Mechanic - Road and Bridge

Coryell County•Gatesville, TX

22h•Onsite

About The Position

The Mechanic maintains, services, and repairs County vehicles and equipment, including heavy construction and motorized equipment. The work ranges from scheduled preventive maintenance and minor repairs to engine rebuilding and repairs to hydraulic, electrical, cooling, fuel, drivetrain, braking, suspension, and body systems. The position also involves diagnosing mechanical problems, estimating repair costs, obtaining parts and supplies, maintaining inventories and service records, and keeping the shop, tools, and equipment orderly. The Mechanic operates vehicles and equipment to test their condition and perform assigned work, takes vehicles to licensed stations for state inspections, and provides emergency field assistance or towing when needed. The role may also include assisting work crews and using diagnostic and repair equipment, general office equipment, and software to complete work. Work is outdoors and may involve extreme temperatures, noise, vibration, moving machinery and vehicles, electrical hazards, chemicals, oils, fumes, and other atmospheric conditions. The regular schedule is eight hours per day, Monday through Friday; the summer schedule is ten hours per day, Monday through Thursday.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, supplemented by one year of equipment maintenance and repair experience, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
One to three years of experience in vehicle and engine maintenance and repair, including heavy equipment, ABS brakes, HVAC, automotive electrical systems, front suspension, transmissions, and gas and diesel engines.
Must possess and maintain a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), including endorsements.
Working knowledge of vehicle and equipment repair and maintenance.
Knowledge of safety and accident-prevention procedures and of the practices, methods, materials, and tools used in modern equipment maintenance.
Knowledge of gas and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, fire pumps and valves, generators, and welding.
Must meet the physical demands of the job, including lifting up to 20 pounds constantly, 50 pounds frequently, and 100 pounds occasionally.
Must complete a physical examination, drug test, and background check.

Responsibilities

Maintain, service, and repair County vehicles and equipment, including heavy construction and other motorized equipment.
Repair and maintain hand and power tools, such as jacks and airlifts.
Establish and implement daily equipment checks to evaluate preventive maintenance schedules.
Diagnose engine and mechanical problems; prepare cost estimates; and obtain materials, parts, and supplies for repairs.
Perform repairs ranging from minor replacements and scheduled maintenance to engine rebuilding and repairs to clutches, axles, bearings, and related units.
Repair and maintain vehicle air conditioning, cooling, ignition, electrical, braking, and fuel systems.
Perform vehicle alignments, suspension repairs, tire repairs, and balancing.
Perform painting, welding, and repairs to automotive and vehicle body parts.
Maintain inventories of equipment, supplies, and parts needed for preventive vehicle maintenance.
Process invoices for suppliers and vendors providing equipment, supplies, and services.
Clean the shop and keep tools and equipment orderly.
Maintain vehicles in satisfactory condition for state inspection requirements and drive vehicles to licensed inspection stations.
Provide emergency field assistance to disabled equipment and vehicles and tow vehicles when necessary.
Operate vehicles and equipment, and assist work crews as assigned.
Use diagnostic and repair equipment, tools, and materials, as well as general office equipment and software, to complete essential functions.
Perform other assigned duties.