Equipment Mechanic Building Services

General Definition of Work

The equipment mechanic, under general supervision, performs skill-based work with minimal decision-making discretion performing diagnostic, repair, and maintenance of district vehicles and equipment to include but not limited to small engines, agriculture tractors & heavy duty construction equipment, medium & heavy duty truck (class 7-8), light duty vehicles, trailer repairs (enclosed, open & box truck bodies), and refrigerated trucks.  Position is responsible for coordinating preventative maintenance programs for assigned fleet. Employee performs district-level work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the Building Services Equipment Shop Foreman or Supervisor of Equipment.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

 Salary/Status

Hourly NC 10/ Full-time, 12 months

Reports To

Building Services Equipment Shop Foreman or Supervisor of Equipment

Place of Work

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte- Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

Essential Functions

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Fuel, grease and lubricate automobiles, trucks, heavy equipment, off road equipment, agricultural and yard equipment, etc. Service batteries and other parts
• Diagnose, repair, and service automotive, medium and heavy trucks, warehouse, off-road, agricultural and yard equipment according to policies and procedures
• Diagnose and repair gasoline engines, fuel systems, engine electronics, chassis electrical, steering, suspension, hydraulic brake systems, ABS brake systems, drive lines, differentials and axles
• Diagnose and repair diesel engines, fuel systems air brakes and auxiliary hydraulic systems
• Change and repair tires; install and service spark plugs, light bulbs, fan belts and other simple mechanical parts
• Service automotive equipment with fuel and oil; record amounts used
• Weld, fabricate and assemble parts for light equipment, fenders and bodywork; perform heli-arc, mig and acetylene gas welding and brazing
• Service, maintain, and repair shop equipment
• Complete daily logs and records related to equipment/vehicle repair/service
• Perform safety inspections on vehicles and equipment; perform routine repair work and report safety and other priority repair work to supervisor
• Requisition, issue, pick-up and deliver automotive and equipment parts and supplies
• Assist in general maintenance and cleanliness of automotive shop area; sweep and wash windows; maintain shop and equipment in a clean and orderly condition
• Assist in all aspects of inventory control as needed
• Steam clean and wash motorized equipment
• Sweep and vacuum car interiors
• Respond to all customer concerns and issues
• Research information online to facilitate repairs
• Safely operate a district fleet vehicle to travel to assigned job sites, ensuring compliance with all traffic laws and company driving policies
• Maintain the vehicle in clean, orderly, and serviceable condition, promptly reporting any maintenance needs, damage, or safety concerns
• Perform related work as assigned or required

 Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of the principles, practices, and procedures relating to shop safety
• Knowledge of federal, state, and local regulatory requirements
• Basic knowledge of hand and pneumatic tools, as well as specialized measuring and diagnostic equipment and standard shop equipment
• Knowledge of automatic, truck, and yard and agricultural equipment components and equipment
• Ability to access and understand shop manuals, Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) and related information on a computer
• Ability to operate alignment machine computer system
• Skilled in keeping simple records
• Skilled in communication, both verbal and written
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships; work collaboratively within and across departments, and external agencies 
• Ability to solve problems by utilizing sound judgment

Education and Experience

• High School diploma or GED required
• Minium of three (3) years of verifiable work experience in automotive, truck or heavy equipment repair, or small engine repair required
• Five (5) years of related work experience preferred
• Vocational training in the mechanics trade or associate degree in automotive applied sciences with two ASE Certifications (G1, A1 preference) preferred
• Possess all eight ASE Certifications preferred
• Equivalent combination of education and experience

 Special Requirements

• Asbestos Training 16 hours within the first 90 days of employment.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain the following within the first year of employment; an appropriate, NC State Vehicle Inspection license, ASE certifications (G1, A1 automobile and/or truck), Refrigerant Recovery & Recycling certification, fork Lift operator license and factory training relative to equipment currently in use.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and ability to provide own transportation to/from work
• Travel to school district buildings and professional meetings