
Ambulance (Ground and Air Coverage)

* Short Term Disability Options

* Deferred Compensation Plan Options

• Automotive Repair and Maintenance:
  Analyzes, diagnoses and tunes engines including testing/cleaning/replacement of spark plugs, adjusting timing, valves, carburetor needle, replacement of coil, condenser breaker points.
• Disassemble/Reassemble major units such as engine, transmission, differential; inspect parts for wear; reassemble.
• Repair/replace parts such as pistons, rods, gears and bearings; overhaul and replace carburetors, generators, radiators, alternators, starters, distributors, and pumps.
• Rewire ignition systems, lights and instrument panels.
• Turn drums, realign and adjust brakes; align front end; repair or replace shock absorbers.
• Must have experience on air brake systems and hydraulic systems; capable of trouble shooting electrical systems.
• Replace and adjust headlights; install or repair accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers.
• Perform additional repairs as needed.

• Heavy Equipment Repair and Maintenance:
  Analyze malfunctions, repair, rebuild and maintain heavy construction equipment such as motor graders, backhoes, bulldozers, etc.
• Replace defective engines and subassemblies; replace or repair major components, attachments or implements such as blades, tracks, compressors, etc.
• Capable of trouble shooting hydraulic systems; rebuild hydraulic cylinders and hydraulic pumps.
• Capable of trouble shooting and rebuilding power take off systems (hydraulic, air, and electric).
• Operate heavy equipment when needed.

• Miscellaneous:
  Weld to repair broken or cracked frames, bars, plates, and other metal objects on machinery; replace batteries, hydraulic fluid, oil, antifreeze/coolant; repair or replace tires.
• Perform related mechanic duties and various tasks including operation of equipment and some manual labor as needed.
• Test repaired equipment to ensure operating efficiency; supervise assistant mechanic and other area personnel performing equipment maintenance.

• Education, Experience and Special Requirements: Must have a minimum of three (3) years mechanic experience. Must have a valid CDL Class B driver's license. Must have experience in automotive repairs and maintenance. Willing to work overtime and weekends in emergencies. Willing to provide personal hand tools. Willing to travel to pick up parts and material out of area. Willing to work evening shift.

• Required Skills, Abilities and Knowledge: Verbal skills to communicate information to supervisors and coworkers. Writing skills to clearly and neatly complete routine forms and order parts. Reading skills to understand equipment and maintenance manuals, parts lists, and instructions. Math skills to understand precision gauges to measure and fit parts. Listening skills to receive information about equipment problems. Skills in the use of hand and machine tools and equipment used in automotive repair.
  
  Skills in the use of major items of electronic and mechanical shop equipment and machinery. Skills in operating various types of equipment. Skills in analyzing and diagnosing problems in automotive and heavy construction equipment. Knowledge of safety rules, including accident causation and prevention. Ability to work independently without close supervision.

• Physical Requirements: See well enough to read regular print and numbers without error or transposition and inspect small parts. Hear well enough to talk on telephone and determine mechanical problems. Speak clearly enough to communicate information and answer questions politely. Safely operate assigned tools, equipment, and vehicles. PPE is worn to minimize exposure to hazards. Constantly using vision and hearing when reading monitors and being aware of surroundings.
  
  Body mobility to perform maintenance and operate equipment; able to bend, move, stand, and lift. Use of hands to write, perform manual labor and use tools. Ability to lift, carry and/or move up to 100 pounds. Frequent standing, walking, driving, inspecting; occasional kneeling, crouching, crawling and climbing. Exposure to adverse environmental conditions as described in the original posting.
  
  Job Details
  • Seniority level: Entry level
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Management and Manufacturing