Heavy Equipment Service Technician

Hall County•Gainesville, GA

6d•$49,451 - $62,349•Onsite

About The Position

Performs semi-skilled work in lubricating, fueling, and servicing heavy construction equipment, automobiles, trucks, tractors, and other motorized and mechanical equipment at the Landfill and Recycling. Also responsible for the inspection and fueling of back-up generators for various departments throughout Hall County. Picks up and delivers parts and supplies for the Landfill Shop.

Requirements

High School or vocational school diploma or G.E.D. supplemented with coursework in auto mechanics.
One year experience in heavy construction equipment maintenance.
Any equivalent combination of education and experience which provides the minimum level of qualifications stated above.
Valid Class A or B Driver’s License with Hazmat endorsement and a satisfactory Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
Knowledge of geography of the County, including major streets and landmarks.
Knowledge of and ability to perform automotive and heavy equipment repair and maintenance.
Skill in using hand tools.
Ability to follow both oral and written instructions.
Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform strenuous and routine work.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Operates pick-up truck to pick up and deliver equipment parts, tires and other supplies; makes out-of-town trips when necessary.
Assist mechanics with manual and semi-skilled tasks in repairing and maintaining automotive equipment, to include greasing and lubricating vehicles, changing oil and filters, changing air filters, changing tires, checking and filling transmission and brake fluids.
Ensures equipment is running properly; starts and tests operation of equipment; pulls pans and makes minor adjustments as required.
Maintains records of individual machines and charts services performed.
Ensure that safety is maintained through proper training and use of PPE.
Maintains and cleans shop area daily, including floors and fluid containment area.
Maintains safety guards around shop machinery and lube pit.
Ensure shop and related buildings are locked and the alarms are set at the end of the day.
Performs other relevant work as assigned.
Regular and predictable attendance is required.