Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician II (61034380) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT**

Job Responsibilities

Performs skilled mechanical repairs and maintenance to motors, transmissions, brakes, cooling and electrical systems on equipment and automotive vehicles.

Duties include engine overhaul, transmission repairs and overhaul, and clutch replacement to both gas and diesel trucks.

Diagnoses and makes repairs to electrical systems and hydraulic systems to ensure proper and safe operations of dump trucks, pick-up trucks, cars and equipment.

Performs electrical and acetylene welding to make repairs and/or modify parts on vehicles and equipment.

Performs service calls at field work sites as needed.

Works during emergency and inclement weather operations, may include being available for extended working hours or 12-hour shifts.

Requirements

Responsible for shop safety and cleaning of automotive shop and immediate work area, to include all surrounding areas of shop responsibility; ensures that all hazardous waste and materials are properly stored and/or disposed as per DHEC regulations.

Ensures containers are properly labeled.

Necessary Special Requirements

A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.

Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.

Physical Demands

The physical demands for the essential functions involve bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, grasping and physically manipulate objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material.

Frequently exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions, noise, and oil or grease on a daily basis.

Additional Comments

Applications accepted on-line at careers.sc.gov .
Supplemental questions are considered part of the application and must be completed.
Additional questions regarding the application process should be directed to: District 3 HR at 864-239-6044.

Non-Discrimination Statement

The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.