AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II - 42005225
About The Position
This position is with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, Florida Forest Service. The incumbent is responsible for the repair and maintenance of all gasoline and diesel powered heavy equipment. This includes performing complete engine overhauls, repairing various systems, and utilizing specialized tools and diagnostic equipment. The role also involves assisting with a preventive maintenance program, preparing computerized work orders, and purchasing parts and supplies as directed. The position requires responding to emergency situations and may involve occasional to moderate travel.
Requirements
- Six (6) months of experience in heavy equipment or automotive repair work.
- Certificate of completion from a technical school for automotive/heavy equipment repair can substitute for the required experience.
- Possession of a valid driver license.
- Successful completion of a drug test is a condition of employment.
- Successful applicant will be subject to pre-employment and annual queries through the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration’s (FMCSA) Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.
Nice To Haves
- Must obtain a Class A Commercial Driver License (CDL) within six (6) months of appointment.
Responsibilities
- Repair and maintenance of all gasoline and diesel powered heavy equipment.
- Performs complete engine overhauls on gasoline and diesel equipment.
- Overhauls valve, carburetor and cooling systems.
- Repairs gasoline and diesel powered equipment, including rebuilding of major components on heavy trucks, crawler tractors and other specialized forestry equipment.
- Repairs power train, transmission, clutch, brake and suspension systems.
- Assists in development, implementation and constant review of preventive maintenance program.
- Uses specialized tools and diagnostic equipment, welders and cutting torches, etc., to repair equipment.
- Studies technical publications, specifications and manuals.
- Prepares computerized work orders and purchase orders on work performed.
- Keeps list of parts and materials used in repairs.
- Accurately prepares work orders to completion.
- Purchases parts and supplies when directed by his supervisor.
- Performs other related work as required.
- Responds to emergency situations.
Benefits
- Annual Boot Allotment
- Annual Uniform Allotment
- Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) Provided
- Annual and Sick Leave benefits
- Nine paid holidays and one Personal holiday each year
- State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision and other supplemental insurance options
- Retirement plan options, including employer contributions
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition waivers
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
