Road Department Mechanic (INTERNAL)

Job Title: Mechanic
Department: Public Works
Location: Klamath County, Oregon
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Division 5

General Position Summary

Klamath County Public Works Department is seeking a skilled Mechanic to perform maintenance and repair work on a wide range of gasoline and diesel vehicles and equipment. This position also includes welding and fabrication tasks in support of departmental operations. The ideal candidate will have extensive mechanical and diagnostic experience and be capable of handling complex repairs independently.

Essential Functions

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Perform minor repairs or replacements on water pumps, starters, cylinder heads, thermostats, alternators, and other vehicle components

• Conduct major engine repairs on diesel and gasoline-powered equipment

• Diagnose and repair electrical system malfunctions, including full rewiring as needed

• Recondition and repair transmissions and differentials

• Maintain and repair hydraulic and air brake systems

• Install, recondition, and reseal hydraulic systems

• Perform welding and fabrication work as required

• Assist in emergency tree, limb, and brush removal using chainsaws

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered for this position, candidates must meet the following requirements:

Education, Certification, and Experience

• Education or training in diesel engine repair from an accredited school, or equivalent experience in gasoline and diesel engine maintenance

• Knowledge of methods, tools, and practices used in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment

• Must provide own hand tools

• Valid Oregon Class A Commercial Driver’s License with endorsements for Tank, Doubles/Triples, and Air Brakes

• First Aid Certification

• CPR Certification

• Forklift Training

• Current Medical Card

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Language: Ability to read and write simple instructions and correspondence; effectively communicate in small group settings

• Math: Ability to perform basic arithmetic, work with fractions and percentages, and interpret graphs

• Reasoning: Ability to apply common sense to follow written, oral, and diagrammed instructions; handle routine problems

Physical Requirements

• Frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands, reach, climb, kneel, crouch, and talk or hear

• Occasionally required to taste or smell

• Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds