Equipment Serviceworker

City of Akron•Akron, OH

20h

About The Position

This is semi-skilled work in a municipal automotive equipment facility. The employee performs servicing and routine maintenance on a variety of automotive and construction equipment, normally under general supervision with some opportunity to exercise independent judgment. The role also includes related work as required. The position requires completing the eighth school grade and at least one year of paid experience servicing and maintaining automotive equipment, or an equivalent combination of paid experience and training. Up to 50% of paid experience may be substituted with related education or training. A valid State of Ohio driver's license is required. A valid State of Ohio commercial driver's license, with the class and endorsements required by the division, may be required or must be obtained within 90 days of employment. This is a classified position. Selection is through a competitive examination, with examination, education, and experience weighted at 70%, 20%, and 10%, respectively. Candidates must pass the examination to receive credit for education and experience. The examination may be suspended if impractical due to an insufficient number of qualified candidates. Qualified Akron residents may receive five points added to a passing grade, subject to the stated residency conditions; eligible honorably discharged veterans may receive five points with proof of discharge. Out-of-state driver's licenses may be accepted conditionally, but an Ohio license must be obtained before appointment. Candidates with six or more points on their driving record at appointment will be disqualified. The City conducts pre-employment drug screening; candidates who test positive for marijuana or illegal drug use will not be hired. The City of Akron is an equal opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodations for qualified applicants with disabilities.

Requirements

Completion of the eighth school grade and a minimum of one year of paid experience in servicing and maintaining automotive equipment, or an equivalent combination of paid experience and training.
Up to 50% of paid experience may be substituted with related education or training.
Possession of a valid State of Ohio driver's license; an out-of-state license may be accepted conditionally, but an Ohio license must be obtained before appointment.
May be required to possess, or obtain within 90 days of employment, a valid State of Ohio commercial driver's license with the class and endorsements required by the division.
Some knowledge of the parts and functioning of automotive and construction equipment.
Some knowledge of proper servicing practices for automotive and construction equipment.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to perform heavy physical work for extended periods.
Ability to service equipment using standard lubrication charts.
Ability to safely operate motor vehicles and construction equipment.
Must pass the competitive examination to receive credit for education and experience.
Candidates with six or more points on their driving record at the time of appointment will be disqualified.
Candidates must meet the announcement's qualifications and requirements at the time of examination and appointment.

Responsibilities

Grease automotive and construction equipment using a grease gun, lubricants, and standardized lubrication charts.
Check and change oil and oil filters on automotive equipment.
Check batteries, add water as needed, and recharge batteries when necessary.
Check radiator fluid and add water to the proper level; drain radiators and replace water with antifreeze to winterize equipment.
Wash and fuel equipment.
Change and repair tires and tubes.
Steam-clean equipment and motors.
Keep records of gas and oil used.
Replace burned-out headlamps and other bulbs.
Make field service calls, including towing disabled vehicles.
Assist skilled mechanics in repairing various types of equipment.
Start vehicles.
Check fluid levels in transmissions and rear ends and add fluid as needed.
Change blades on road graders and other construction equipment.
Clean general garage areas.
Maintain electronic records of parts, labor, and general diagnostic information.
Locate and pick up repair parts for mechanics.
Perform related work as required.