AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II - 55010595

State of Florida•COCOA, FL

4d•$47,109 - $60,964•Onsite

About The Position

The Automotive Equipment Mechanic II supports the Florida Department of Transportation’s mission by performing skilled diagnosis, repair, overhaul, replacement, and preventive maintenance on gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment. This includes automobiles, trucks, heavy equipment, engines, transmissions, clutches, brakes, electrical and hydraulic systems, and related components. The role also field-tests equipment, repairs and balances tires, performs minor welding and body repairs, responds to emergency road-service calls, and instructs or assists other mechanics and helpers. The position supervises a Department of Corrections inmate crew performing maintenance activities and works with or around Department of Corrections inmates. The position is based at Brevard Maintenance, 555 Camp Road, Cocoa, Florida. The incumbent must be available for emergency response and may be required to be on call for 24-hour duty. A valid Class E driver's license is required, along with obtaining a Class B CDL instructional permit within 60 days of appointment and a Class B CDL with air brakes within 10 months.

Requirements

High school diploma or certificate of high school equivalency and two years of experience in passenger vehicle and heavy equipment repair and maintenance; alternatively, three years of experience in passenger vehicle or heavy equipment repair and maintenance may substitute for the diploma or certificate.
Valid Class E driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Obtain a Class B CDL instructional permit within 60 days of appointment and a valid Class B CDL with air brakes within 10 months of appointment.
Meet the qualifications in Title 49 CFR Part 391.11.
Register with the FMCSA Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse as required; a mandatory pre-employment drug screening applies.
Knowledge of repair and maintenance of automobiles, trucks, small engines, and heavy equipment; diagnostic equipment and repair manuals; purchasing rules and regulations; and applicable waste laws, rules, and policies.
Skill in using hand tools and mechanical equipment; replacing, repairing, and installing vehicle components and accessories; documenting work and materials on work orders; preventive maintenance; and customer service.
Ability to operate motor vehicles; troubleshoot vehicle and equipment problems; perform gasoline or diesel repair and maintenance; assist with body and fender repairs; use safety equipment; work independently; follow instructions; communicate effectively; perform minor welding; and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to lift 50 pounds and climb, squat, stoop, push, pull, crawl, and bend.
Ability to respond to emergencies and be on call for 24-hour duty when necessary.
Availability to work with or around Department of Corrections inmates.

Responsibilities

Diagnose, repair, overhaul, and replace gasoline or diesel engines, transmissions, clutches, brakes, electrical and hydraulic systems, and other components in automobiles, trucks, heavy equipment, and related equipment.
Field-test vehicles and equipment to verify repairs have been completed satisfactorily.
Repair, change, and balance tires on automotive and heavy equipment.
Perform preventive, periodic, and seasonal maintenance, repair, and equipment preparation.
Supervise Department of Corrections inmates performing maintenance activities.
Comply with waste generation, storage, and disposal requirements and help maintain documentation of waste activities.
Submit requests for parts and supplies; track and report work time; complete shop work orders and required purchasing paperwork; and process invoices.
Purchase parts and shop supplies as a P-card holder and operate computers and printers to process warehouse commodity issue tickets and work orders.
Respond to emergency road-service calls and perform minor repairs to vehicles and equipment.
Clean up after repairs and return tools to their proper locations.
Perform minor welding, paint, and body repairs as needed.
Instruct or assist other mechanics and helpers in repairing automobiles, trucks, and other equipment.
Operate commercial motor vehicles and perform required pre-trip and post-trip inspections after obtaining the required CDL.