Mechanic - Public Works

Job Summary

Under general supervision, diagnoses and repairs department vehicles and mobile and stationary powered equipment in the shop and in the field; ensures repairs comply with specifications and provide for safe operation.

Work Schedule and Benefits

• Standard schedule of four (4) ten-hour days per week, with participation in a rotating on-call assignment to ensure coverage of departmental needs.
  • Employees in this role are also provided with tool allowance, yearly boot voucher, county-supplied uniforms/outfit, and ASE certification stipend.
• Includes participation in a rotating on-call assignment to ensure coverage of departmental needs.
• Provides tool allowance to support the purchase and upkeep of necessary equipment.
• Offers yearly boot voucher to ensure safety and comfort on the job.
• Supplies county-supplied uniforms/outfit for daily use.
• Recognizes and rewards professional achievement with ASE certification stipend.

Education and Experience Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three (3) years experience repairing vehicles and/or heavy equipment.
• A.S.E. certified (may be waived depending upon the level of experience).
• Valid State of New Mexico Commercial Driver's license (CDL Class A) or able to obtain within six (6) months of employment.

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Primarily performed in an outdoor or shop environment.
• May be required to lift and carry items more than 50 pounds.
• Exposed to dangerous machinery, potential physical harm, fumes and airborne particles, and extreme weather conditions.
• Noise level is usually loud.
• Work schedule may include working on religious holidays.

Essential Job Functions

• Completes preventive maintenance requirements on engines, motors and related equipment by following diagrams, sketches, operations manuals, manufacturer's instructions, and engineering specifications.
• Troubleshoots and repairs malfunctions.
• Locates sources of problems by observing mechanical devices in operation; listening for problems; using precision measuring and electronic testing instruments.
• Removes defective parts by dismantling devices; using hoists, cranes and hand and power tools; examining form and substance parts.
• Determines changes in dimensional requirements of parts by inspecting used parts; using rulers, calipers, micrometers, and other measuring instruments.
• Adjusts functional parts of devices and equipment by using hand tools.
• Controls downtime by performing routine preventive maintenance.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing technical publications.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.

Benefits

• Health care, dental, vision, retirement, deferred compensation plans, life insurance, short-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave.

Required Questions

• Do you possess three (3) years of experience in repairing vehicles and/or heavy equipment?
• If so, please summarize this experience.
• Are you A.S.E. certified?
• If A.S.E. certified, please list the types of certifications you possess.
• If requested, are you able to provide copies of these certifications at the time of the interview?
• Do you possess a valid New Mexico CDL Class A license?
• If not, are you willing and able to obtain this licensure within six months of employment?
• Please describe your experience with preventative maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of vehicles and equipment.
• Are you willing and able to work on-call as needed?