Equipment Maintenance Mechanic I/II

Ramona Municipal Water District•Ramona, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, performs skilled diagnostic and repair work in the maintenance of light, medium and heavy gasoline and diesel-powered automotive equipment, construction equipment, stationary generators, fueling systems, and related mechanical and electrical equipment; supports regulatory compliance activities, provides backup for warehouse functions; and performs related work as required. As the Equipment Maintenance Mechanic I incumbent gains skills and performs more difficult work through experience, training and certification, and as a desired level of proficiency is reached, advancement to Equipment Maintenance Mechanic II class can be reasonably expected. Most incumbents gain the skill, experience, certification and proficiency for advancement within two years with the District.

Requirements

One to two years experience performing automotive repair work
Formal or informal education or training at a level which ensures the ability to read, write, and perform mathematical computations and write reports at a level necessary for successful job performance.
Possession of a valid California driver’s license, Class C, with ability to maintain insurability under the District’s insurance carrier.
Methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the overhaul, maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel-powered automotive and specialized construction equipment.
Principles of internal combustion and diesel-powered engines, air conditioning, hydraulics and electrical systems.
Principles of carburetion and injection.
Engine diagnostic procedures.
Basic purchasing and warehousing or storekeeping practices and procedures.
Stock and inventory control, including requisitioning, receiving, storing and issuing merchandise.
Customer service techniques, practices and principles.
Simple record keeping.
Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
Diagnose engine, drive train, cooling, electrical and fuel malfunctions.
Use complex diagnostic instruments and meters.
Use shop tools, including drills, presses, grinders, and cutting equipment safely and efficiently.
Operate a computer terminal and maintain computerized records.
Make repairs to motorized equipment.
Maintain records.
Operate a forklift, pallet jack, lift gate and other pertinent warehouse equipment.
Operate a vehicle observing legal and defensive driving practices.
Work from shop drawings, sketches, plans, specifications, catalogs and technical manuals.
Work independently in the absence of immediate supervision.
Establish and maintain effective relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Nice To Haves

Welding and metal fabrication experience is desirable.
Possession of an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

Inspects, diagnoses and repairs equipment such as cars, trucks, tractors and other rolling stock, gasoline, diesel and propane-powered equipment located at pump stations, operations yard and treatment plants.
Inspects, diagnoses, tunes, and repairs diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, carburetors, brake systems, hydraulic systems and pumping systems located on rolling stock.
Operates automotive test equipment, such as gauges, electrical testers, and other testing equipment.
Uses electronic equipment to troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical and electrical problems.
Cuts and fabricates metal parts.
Writes parts requisitions, repair orders and job reports.
Researches catalogs to locate materials and parts required for repairs.
Monitors day-to-day maintenance and repair scheduling to keep production at its highest level of efficiency.
Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on District stationary generators and associated fuel, electrical, and control systems; diagnoses equipment malfunctions and coordinates specialized repairs as necessary.
Maintains records and supports compliance with applicable air quality, emissions, fuel storage, and environmental regulations related to District vehicles, generators, fueling systems, and equipment.
Serves as a cross-functional backup to warehouse and purchasing personnel; may assist with materials management, inventory control, procurement support, receiving, shipping, and related activities as needed.
Maintains maintenance histories, inspection records, and preventive maintenance schedules for vehicles, generators, fueling systems, and related equipment; assists with equipment replacement planning and lifecycle management.
Prepares and processes material, packages and other items for shipment via a variety of common carriers.
Tracks paperwork in progress and updates records and files.
Cares for and stores tools and provides for security of tools, materials and equipment at the shop and work site.
Cleans the shop and warehouse facilities, keeping them clean, neat and in orderly condition.
Picks up parts and supplies from vendors; runs a variety of errands.
Maintains records and logs.
Serves as back up to purchasing and warehouse functions in the absence of the Purchasing Officer.
Sets up meeting room and equipment for the District’s Board of Directors meetings.
Ensures that safety equipment is in working order and that safety procedures are followed in the performance of duties.
Performs other related duties as assigned.