Mechanic I-CDL Preferred

Job Purpose and Objectives:

Responsible for repairing and maintaining equipment and related work for Montgomery County.

Position Requirements and Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty 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.

Position Requirements:

1. High school diploma or equivalent

2. Three years of related experience and/or training

3. Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered

Certifications / Licenses:

1. Class C Driver’s License

2. Ability to obtain a Class B CDL License or a Class A CDL with a Tanker Endorsement within one year of hire

Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:

1. Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos

2. Knowledge of hydraulic systems

3. Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, and the metric system

4. Excellent time management skills and ability to multitask and prioritize work

5. Ability to fulfill all duties with minimal supervision and to work independently

6. Assess situations rapidly and make logical decisions in a timely manner

7. Analyze facts and exercise sound judgment

8. Ability to effectively manage projects and multiple priorities simultaneously

9. Strong written and verbal communication skills

10. Problem-solving and critical thinking skills

11. Strong math, spelling, computer, and calculator abilities

12. Ability to communicate in a professional, calm, and courteous manner with the general public and employees

13. Attention to detail

Job Competencies: Essential Functions include the following. Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be added, deleted, or changed at any time at the discretion of management, formally or informally, either verbally or in writing. Schedule and shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.

• Washes and cleans equipment
• Changes oil filters, oil, and tires using a service lift truck
• Checks and arranges supplies in the storeroom, notifies the shop supervisor or clerk when supplies need to be reordered
• Services, tests, and installs batteries
• Tests and replaces alternators
• Makes and changes hydraulic hoses
• Keeps work area clean and organized
• Fills out service or work records as required by the shop supervisor
• Assists other mechanics with equipment repair as assigned by the shop supervisor
• Installs exhaust mufflers, spark plugs, and accessories
• Examines protective guards, loose bolts, and safety gear on equipment and makes adjustments as needed
• Enforces and maintains compliance with all federal, state, and local laws and ordinances
• Performs other duties as assigned or deemed necessary
• Complies with all organizational and departmental policies and procedures
• Operates all job-related equipment, machinery, tools, and other aids as required or needed
• Protects and maintains any confidential information you have access to, whether oral, written, or electronic