HEAVY VEHICLE TECHNICIAN, SENIOR

City of Columbia,SC•Columbia, SC

39d

About The Position

This position performs skilled mechanical repair work on City-owned diesel- and gasoline-powered trucks and other specialized medium-to-heavy equipment, ensuring that repaired vehicles run properly and safely; performs preventive maintenance on such equipment as scheduled, and performs related work as required. The incumbent works according to some procedures but decides how or when to do things; work is reviewed regularly by supervisor. The work is considered medium-to-heavy in nature and involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, digging, pushing or raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 and 50 pounds of force on a recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis. The work requires the following physical abilities to perform the essential job functions: balancing, climbing, crawling, crouching, feeling, fingering, grasping, handling, hearing, kneeling, lifting, mental acuity, pulling, pushing, reaching, repetitive motion, speaking, standing, stooping, talking, visual acuity, and walking. Work environment may involve exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, toxic/caustic chemicals, heights; and works with heavy equipment and machinery that could result in bodily harm to co-workers or others.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Three (3) years of relevant prior experience
Have or be able to obtain a valid South Carolina Class "A" Driver's License within one (1) year from date of hire or promotion
Possess a mechanic's tool set.

Nice To Haves

Preference maybe given to current ASE T2-T8 certification holders

Responsibilities

Diagnoses and performs mechanical repair work on diesel and gasoline-powered vehicles, trucks and heavy equipment, including repairing or replacing engines, fuel injection systems, electronic engine controls, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, brake systems, HVAC systems, computer systems, drivetrains, differentials, etc.
Repairs emergency services and law enforcement vehicles; installs and maintains specialized equipment on emergency vehicles as necessary
Performs welding and fabrication work as needed
Performs a variety of preventive maintenance duties as scheduled, including changing oil, lubricating, replacing hoses and belts, replacing brakes, checking lights, and tuning engines
Changes and repairs tires on vehicles
Conducts road tests after repair work is completed to ensure that all vehicles are mechanically safe and function properly
Provides emergency field assistance to disabled vehicles
Picks up parts from vendors as necessary
Reviews work orders to ensure repairs are completed correctly and in a timely manner
Maintains records of work completed and parts used
Maintains assigned tools and equipment
Assists in maintaining a clean and orderly shop
Performs service calls and wrecker calls
Assists in providing training and leadership of lower-level mechanics and technicians as assigned
Attends training, workshops, meetings, etc., as appropriate to maintain or enhance job knowledge and skills
Performs other related duties as assigned