Mechanic 2 (4904-50)

Hamilton County Government•Cincinnati, OH

19d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Mechanic 2 diagnoses, adjusts, repairs, maintains and repairs County vehicles and equipment including gas, diesel and propane powered engines.

Requirements

Associate's degree from an accredited college, university, or technical training institute with major course work in Automotive Technology, Automotive Technician, Automotive Maintenance and Repair or Diesel Technician or closely related field and two (2) years' work experience in performing equipment and vehicle maintenance and repair; or any equivalent combination of education, experience, and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Knowledge of County and departmental goals and objectives
Knowledge of County and departmental policies and procedures
Knowledge of Two-way radio operation; mechanical maintenance
Knowledge of Heavy and medium duty equipment maintenance and repair
Knowledge of Vehicle maintenance and repair
Knowledge of Proper lifting techniques
Knowledge of English grammar and spelling
Knowledge of Office practices and procedures
Skill in Typing; data entry, word processing, computer operation, computer programs (e.g., Microsoft Office)
Skill in Welding
Skill in Soldering
Skill in Motor vehicle operation
Skill in Use and operation of medium and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment
Skill in Use of bench and hand tools
Ability to Interpret extensive variety of technical material in books, journals, and manuals
Ability to Deal with problems involving several variables within familiar context
Ability to Read, copy, and record figures accurately
Ability to Add, subtract, multiply, and divide whole numbers
Ability to Copy records precisely without error
Ability to Complete routine forms
Ability to Communicate effectively
Ability to Develop and maintain effective working relationships
Ability to Perform heavy manual labor
Ability to Travel to and gain access to worksite.

Responsibilities

Performs maintenance and major mechanical repair work on County vehicles and equipment including gas, diesel and propane powered engines (e.g., tunes engines, rebuilds and replaces engines, hydraulic systems, brake and exhaust systems, changes fluid, replaces headlights, signal lights, tires, radiators, etc.)
Fabricates or modifies parts as needed to perform repairs
Operates test equipment or talks to operator to locate mechanical problems
Uses hand and electric tools to perform repairs
Operates overhead crane to remove and replace parts and supplies
Operates pickup truck and wrecker
Performs repairs on vehicles and equipment on road call emergencies
Picks up supplies and equipment needed for repairs and maintenance
Maintains records of equipment repairs and maintenance (e.g., oil changes, lubes, parts replaced, tune-up, dates, etc.)
Records daily use of fuel
Completes time sheets recording hours worked by mechanics
Oversees work of mechanics
Maintains adequate supply of parts and supplies needed for maintenance and repair
Welds cracked or broken metal parts and appendages on equipment and vehicles
Cuts shapes and fabricates brackets, hinges, special tools, etc.,
Attends meetings and serves on committees, as directed
Attends training and seminars, as directed

Benefits

Highly Competitive Employee Benefits Package
Generous Paid Time Off
11 Paid Holidays
Immediately Begin Accruing Paid Vacation and Sick Time
Earned Personal Days
Paid Parental Leave
Ohio Public Employee Retirement System which includes 14% Employer Contribution AND a defined benefit option.
Highly Competitive and Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, HRA, Dental, Vision
Employer-Paid Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligibility
Free On-Site Parking
Wellness Incentives
Robust Employee Assistance Program
Access to Free Medical and Rx through Marathon Health
Expansive Behavioral and Mental Health Resources