Truck/Equipment Technician II

About the role

The purpose of this classification is to maintain and repair County-owned trucks and heavy equipment.

Responsibilities

• Performs inspections: inspects and tests truck and heavy equipment systems, including drive train, engine operation, transmission operation, suspension, steering, brakes, electrical system, HVAC and emissions; completes or revises work order for repairs; obtains required parts; performs emission tests per frequency and criteria specified by state law; inspects and tests completed work; and updates required records.
• Performs routine and assists with complex repairs on trucks and heavy equipment: gathers information from equipment operator reports, fault codes and other diagnostic data; troubleshoots and diagnoses problems; identifies items needing repair; completes required repairs; and ensures operation and performance is within specified limits.
• Performs preventive maintenance on trucks and heavy equipment: checks and replaces fluids; drains and replaces oil; collects and recovers Freon; changes and replaces filters; lubricates mechanical parts; installs and replaces blades; rotates, mounts and balances tires; replaces tires, belts, and hoses; checks and replaces batteries; greases equipment; flushes radiators; and performs tune-ups or other preventative maintenance activities as assigned.
• Determines amount of materials required for projects: gathers equipment, parts and supplies; assists in monitoring inventory levels of parts, equipment, tools or supplies; and initiates requests for new or replacement materials.
• Operates or uses various machinery, equipment, power tools, hand tools, and supplies in order to complete work assignments; and operates and maintains basic mechanics tool kit and/or vehicle-specific maintenance tool sets.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED required; supplemented by vocational training and two years as an automobile technician or four years of experience demonstrating progressive skills in the mechanical repair of vehicles.
• Must possess or obtain, and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
• Two (2) or more Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) current certifications preferred.

Physical Abilities

• Tasks require the ability to exert heavy physical effort in heavy work, with greater emphasis on climbing and balancing, but typically also involving some combination of stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds); may occasionally involve heavier objects and materials (up to 100 pounds).
• Sensory Requirements Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
• Environmental Factors Performance of essential functions may require exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, smoke, temperature and noise extremes, hazardous materials, fire, unsafe structures, heights, confined spaces, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, bright/dim lights, toxic agents, animal/wildlife attacks, animal/human bites, explosives, firearms, water hazards, violence, disease, pathogenic substances, or rude/irate customers.

EEO Statement

Cobb County Government is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. Visit Cobb County's Employee Benefits page to learn more.

Application Instructions

01 I understand that all answers to these supplemental questions must be verifiable in the 'Educational History' and 'Work History' sections of the application. Failure to provide sufficient information in these sections may result in my disqualification from the hiring process.

Minimum Qualifications

02 I have read the Minimum Qualifications required for this position and understand I must demonstrate those qualifications on the application in order to be considered for this position. Furthermore, a failure to adequately demonstrate all qualifications may result in my removal from consideration. Lastly, I understand indicating "see resume" on the application, may not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Legal Eligibility

03 Are you legally eligible to work in the United States on an unlimited and unrestricted basis?

Education

04 Educational Background: Mark the highest level of education you have completed. High School Diploma or GED Some College Associate Degree Bachelor's Degree Advanced Degree None of the above

Automobile Technician Experience

05 If you have a college degree, what was your major area of study? Enter N/A if this does not apply.

Vehicular Repair Experience

06 How many year(s) of experience do you have as an automobile technician?

Full Description of Automobile Technician Experience

07 Please describe in full detail your experience as an automobile technician. Enter N/A if not applicable.

Vehicle Repair Experience

08 How many year(s) of experience do you have in the mechanical repair of vehicles?

Full Description of Vehicle Repair Experience

09 Please describe in full detail your experience with mechanical repair of vehicles. Enter N/A if not applicable.

Automotive Service Excellence Certifications

10 Do you currently possess any ASE certifications?

List of ASE Certifications

11 Please list the ASE certifications that you currently possess. Enter N/A if not applicable.

Driver's License

12 What type of driver's license do you possess?

Conditional Offer Terms

14 If you receive a conditional offer of employment, you will be required to satisfactorily complete the following elements: a criminal background check, a Motor Vehicle Report check (MVR), a physical, and a drug screen. Please note that a criminal conviction may not disqualify you from consideration. Are you willing to accept these terms?