Mechanic

County of Marathon•Wausau, WI

18d•$28

About The Position

The Mechanic is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of large sized construction equipment, heavy trucks, or comparable automotive equipment. Work may include routine servicing and light maintenance of assigned equipment. Work may extend to operation of equipment of a higher grade in accordance with established procedures. Work is performed in accordance with orders and instructions and accepted trade practices, with the employee expected to vary operating techniques in response to conditions. Mechanics are expected to exercise independent judgment on the job, including in the absence of a Foreman. Mechanics may serve as lead workers in directing other staff on projects. This position includes skilled, journey level mechanical work repairing a variety of automotive and heavy equipment (large trucks, bulldozers, front-end loaders, crawlers, graders, trailers, etc.). Work involves performing all types of mechanical repair work on trucks and heavy-duty construction equipment as well as specialized gasoline and diesel-powered equipment.

Requirements

Associate's degree or 2-year diploma in diesel maintenance or closely related field and previous paid work experience repairing diesel engines and heavy-duty trucks and/or equipment desirable; OR 2 years paid mechanic work experience repairing diesel engines and heavy-duty trucks and/or equipment.
Valid driver license, including a Wisconsin Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) without air brake restrictions, tanker endorsement OR selected candidate must pass the required Class A CDL written exams and obtain this license within 6 months of hire. New employees failing to meet the CDL requirement will be terminated.
A driving record that meets County standards.
Skill in engine repair, transmission repair, air brakes replace/repair, suspension repair, driveline repair
Skill in welding/fabrication, mobile air conditioning, truck upfitting, tire changes
Strong diagnostics and problem solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Responsibilities

Troubleshoots and performs major engine repairs including engine valve work, injector replacement, engine or transmission overhauls, and suspension repairs.
Repairs and rebuilds water pumps, rear ends, steering assemblies, hydraulic or air brake systems, electrical systems, and other mechanical components on a variety of heavy equipment including bulldozers, asphalt paver, excavators, snow blowers, front-end loaders, graders, shoulder machines, boom mowers, 3-point mowers, tractors, shoulder reclaimer, broom truck, high lifts, fleet vehicles, small and large trucks.
Repairs to small engines such as lawn mowers, chainsaws, rotors, leaf blowers, message boards.
Diagnoses and repairs hydraulic equipment and other related components.
Performs welding repairs and torching on all pieces of equipment, along with fabricating and mounting snow removal attachments.
Diagnoses and calibrates computer-controlled salt spreader systems.
Performs some auto body repairs.
Converts changeover of winter snow equipment to summer equipment.
Operates snow removal equipment during storms or other times when needed.
Develops solutions to work issues that add value for our customers.
Participates in establishing professional development goals that are supportive of broader County goals.
Maintains regular and predictable attendance.
Works extra hours as required.
Performs related work as required.