AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II - 55005947

State of Florida

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will play a critical role in ensuring vehicles and equipment are in proper working condition. Key responsibilities include performing preventative maintenance, diagnose repairs needed for various automobiles, trucks, and heavy equipment, purchase parts and supplies, complete all required paperwork, process invoices and work orders. This position will also respond to emergency road service calls.

Requirements

Knowledge of: Repair and maintenance and repair of automobiles, trucks, small engines and heavy equipment
Knowledge of: Diagnostic equipment
Knowledge of: The use of repair manuals
Knowledge of: Purchasing rules and regulations
Knowledge of: All waste generation, storage, and disposal laws, rules, and policies
Skills in: The use of hand tools and mechanical equipment
Skills in: Replacing, repairing and installing various components and accessories such as radios, heaters, windshield wipers, etc
Skills in: Documenting work performed and materials used on work orders
Skills in: Performing preventive maintenance on vehicles and various equipment
Skills in: Customer service.
Ability to: Operate motor vehicles; troubleshoot automotive and equipment problems
Ability to: Perform a variety of gasoline or diesel repair and maintenance
Ability to: Assist in body and fender repair work
Ability to: Lift 50 pounds, climb, squat, stoop, push, pull, crawl and bend
Ability to: Use appropriate safety equipment
Ability to: Work independently
Ability to: Follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively verbally and in writing
Ability to: Perform minor welding
Ability to: Operate and perform pre-trip/post-trip inspections required on commercial motor vehicle (cmv) with gross vehicle weight (gvw) of 26,000 lbs. Or more after obtaining cdl instructional permit & license
Ability to: Develop and maintain effective working relationships with others
Possess a High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency and two years of experience as a mechanic in passenger vehicle and heavy equipment repair and maintenance. An additional year of experience, for a total of three years experience, in passenger vehicle or heavy equipment repair and maintenance is a substitute for a High School Diploma or Certificate of High School Equivalency. Possess a valid Class "E" drivers license and obtain a Class "B" CDL Instructional Permit within 60 days of appointment to position and obtain a valid Class "B" CDL with air brakes is required within 10 months of appointment to the position.
This position requires a valid Class E driver license with an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department’s Driver’s Record Requirements Policy.
In order to be eligible for hire into a position requiring a Commercial Driver License (CDL), applicants must register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s Drug and Alcohol (FMCSA) Clearinghouse, as required, for the Department to conduct a pre-employment query.
To be considered for employment, applicants must meet the qualifications outlined in Title 49 CFR Part 391.11.
Applicants hired for this position with a Class E license will be required to obtain a Commercial Learners Permit (CLP) within 60 days of appointment, attend CDL training and successfully pass the CDL licensing test and obtain a CDL Class B license with air brakes within 10 months after appointment to the position.
The incumbent of this position is required to work with or around Department of Corrections inmates
The incumbent must successfully obtain and maintain, training, certification, a satisfactorily criminal background check and any additional requirements provided by the Department of Corrections in order to supervise inmates
Employee will be required to be responsive to emergency situations within a very short timeframe and serve in the Transportation Emergency Management Team (TEMT)

Responsibilities

Performs skilled work in the diagnosis, repair, overhaul and replacement of gasoline or diesel engines, transmissions, clutches, brakes, electrical systems, hydraulic systems and other parts and major components in automobiles, trucks, heavy equipment, and other related equipment. Field test vehicles and equipment to ensure the repairs have been satisfactorily completed. Repairs, changes, and balances tires on automotive and heavy equipment. Supervises Department of Corrections inmates crew performing maintenance activities.
Performs preventative maintenance work to ensure that equipment is maintained and is in proper working order. Performs periodic maintenance, repair, and preparation of seasonal equipment.
Complies with all waste generation, storage, and disposal laws, rules, and policies. Assists in the maintenance of proper documentation of all waste generation and disposal activities. Elevates questions/items of concern to Shop Manager.
Submits requests for parts and supplies. Responsible for properly tracking and reporting time charged on various work activities and completing shop work orders. Purchases parts and shop supplies as P-card holder and is accountable for proper processing of invoices and completion of required paperwork and work orders. Operates personal computers and printers for processing warehouse commodity issue tickets and work orders.
Responds to emergency road service calls and performs minor repairs to vehicles and equipment. Cleans up after repairs and returns tools to their proper location. Performs minor welding, paint and body repairs as needed.
Instructs other mechanics or helpers in the repair of automobiles, trucks, and other equipment.