Production Mechanic II - Non-Merit

Job Title

A Non-Merit vacancy exists in the Department of Public Works and Transportation, Bureau of Sanitation and Solid Waste Management.

Examples Of Duties

Performs preventive and skilled diagnostic repair and maintenance work on production equipment and other equipment as required. Installs, repairs, rebuilds and maintains mechanical equipment. Installs, tests, and replaces electrical components. Ensures that the installation and repair of equipment complies with agency policy and local codes and regulations. Replaces units or parts, such as gears, bearings, and filters. Tests newly-installed and pre-existing mechanical equipment. Orders replacement parts for equipment. Identifies and confirms time frame for completion of repairs. Assists managers with planning and scheduling of maintenance projects. Communicates the necessity for proper and timely maintenance of all equipment to operators and management staff. Assists management staff in the training of staff in proper equipment maintenance techniques. Works with management and other maintenance staff to develop and implement a preventative maintenance program for mechanical equipment and vehicles. Operates county vehicles.

Examples Of Other Duties

Performs related duties as required.

Qualifications

Must possess a diploma from an accredited high school or its equivalent. Plus at least 5 years' experience installing, maintaining, and repairing mechanical equipment. Related vocational education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for up to 3 years for the required experience. Supervisory requirements may include responsibility for overall direction, coordination and evaluation of managed staff, interviewing, hiring and training employees; planning, delegating, and directing work; evaluating performance; and addressing complaints and resolving problems. Knowledge of electrical installation, maintenance and repair. Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing and the ability to follow oral and written instructions. Possession of a valid license equivalent to a non-commercial, class C Maryland driver's license is required at the time of appointment. Possession of a valid driver's license meeting the requirements of Maryland law and Baltimore County Government policies. Possession of, or ability to obtain, and maintain forklift certification. Possession of, or ability to obtain, and maintain a Certified DOT certification. Proof of licenses and certifications, must be submitted with each application.

Conditions Of Employment

Employees in this classification are designated as Emergency/Essential and may be required to work overtime with little or no advance notice. Must maintain all licenses and certifications throughout employment. The work of this classification entails the performance of heavy physical labor including climbing, bending, stooping, lifting and carrying heavy objects, and the operation of vehicles, tools, and equipment. This position requires the agility to frequently go up and down stairs and climb on and off of equipment. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. Some work requires exposure to potentially hazardous conditions such as exposure to heat, cold, rain, snow, mud, ice, and airborne particles, including dust. Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete a physical examination, drug screening and employment investigation, including, but not limited to a criminal background, education certification and fingerprint checks.