AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II - 55005947

State of FloridaZOLFO SPRINGS, FL
$47,066 - $60,910Onsite

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. Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC: Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication. FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency’s learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses. Heartland Operations Center – Peace River 8703 US HWY 17 S Zolfo Springs, Florida 33890

Requirements

  • Repair and maintenance and repair of automobiles, trucks, small engines and heavy equipment
  • Diagnostic equipment
  • The use of repair manuals
  • Purchasing rules and regulations
  • All waste generation, storage, and disposal laws, rules, and policies
  • The use of hand tools and mechanical equipment
  • Replacing, repairing and installing various components and accessories such as radios, heaters, windshield wipers, etc
  • Documenting work performed and materials used on work orders
  • Performing preventive maintenance on vehicles and various equipment
  • Customer service.
  • Operate motor vehicles; troubleshoot automotive and equipment problems
  • Perform a variety of gasoline or diesel repair and maintenance
  • Assist in body and fender repair work
  • Lift 50 pounds, climb, squat, stoop, push, pull, crawl and bend
  • Use appropriate safety equipment
  • Work independently
  • Follow oral and written instructions; communicate effectively verbally and in writing
  • Perform minor welding
  • 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
  • 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.
  • three (3) or more moving violations in the past three (3) years that accumulate three (3) or more points per violation
  • any two (2) convictions of reckless driving in the past three (3) years
  • a suspension or revocation of the driver license for moving violations in the past three (3) years
  • a suspension or revocation for refusal to take a sobriety test, or any suspension or revocation for a DUI conviction, in the past four (4) years.
  • 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.
  • Upon hire, this position also requires the applicant to have an acceptable driving record in accordance with the Department’s Driver’s Record Requirements Policy.

Nice To Haves

  • Supervises Department of Corrections inmates crew performing maintenance activities.
  • 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

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.

Benefits

  • Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
  • $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
  • Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
  • State of Florida retirement package
  • 10 paid holidays a year
  • Generous vacation and sick leave
  • Career advancement opportunities
  • Tuition waiver for public college courses
  • A variety of training opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
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