Mechanic (Landfill)

About the role

The Dane County Department of Waste and Renewables in Madison, Wisconsin is recruiting for a full-time (1.0 FTE) Mechanic - Landfill position. The Eligibility List created may be used to fill future vacancies over the next six (6) months.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, maintains and repairs varied automotive and heavy equipment, including large-to-small diesel and gasoline engines, trucks, automobiles, tractors, forklifts, graders, sweepers, snow blowers (Airport: high capacity snowblowers and runway brooms), (Landfill: waste compactor, excavator, vac truck), snow plows, wheel loaders, bulldozers, cranes, rollers, turf mowing equipment, compressors and associated equipment.
• Troubleshoots mechanical, electrical and computer-related problems on vehicles and equipment.
• Performs regular inspection and servicing of vehicles and equipment.
• Performs regular preventive maintenance in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
• Uses and maintains computerized fleet management program to track vehicle and equipment maintenance.
• Assists in building and fabricating construction, maintenance or other equipment.
• Makes service calls on equipment to perform emergency repairs.
• Conducts road tests on equipment and maintains equipment in clean and orderly condition.
• Read and interpret diagrams, schematics and other technical drawings.
• Perform welding, brazing, cutting, or other shop work.
• Operate a variety of snow and ice control equipment including snow plows.
• May perform other road construction and road maintenance work.
• May instruct, train and direct the work of others.

Requirements

• Minimum requirements include any combination of training and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and three (3) years of experience in the repair of light and heavy automotive, construction and maintenance equipment which includes a substantial emphasis on diesel engines; or a vocational diploma as a diesel and heavy equipment technician; or a two (2) year associate degree in diesel equipment technology.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification may be desired for some positions.
• Certifications/Licenses: Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) requirements vary by department, see Special Requirements section below.

Qualifications

• Education, Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and three (3) years of experience in the repair of light and heavy automotive, construction and maintenance equipment which includes a substantial emphasis on diesel engines; or a vocational diploma as a diesel and heavy equipment technician; or a two (2) year associate degree in diesel equipment technology.
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification may be desired for some positions.
• Certifications/Licenses: Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) requirements vary by department, see Special Requirements section below.

Skills

• Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of light and heavy automotive, construction, snow removal and maintenance equipment.
• Knowledge of the standard practices, methods, tools, and materials used in mechanical trades.
• Knowledge of safety hazards and relevant safety precautions.
• Knowledge of the theory, care and operation of gasoline and diesel engines.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance programs.
• Knowledge of computer diagnostics and skill in troubleshooting and diagnosing mechanical troubles.
• Ability to determine, and perform, appropriate maintenance, repairs or replacement work.
• Skill in working from technical drawings, sketches, and broken parts to fabricate non standard or specialized equipment.
• Ability to perform heavy manual work.
• Ability to do all position welding.
• Ability to instruct and train employees.
• Ability to keep detailed maintenance records.
• Ability to use computers and maintenance management software.
• Ability to operate heavy construction and maintenance equipment, including snow plows.
• Ability to work without close supervision, make independent decisions, follow instructions and accept criticism.
• Ability to work effectively with other employees and supervisory staff.
• Ability to communicate using two-way radio.
• Ability to communicate tactfully and courteously with the public and co-workers.
• Ability to be safety conscious at all times regarding physical activity (lifting and moving items).

Benefits

• Wisconsin's Fair Employment Law, s. 111.31 – 111.395, Wis. Stats., prohibits discrimination because of an arrest or conviction record. However, Dane County may disqualify an applicant if the position's responsibilities are substantially related to the applicant's criminal history (e.g., the nature of the crime and its relationship to the position, whether hiring, transferring or promoting an applicant would pose an unreasonable risk to the business, its employees, customers and vendors, etc.)
• Management reserves the right to make employment contingent upon successful completion of the background check.
• For Bilingual Positions: Provide services in both English and the required foreign language (e.g., Spanish, Arabic, Hmong, etc.).

Pay

• Bilingual Pay: Employees who work in bilingual designated positions receive an additional $2.00 per hour.
• Undesirable Hours Premium Pay: Employees may receive undesirable hours pay of $2.00 for anytime worked between 6:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m and for anytime on Saturday and/or Sunday. (not applicable with all employee groups).
• Paid Parental Leave: Dane County also provides 12 weeks of paid parental leave for birth or adoption of a child.
• Caregiver Leave: Dane County offers 80 hours of paid leave to care for an ill family member.
• Telecommuting: Telecommuting allows employees to work remotely from home.