Vehicle And Equipment Mechanic Iii

Compensation

Grade 14/Step 1 $ 43,493 annually / $20.91 hourly – Grade 14/Step 5 $ 47,798 annually / $22.98 hourly

Under the direction of the Inventory/Shop Foreman and Fleet Superintendent, diagnoses, repairs and maintains gasoline and diesel‑powered vehicles and equipment; performs semi‑skilled and skilled mechanical repairs using hand tools, power operated hand tools, torch, MIG welder, tire changer, wheel balancer, brake lathe, scan tools and AC recovery machine. Performs duties as a Maryland Certified UST Class C Fuel Facility Operator. Possession of a Class A commercial driver's license required to perform duties for the Department of Public Works (must obtain within 12 months of employment).

• Pre‑employment background check
• Safety Sensitive position requiring Drug and Alcohol Testing
• DOT Physical with Medical Examiner's Certificate
• Essential personnel subject to emergency call‑back with little or no notice
• Possession of a valid driver's license, and a motor vehicle history with less than 4 points
• Must obtain a Class "A" CDL within 12 months of employment

• Performs comprehensive repair work ranging from preventive maintenance to major repairs and installations on all vehicles and equipment
• Diagnoses and repairs complex systems on vehicles and equipment, such as fuel injection systems, ABS brake systems and electrical systems to include ignition and emission systems
• Performs scheduled vehicle and equipment preventive maintenance inspections and service, such as engine oil and filter changes, transmission service, chassis lubrication, engine tune‑ups, and replacement of tires, brakes, batteries, belts, suspension parts, steering components, hoses and lights
• Repairs heating, cooling systems, and air conditioning systems, and is familiar with Freon recovery machines
• Performs DOT inspections and preventive maintenance inspections
• Leads and instructs others in the performance of semi‑skilled and skilled labor tasks associated with the maintenance/repair of vehicles and related equipment
• Drives automobiles, trucks, buses or other commercial weight (over 26,000 pounds) vehicles as required to perform assigned tasks
• Performs road service maintenance
• Participates in weather‑related emergencies such as snow removal, flooding, etc.
• Applies acquired knowledge to increasing varied and complex tasks
• Performs duties independently and as part of a team
• Welds steel and other metal parts of machinery; fabricates steel items; reworks vehicles and equipment to improve performance, safety and durability
• Completes assigned tasks accurately and by established deadlines
• Cross‑trains and backs up other staff as needed
• Establishes and maintains harmonious working relationships with co‑workers, elected or appointed officials and the general public using tact, discretion, sound judgment and professionalism
• Complies with safety programs, procedures training, fire drills, COOP plans, etc. and works safely
• Ensures confidentiality of information and records and complies with record retention schedule
• Adheres to Worcester County Government Personnel Rules & Regulations
• Performs other related duties as required
• Performs duties as a Maryland Certified UST Class C Fuel Facility Operator
• Assists with the disposal of surplus vehicles, equipment and miscellaneous items

• 5 years of vehicle or equipment repair and maintenance experience or equivalent training
• Working knowledge of vehicle or equipment parts, components and systems, tools, materials, testing equipment used in vehicle repair and maintenance and principles, practices and procedures of vehicle or equipment repair and maintenance
• Skill in repair, maintenance and diagnosis of vehicle and equipment malfunctions sufficient to work with minimal supervision
• Oral and written communication skills sufficient to follow verbal and written instructions; read street signs; keep records and logs; complete written forms and communicate effectively with others
• Trained and certified as a Maryland UST Class C Fuel Facility Operator within 12 months of employment
• Ability to obtain and possession of a valid Class "A" CDL license within…