Service Truck Operator (Am Or PM Schedule)

Description

THIS POSITION CAN BE FILLED TO WORK DAY SHIFT OR NIGHT SHIFT.

The purpose of the class is to perform mechanical repair work on County-owned trucks and other light to-heavy equipment; to ensure that repaired vehicles run properly and safely; to perform repair work in the field as needed; to perform preventive maintenance on such equipment as scheduled; and to perform related work as required. This class works according to some procedures but decides how or when to do things; work is reviewed regularly by supervisor.

Duties

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Drives service truck to field locations in response to service calls; assesses vehicle/equipment

condition; and recommends appropriate course of action.

• Performs mechanical repair work on vehicles and equipment.

• Performs a variety of preventive maintenance duties, including changing oil, lubricating,

replacing hoses and belts, replacing brakes, checking lights and tuning engines.

• Changes and repairs tires on vehicles and equipment.

• Fuels vehicles and equipment.

• Delivers fuel to equipment and generators.

• Replaces hydraulic lines and hoses as necessary on equipment and vehicles.

• Conducts road tests after repair work is completed to ensure that vehicles and equipment are

mechanically safe and functioning properly.

• Assists parts personnel in ordering and picking up necessary vehicles, equipment parts, and

maintenance supplies.

• Maintains records of work completed and parts used.

• Attends training as required to maintain or enhance job knowledge and skills.

• Performs other related job duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

High school diploma or GED supplemented by education in automotive/mechanical repair or a closely related field.

Requires at least one (1) year of vehicle and equipment maintenance experience.

Special Qualifications:

Must possess a valid state driver's license.

Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification preferred.