Emergency Vehicle & Heavy Equipment Mechanic

The Emergency Vehicle/ Heavy Equipment Mechanic performs highly skilled electrical and mechanical work of the journeyman level in the repair and maintenance of emergency vehicle & heavy equipment of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment. Work is checked through occasional inspection in progress and by the quality of performance of repaired equipment. Repairs and overhauls a variety of construction and maintenance equipment and emergency apparatuses with special emphasis on diesel powered and complex public works equipment. Overhauls and services assemblies and accessories, such as single and two speed rear axles; hydraulic, compressed air, vacuum and electric controls, systems and components, pumps and items related to fire engines and ambulances Repairs and overhauls generators, motors, installs pistons, piston sleeves and bearings. Repairs and overhauls trucks, power shovels, tractors, air compressors, bulldozers, draglines, graders and other heavy engineering equipment. Conducts tests to locate defects in operation and checks on repair before returning equipment to service. Performs other related job duties as assigned. These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required. Requires a High School Diploma or equivalent; and three (3) years of experience in the construction, repair, maintenance and servicing of diesel motors and diesel-powered construction equipment, including experience in all types of automotive repair and maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job; and three (3) years of experience in working with emergency vehicle apparatuses. Work is performed both inside in an office environment and outside environmental conditions in which the employee is subject to workplace hazards including exposure to atmospheric conditions with extreme cold and heat for short periods of time. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, fumes, grease or oils, electrical energy, slippery surfaces and large machinery. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc. #J-18808-Ljbffr Hardee County (FL)