Heavy Equipment Technician

Summary

This requisition expires on October 16, 2024, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.

Responsible for maintaining and repairing the City's heavy equipment landfill fleet

• THE CITY OF DENTON IS INVESTED IN YOUR SUCCESS*

What we offer to aid in your career growth:

Access to ASE certifications

58 ASE certification tests available, covering almost every aspect of the automotive repair and service industry

Earn $250 annually for EACH completed course

Access to Master ASE certifications

Incentive pay for up to 3 Master certifications

Earn $2,500 annually for EACH Master ASE certification completed

Potential of earning up to $7,500 annually

Tool allowance

Prorated for new hires

$1,500 provided in November

Boot allowance

Upon hire

Receive $250 annually

Essential Functions and Other Important Duties

Essential Functions:

• Performs maintenance and repair on heavy-duty vehicles, including landfill equipment

• Keeps accurate records of all P.M. services and repairs

• Follows extensive heavy equipment preventative maintenance schedules

• Performs mechanical work on a variety of heavy equipment (gasoline, diesel, and fuel injected vehicles)

• Performs advanced diagnostics using specialized laptop software such as CAT ET, Cummins Insite and International Service Maxx

• Performs complete chassis repairs including suspensions, steering, wheel bearings, etc.

• Performs complete brake system repairs, replaces brake drums, rotors, shoes, pads, etc.

• Performs complete fuel, electrical and cooling system repairs

• Performs routine preventive maintenance including fluid level checks and oil sampling

• Diagnoses and repairs transmissions

• Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications / Acceptable Equivalency:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency

• Four (4) years of experience in heavy equipment mechanical repair and industry accepted practices performing preventative maintenance and repair services

OR

• Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

Core Competencies:

• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

• Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers

• Skill in diagnosing equipment malfunctions

• Knowledge of diesel engines, hydraulic and electrical systems

• Knowledge of procedures and skills to operate equipment and tools used in diagnostics, repair and maintenance of motorized landfill heavy equipment

Preferences:

• Bilingual in Spanish and English

• Master ASE Certified

• Completion of an accredited truck and heavy equipment technical school

• Skill in using advanced, computerized diagnostic equipment for repairs, services and maintenance

• Associate's degree in a related field

• Five (5) years of experience in repair of hydraulic systems/components

Conditions of Employment:

• Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) and a good driving record OR Must possess a valid Class C driver license with a good driving record and the ability to obtain a Class B CDL within six (6) months of employment.

• Must pass a drug test, driver's license check, social security number verification, and criminal history background check

• Must obtain 6 National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications within one year of employment

• Must pass a physical examination

• Must have own hand tools

• Must be able to work a schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

• Must be able to work overtime and emergency call-in, as needed or determined by the business need of the department

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements

Physical Requirements:

Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.

• Sedentary - lifting no more than 10 pounds

• Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds

• Medium - lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds

• Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds

• Very Heavy - lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds

Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.

Codes for "how often":

Y = Yes

N = No

E = extensive (100-70%)

M = moderate (60-30%)

I = infrequent (20-10%)

A = almost never (<10%)
Task: Code:

1.Standing: E

2.Sitting: A

3.Walking: E

4.Lifting: M

5.Carrying: M

6.Pushing/Pulling: M

7.Overhead Work: I

8.Fine Dexterity: M

9.Kneeling: E

10. Crouching: M

11. Crawling: M

12. Bending: E

13. Twisting: M

14. Climbing: A

15. Balancing: N

16. Vision: E

17. Hearing: E

18. Talking: E

19. Video Display: E

20. Other:

Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:

The essential functions of this position require the use of hand tools in order to remove and repair equipment and the use of safety glasses/goggles.

Environmental Factors:

The essential functions of this position are performed primarily outside throughout the year; requires work in high/low temperatures equally and high humidity throughout the work year; requires exposure to noise, chemicals, fumes, dust, gas and operation of a motor vehicle and equipment.

This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

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