Mechanic Iii-Heavy Equipment

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Performs highly skilled mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of automotive machineryUNDER GENERAL DIRECTION

Overhauls motors on trucks, cars, garbage packers, and other large equipment

Secures parts for vehicles

Makes service calls in the field

Diagnoses defects in automotive equipment

Corrects break downs or problems concerning automotive equipment

Corrects defective automotive equipment

Performs related work

Completion of a recognized apprenticeship program

Mechanic

WORK EXPERIENCE

Two years of experience in mechanical work in a commercial garage

EQUIVALENCY

Additional experience may be substituted for the training requirement

OTHER MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Must submit to and pass pre-employment and random alcohol and drug tests as mandated by the Department of Transportation

Must wear safety equipment as mandated by OSHA

Must be on 24 hour call

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess and maintain a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with air brake endorsement or obtain within six months of employment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

Meets regular and punctual attendance standards and any special needs of the position as determined by management, including mandatory overtime and performing related work

Spends prolonged periods of time sitting, standing, walking, carrying, stooping and climbing

Lifts and carries items weighing up to 100 pounds in a team setting

Sufficient vision and hearing are needed to detect and correct mechanical problems