Mechanic/Tire Technician

Description

The Mechanic/ Tire Technician is responsible for mounting, dismounting, balancing, rotation, and repairing all McKenzie County vehicles and equipment. This position is located in Watford City, ND and scheduled for Monday – Friday.

Essential Job Functions

• Mount, dismount, balance, and repair tires on vehicles and equipment. Inspect the tires for damage and wear, perform tire rotations
• Perform preventative maintenance services, inspections, diagnosis and repair of County vehicles and equipment
• Correct vehicle deficiencies by removing, repairing, adjusting, overhauling, assembling, disassembling, and replacing major assemblies, sub-assemblies, components, parts or systems such as power and drive trains, electrical, air conditioning, fuel, emission, brake, steering and hydraulics
• Provide assistance, guidance, and direction to other McKenzie County personnel regarding vehicle and equipment maintenance
• Troubleshoot vehicle and equipment breakdowns and failures
• Perform preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment
• Conduct safety checks on vehicles and equipment
• Maintain a clean, safe work area in compliance with the County standards
• Perform all work in accordance with established safety procedures
• Routinely travel to various locations across McKenzie County

Minimum Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED
• One (1) years’ experience as a Tire Tech, Mechanic, Hydraulics
• Valid Class A driver’s license preferred
• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification for Diesel Engines and/or Heavy Equipment preferred
• Strong diagnostic skills
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be able to report to Watford City, ND daily at required schedule time
• Able to handle exposure to noise and extreme weather conditions
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, kneel, stoop, sit, walk extensively

Benefits

• Blue Cross Blue Shield - Medical - Single: 100% paid for employees - Single+Child(ren): $269.28 monthly - Family: $397.80 monthly - Dental - Single: 100% paid for employees - Family: $16.98 monthly - Vision - Single: 100% paid for employees - Family: $4.32 monthly
• Vacation Time - 0-2 full years earn 4 hours per pay period = 96 hours per year - 3-5 full years earn 5 hours per pay period = 120 hours per year - 6-9 full years earn 6 hours per pay period = 144 hours per year - Over 10 full years earn 7 hours per pay period = 168 hours per year
• Sick Time - 4 hours earned per pay period = 96 hours per year
• Retirement - Main Plan - County contributes 9.26%, Employee contribute 1%-3% - County will match - Public Safety Plan - Employee contributes 1.5%, County matches 16.54%
• *Certified Law Enforcement Officers (Deputies/Corrections) - Flex Accounts - Tax-free dollars set aside each month, up to $3,200.00 annually for medical expenses - $5,000.00 annually may be set aside for day care expenses
• Life Insurance - McKenzie County provides $12,000.00 life insurance. Additional coverage available at a discounted rate.
• Other - Deferred Income – 457B - Similar to a 401k plan; minimum contribution amount is $25.00, max of $22,500.00 per year. Funds cannot be withdrawn until retirement, termination, or an unforeseeable emergency.
• Supplemental Insurance - MetLife plans may be purchased for an additional charge.