Heavy Equipment Technician III

MONTEREY REGIONAL WASTE MANAGEMENT DISTRICT•Marina, CA

4d•$47 - $59•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Equipment Technician III performs advanced, journey-level technical and mechanical maintenance and repair work on heavy-duty on-road and off-road equipment, automotive equipment, and Materials Recovery Facility mobile equipment. Under limited supervision, the position conducts complex inspections, diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems, and services and repairs a wide variety of equipment and vehicles. As the highest level in the Heavy Equipment Technician series, the role also provides lead direction, work coordination, and training to lower-level classifications as needed, but has no formal supervisory responsibilities. The position requires a Class B commercial driver's license with applicable endorsements and the employee is expected to provide their own tools. Work is normally performed mostly outdoors, with occasional indoor work. The employee regularly encounters varying temperatures, dirt, dust, fumes, grease, oil, noise, garbage, foul odors, and moving vehicles and equipment, and has moderate exposure to electrical current and energy. The role involves frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, working under equipment, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

At least five years performing journey-level or advanced-skill maintenance and repair work on automotive, heavy, industrial, and other power-driven equipment, including substantial experience with diesel engines, hydraulic systems, and heavy-equipment drivetrain and electrical systems.
High school diploma.
Valid California Class C driver's license and continued insurability to drive ReGen vehicles.
Acquire and maintain a California Class B driver's license with Hazmat and Tanker endorsement or certification within six months of employment, as a condition of employment.
Computer diagnostic skills.
Knowledge of safe work practices, procedures, personal protective equipment, Lock Out Tag Out, and control of stored hazardous energy.
Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, procedures, and practices used in automotive, heavy, industrial, and power-driven equipment maintenance and repair.
Knowledge of gasoline-, diesel-, propane-, and CNG-powered equipment; AC and DC electrical fundamentals; complex electrical troubleshooting; hydraulic valves, components, and controls; hydraulic and air brake systems; welding; and preventive maintenance.
Knowledge of Caterpillar ET diagnostic troubleshooting software, Launch full-function automotive scan tool, and Inline 6 Cummins diagnostic troubleshooting software.
Ability to inspect, locate, diagnose, and repair mechanical and electrical defects; use hand and power tools skillfully and safely; perform testing, adjustments, repairs, and diagnostic work; and perform gas and electrical welding.
Ability to estimate time, labor, and materials costs; prepare and maintain repair orders and inspection checklists; follow oral and written instructions; and read and understand repair and parts manuals in English.
Ability to work safely without presenting a threat to self or others and to apply sound judgment with or without specific instructions.
Ability to meet the position's physical and sensory demands, including frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, working under equipment, and lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Two years of college-level coursework in automotive repair or a related field, or trade school certification.
CNG/LNG alternative-fuel training.

Responsibilities

Independently inspect vehicles and equipment, troubleshoot defects, and perform mechanical and electrical repairs.
Perform advanced or specialized repair work on gasoline-, diesel-, propane-, and CNG-powered engines and powertrain systems.
Conduct detailed inspections, including BIT inspections; identify, report, and repair defects and make adjustments to equipment systems and components.
Perform gas and electrical welding, fabrication, and application of wear-prevention materials for mobile and stationary equipment.
Complete repair orders and inspection checklists, and document time and materials used.
Road-test repaired equipment and make adjustments as needed.
Operate ReGen equipment and move it between the landfill and shop for repairs.
Inspect and repair light trucks, heavy-duty trucks and truck bodies, live-floor trailers, heavy equipment, forklifts, aerial and scissor lifts, light towers, and portable and small-engine equipment.
Repair other ReGen stationary equipment, including gates, well pumps, electrical fixtures, and plumbing fixtures, as needed.
Maintain and repair engine, fuel, air intake, exhaust, cooling, air conditioning, lighting, warning-device, radio, charging, computer-controlled, transmission, PTO, differential, drivetrain, tire and wheel, undercarriage, suspension, brake, cab, body, chassis, operator-control, monitoring, warning, hydraulic, and material-handling systems.
Read and follow inspection checklists; identify and report inspection defects; prepare reports and maintain records of work, time, and materials.
Provide lead direction, coordinate work, and train lower-level classifications as needed.
Follow safe work practices and applicable OSHA rules and regulations, use tools and equipment safely, and carry out preventive maintenance programs.
Maintain the assigned work schedule and attendance standards, provide good service to internal and external customers, and maintain cooperative and respectful working relationships.
Perform other duties as assigned.