Diesel Mechanic

Chaves County•Chaves County Administration Building, NM

13d•Onsite

About The Position

Employee is responsible for all repairs and maintenance of county road equipment and vehicles. Tasks include diagnosing problems with heavy automotive and construction equipment; determining the most effective means to repair problems with existing parts and tools. Employee must improvise repair methods when no standard method exists, making recommendations for outside repairs when necessary. Routine servicing and preventative maintenance of assigned equipment. Employee must perform all related work as required and other duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or G.E.D.
Four years experience in heavy gasoline and diesel powered engine repair.
Proficiently understand diagrams and instruction in repair manuals and technical bulletins.
Working knowledge in the use of both oxyacetylene and ARC welding equipment.
Considerable knowledge of methods, materials, tools and equipment used in the maintenance and repair of equipment including principals of operation.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and the safety precautions necessary in the automotive and equipment repair trade.
Must be able to complete forms and provide clear and concise records of work performed.
Must have the ability to diagnose mechanical problems and perform suitable repair methods.
Ability to read, write, and understand written and oral instructions.
Must have working knowledge of computers and/or specific programs.
Able to use proficiently any machines and/or tools.
Interact with occupants of the County buildings and the general public in a professional and friendly manner.
Work independently using good judgment and decision making skills.
Work well with ever changing priorities and/or situations.
Employee must know and understand County Personnel Policy as well as all County and departmental policies pertinent to the position.
Must be able to maintain an acceptable attendance record, be punctual and meet established deadlines.
Must comply with all safety guidelines of Chaves County.

Nice To Haves

Vocational training with emphasis on heavy equipment repair.
Mobile Air Conditioning Certification or the ability to obtain said certification within six (6) months of hire.

Responsibilities

Diagnosing problems with heavy automotive and construction equipment.
Determining the most effective means to repair problems with existing parts and tools.
Improvising repair methods when no standard method exists.
Making recommendations for outside repairs when necessary.
Routine servicing and preventative maintenance of assigned equipment.
Performing all related work as required and other duties as assigned.
Providing close to general supervision to six full-time and/or part-time personnel during the absence of supervisor.
Responsible for the overall day-to-day Department shop operations.