Equipment Mechanic I or II

Texas Department of Transportation•Cooper, TX

17h

About The Position

Performs repair/maintenance and inspection related work for fleet vehicles and equipment in the Fleet Operations Division Shop or a District Maintenance Section. Work may require maintenance and repair of heavy equipment used in construction of highways/bridges and inspecting work performed by contracted vendors. Work may require contact with other governmental agencies and private contractors. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments, however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor. Essential Duties: Equipment Mechanic I Analyzes and interprets computerized diagnostic equipment information. Adjusts brakes and replaces brake system parts to include air brake and anti-locking systems. Handles and disposes of environmentally hazardous materials in accordance with federal and state laws. Checks lighting and wiring mechanisms to ensure proper functioning of headlights, spotlights, tail lights and parking lights. Maintains and repairs heavy equipment used in construction and maintenance of highways/bridges Orders, picks up and delivers parts, materials, tools, and operates equipment and vehicles to include heavy equipment. Performs preventive maintenance, inspections and repairs on motor vehicles/equipment; as required moves items related to these activities. Performs quality assurance/analysis on repaired vehicles and equipment. May travel and perform work in other shops throughout the state as required Troubleshoots, tests and repairs electrical systems, electronic ignitions and fuel injection systems. Uses computerized diagnostic analyzer systems and performs complex diagnostic work on vehicles/equipment. Prepares vehicles for use by checking for required safety features such as first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and mobile radios. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned. Equipment Mechanic II: Includes all essential duties listed for Equipment Mechanic I as well as: Performs quality assurance/analysis on repaired vehicles and equipment. Performs acetylene and electric arc welding repairs. Completes repair order paperwork and accurately enters data into fleet information management system. Performs emergency spot repairs.

Requirements

Equipment Mechanic I: 2 years in automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics and repair. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
Associate's degree in Automotive and/or Diesel Technology may substitute for 2 year's experience.
Certificates of course completion from a Technical Training Institute in Automotive and Diesel Technology may substitute for experience on a year for year basis.
Equipment Mechanic II: 4 years in automotive, medium/heavy truck, or construction equipment diagnostics and repair. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).
Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.
Must have a Class "A" Commercial Driver's License (CDL) at the time of hire.
Mtr Veh St Inspector-Licensed, if performing State safety vehicle inspections must have or obtain a State Inspector's license.
Mechanical equipment operation and maintenance
Vehicle air conditioning and heating systems
Basic vehicle mechanics, maintenance and repair procedures
Troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating electronic and mechanical components and subsystems
Using applicable hand and power tools, equipment, and mechanical devices of the trade
Mechanical repair procedures for diesel, gasoline, CNG and LPG engines
Using applicable electronic test equipment
Diagnosing problems and repairing equipment to include electronic and mechanical components and subsystems according to defined codes and specifications
Reading and interpreting equipment repair and parts contracts
Follow applicable safety standards, practices and procedures
State procurement guidelines for parts purchases and P-card use
Brake repairs to include anti-locking systems, mechanical brakes, air brakes and hydraulic brake systems
Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
Subject to extreme cold and heat; below 32 and/or above 100 degrees for more than one hour
Subject to hazards-moving vehicles/mechanical parts, high places/heat, or chemicals
Subject to atmospheric conditions-fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation
Subject to air and/or skin exposure to oils and other cutting fluids
Medium work: Lift up to 50 lbs at a time and frequently lift or carry objects up to 25 lbs
Balancing-walking, standing, crouching on various surfaces without falling
Stooping-bending body downward and forward by bending spine at waist
Kneeling-bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee(s)
Reaching-extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction
Pushing-using upper extremities to press against object with force to move in a direction
Grasping-applying pressure to an object with fingers and palm
Must pass a drug test prior to employment for safety impact positions.
Must be able to report for duty within 45 minutes of notification on a 24-hour basis to respond to emergency situations.
Will be required to work alternate schedules during an emergency response situation such as adverse weather events.
Will be required to travel to other district/division shops within the state as needed.

Responsibilities

Analyzes and interprets computerized diagnostic equipment information.
Adjusts brakes and replaces brake system parts to include air brake and anti-locking systems.
Handles and disposes of environmentally hazardous materials in accordance with federal and state laws.
Checks lighting and wiring mechanisms to ensure proper functioning of headlights, spotlights, tail lights and parking lights.
Maintains and repairs heavy equipment used in construction and maintenance of highways/bridges
Orders, picks up and delivers parts, materials, tools, and operates equipment and vehicles to include heavy equipment.
Performs preventive maintenance, inspections and repairs on motor vehicles/equipment; as required moves items related to these activities.
Performs quality assurance/analysis on repaired vehicles and equipment.
May travel and perform work in other shops throughout the state as required
Troubleshoots, tests and repairs electrical systems, electronic ignitions and fuel injection systems.
Uses computerized diagnostic analyzer systems and performs complex diagnostic work on vehicles/equipment.
Prepares vehicles for use by checking for required safety features such as first aid kits, fire extinguishers, and mobile radios.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Performs acetylene and electric arc welding repairs.
Completes repair order paperwork and accurately enters data into fleet information management system.
Performs emergency spot repairs.