Equipment Mechanic - Solid Waste and Recycling

Frederick County Government•Landfill - Frederick, MD

12d•Onsite

About The Position

This skilled position is responsible for the complex repair, adjustment and maintenance of trucks, heavy equipment and other equipment (large and small) used by the Division of Solid Waste and Recycling (DSWR). Supervision is received from the Landfill Supervisor through the Division Director. Frederick County Government values the principles of diversity and inclusion, and strives to ensure equal opportunities for its workforce, applicants and community members. If you are a person who wants to make a difference, give back to your community, and be a voice for change, apply to Frederick County Government today.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum of 3 years of work experience in heavy equipment operation and repair or a related field
Possession of a valid driver's license
Advanced knowledge of the tools, equipment, materials, methods and techniques utilized in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment
Advanced knowledge of potential hazards associated with this type of work and appropriate safety precautions
Knowledge of equipment and components in order to identify, inspect, and repair them
Knowledge of landscaping and snow removal equipment
Skill in repairing equipment and materials
Skill in welding and metal fabrication using both stick and MIG welders
Skill in purchasing and maintaining a budget
Effective written and spoken (English) communication skills, including the ability to understand and follow spoken and written instructions and to accurately complete documentation of work performed
Ability to maintain County Authorized Driver privileges
Ability to obtain and maintain required licenses
Ability to operate all Division equipment in order to diagnose issues and make repairs
Ability to effectively detect and diagnose repair problems, and perform complex repairs and adjustments to various types of heavy equipment, heavy trucks and other equipment
Ability to effectively troubleshoot, repair and/or rebuild hydraulic components
Ability to effectively utilize and maintain coolant recycling equipment, computerized vehicle analysis systems and other new technology as needed
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the general public
Ability to obtain a valid Commercial class A driver's license with airbrake and tanker endorsements within 6 months of hire
Ability to provide the hand tools required for this work
Available for varied working hours and on-call for landfill operations, urgent repair to heavy equipment or other emergency situations

Nice To Haves

Welding work experience
Current possession of a valid Commercial driver's license with airbrake and tanker endorsements

Responsibilities

Inspect, repair and/or replace heavy equipment components and parts
Inspect, repair and/or replace brakes, suspension parts and exhaust systems
Perform general tune-ups and fuel system repairs and diagnostics for gasoline systems (carburetor and fuel injection) and diesel systems
Use computerized vehicle analysis equipment to diagnose electronic systems
Repair/charge air conditioning systems; use a coolant recycling system
Diagnose and repair electrical systems and accessories
Provide general maintenance care for all types of DSWR vehicles and equipment
Diagnose and repair hydraulic cylinders and systems
Utilize a computerized system to track work orders and complete records of work performed, parts used, etc.
Perform other related duties as required

Benefits

Tool allowance
11 days of Vacation leave with increase after 2 years of employment
15 days of Sick leave with unlimited annual carryover
11 paid holidays, plus 2 additional floating holidays
Day 1 coverage of comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan options
Generous County Health Savings Account (HSA) contribution (if enrolled in the high-deductible plan)
Dental, Vision, and Flexible Spending
Employee Health Center with no or low-cost primary and urgent care
100% County paid 2x annual salary Group Term Life Insurance and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefit
County and Employee funded Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Vesting after 5 years of service
Additional service credit for eligible previous public service, military service, etc.
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Wellness Program
Generous Tuition Reimbursement Program
Deferred Compensation Plan
Legal Resources
Supplemental Life Insurance
Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital Indemnity Insurance
Lifetime Benefit with Long Term Care plan