EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II - 5540

GRADE 17

PAY RANGE - $25.31 - $36.09/hr - plus a comprehensive benefits package

General Statement of Duties:

Completes mechanical repair and maintenance work on vehicles and heavy equipment associated with large civic construction projects; performs directly related work as required.

Examples of Essential Work:

• Performs complete repair and maintenance of heavy equipment used in civic construction projects, including single and tandem axle trucks, motor patrols, loaders, motor graders, backhoes, truck or tractor and trailer combinations, low-boy, self propelled roller, snowblower, pavers, planers, bulldozers, street sweepers, power shovels, cranes, draglines, clam shells and related;
• Performs complete repair and maintenance of City vehicles, including routine service, engine overhauls, transmission, electrical system diagnostic, heating and air systems, body work, brake and frame maintenance, suspension, tires and related;
• Documents identified problems and diagnoses basic mechanical problems and repairs or replaces defective parts;
• Discusses vehicle problems with operators in order to identify problems and explain what work may be required;
• Installs specialized components to heavy equipment used in Highway and Airport operations;
• Performs structural and equipment repair and maintenance at related facilities;
• Completes fabrications on vehicles and heavy equipment and designs and builds specialized items as requested;
• Inspects, tests and repairs vehicle electrical charging systems, including alternators, regulators and batteries;
• Performs service calls for stalled vehicles as needed;
• Completes a schedule of preventative maintenance by testing equipment to ensure readiness for use;
• Performs welding duties as applied to heavy equipment, including the fabrication, repair and replacement of metal parts;
• Cuts metal and related items using an oxy-acetylene torch;
• Prioritizes repairs to be completed based on adequate coverage of services to ensure that there is minimal disruption to work services;
• Performs structural and equipment repair and maintenance at related facilities;
• Maintains records on maintenance activities;
• Provides needed information and demonstrations concerning how to perform certain work tasks to new employees in the same or similar class of positions; and more..

Acceptable Experience and Training:

• Graduation from High School or possession of a GED, supplemented by training in heavy equipment and automotive repair; and
• Considerable experience in vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work.

Required Special Qualifications:

• On-call status;
• Valid New Hampshire CDL B with air brakes; (Must obtain license within six months of employment)
• Valid Vehicle State Inspection License; (Must obtain license within six months of employment)