Highway North Barn - Heavy Equipment/Diesel Mechanic

Allen County Government • Fort Wayne, IN

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Fleet Manager, the Heavy Equipment/Diesel Mechanic maintains, diagnoses, and repairs County vehicles and heavy equipment and responds to service calls as needed. This position is Covered, as defined by the Board of Commissioners of the County of Allen Employee Handbook.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED and specialized training in Diesel and/or Heavy Equipment repair or related field and one year Diesel and/or Heavy Equipment maintenance and repair experience
• Ability to obtain a Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within six months
• Thorough knowledge of the accepted principles involved in gas and diesel engine repair and maintenance
• Working knowledge of diagnostics and repair procedures
• Thorough knowledge of air brakes, hydraulic brakes, and Anti-lock Braking Systems (ABS)
• Knowledge of safety procedures and precautions for working with heavy equipment
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Experience with Forklift and Bobcat operation
• Ability to weld/solder under established safety guidelines

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses, repairs, and maintains County vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Responds to service calls on the road for broken down vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Conducts electrical and mechanical repairs.
• Works on air brakes, hydraulic brakes, and hydraulic systems.
• Transports equipment and vehicles to and from worksites, as required.
• Operates heavy equipment to remove snow and ice.
• Maintains records of all vehicle and heavy equipment repairs, using descriptions of work performed and codes.
• Performs shop maintenance and ensures shop cleanliness.
• Performs all other duties as assigned, including overtime as required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees