Diesel Heavy Equipment Mechanic - 2nd Shift - Airport Location

Kent County Road Commission • Grand Rapids, MI

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of a higher classified employee, performs a variety of manual and semi-skilled mechanical and preventative maintenance activities on KCRC vehicles and equipment. Duties include cleaning, repair and replacement of tire and parts, and servicing fuels and lubricants in accordance with established maintenance program. May assist a higher classified Equipment Specialist with more complex mechanical activities. May serve as a small engine mechanic performing major and minor repairs and maintenance of equipment and machinery.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of progressively more responsible mechanical maintenance experience or equivalent.
• Basic analytic, troubleshooting, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to read and interpret equipment manuals.
• General computerized literacy includes diagnostic tools and an aptitude for learning new software.
• A valid Michigan Class A Commercial Driver's license (CDL) with an "N" Tank endorsement.
• Successful completion of a physical examination and substance abuse testing.
• Responsible for the purchase and maintenance of personal hand tools.

Nice To Haves

• Special or technical training preferred.
• Welding competency desired.
• Professional development encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Performs mechanical and preventative maintenance activities on KCRC vehicles and equipment.
• Cleans, repairs, and replaces tires and parts.
• Services fuels and lubricants according to the established maintenance program.
• Assists higher classified Equipment Specialists with complex mechanical activities.
• Serves as a small engine mechanic performing major and minor repairs and maintenance of equipment and machinery.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED