Mechanic II – Public Works – J01590 - 01200

Nueces County•Yard, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Repairs and maintains vehicles and equipment in the Engineering, Road and Bridge or Parks Departments. Primary responsibility is the repair of heavy equipment such as maintainers, gradealls, front end loaders, etc. The employee is required to be on duty before, during, and after natural disasters and emergencies, as directed by the supervisor.

Requirements

High school diploma or general education degree (GED).
Training as a mechanic.
At least three (3) years of experience in heavy equipment repairs.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Valid Texas Motor Vehicle Operator's License (Class A).
Thorough knowledge of auto and equipment mechanics specializing in the operation and repair of heavy equipment.
Ability to repair hydraulic systems, gasoline engines and heavy equipment.
Ability to read wiring diagrams and oil circuits.
Ability to diagnose problems and repair vehicles.
Ability to work with a variety of hand and power tools.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co-workers and other department personnel.
Any employee who drives a vehicle on official business must have a driving record which meets standards set by the County and the County’s insurance carrier.

Nice To Haves

Positions performing body work require the ability to work with fiberglass.
Positions performing welding require the ability to weld cast and gas weld aluminum.

Responsibilities

Overhauls engines and makes various repairs to heavy equipment such as maintainers, gradealls, front end loaders, etc.
Performs tune-ups, oil changes, battery checks, tire and lubrication checks, and other preventive maintenance on automotive, diesel and road equipment.
Repairs or replaces hydraulic hoses, cylinders, pumps, and valves.
Diagnoses engine and mechanical problems and performs needed repairs.
Services vehicles and equipment, including greasing, changing oil and replacing filters.
Rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines.
Rebuilds and replaces clutches and transmissions.
Repairs electrical systems, fuel systems, hydraulics, air conditioners and cooling systems.
Repairs or replaces steering apparatus and brakes.
Steam cleans engines and vehicles.
Performs engine tune-ups.
May oversee work of other Mechanics and make repairs at all county yards.
May work as a field mechanic.
May perform welding and fabrication on vehicles and equipment.
May drive trucks and operate equipment.
May repair tires.
May purchase parts for vehicles and equipment while working in field or in shop.
May oversee designated pieces of equipment and schedule their maintenance.
Performs such other duties as may be assigned.
May oversee work assignments of Mechanics or Assistant Mechanics.
Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.