Mechanic (Light Duty)

Mechanic (Light Duty) Employment Type: Full-time Regular Pay Range: $58,395.00 - $87,593.00 Location: Castle Rock, CO Overtime Exempt: N Elected Office / Department: FACILITIES This is journeyman level work responsible for preventive maintenance and mechanical repairs on all of the County vehicles and equipment. Generally, the hiring range is $58,395-$72,994 annually. Qualification, education and experience as it relates to the position will be taken into consideration when determining hiring salary. This position includes an annual clothing allowance of $150 and a monthly tool allowance of $100. Douglas County offers an excellent comprehensive benefit package including Medical/Dental/Vision. For a more detailed overview please view the full Employee Benefits Guide. Typical work schedule: Monday - Thursday 7:00 am - 5:30 pm, additional overtime hours may be required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Repairs automotive and heavy construction equipment including gasoline and/or diesel engines, electrical systems (lights, wiring, A/C, D/C motors), hydraulic, air cooling, pneumatic systems, drive train and brakes. Repairs snow and ice equipment including computerized controls, electric over hydraulic controls, sanders, pre-wet and anti-ice liquid systems. Inspects defective and malfunctioning equipment and performs diagnostic tests using engine and charging system analyzers, pressure gauges, laptop computers with diagnostic software and other equipment as required. Dismantles and repairs internal combustion engines, transmissions, pumps, auxiliary equipment, generators, compressors, and clutches. Changes lubricants and filters, performs other preventive maintenance functions as necessary, and performs safety inspections on all County equipment. Performs service calls in the field; may recommend evacuation of equipment to a primary repair facility or outside vendor. Service calls may also be required after normal shop hours on an on-call basis. Should be capable of obtaining certification to service or repair A/C systems and perform heavy duty opacity diesel emissions. On call during snow season; may provide mechanical support to snow removal operations in shop and sometimes in the field.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE A high school diploma or GED equivalent. Three years of automotive/diesel mechanical experience, five years preferred. Preferred experience with computerized maintenance software. Preferred experience with Force Controls. A combination of education and experience may be considered.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Must possess a valid Colorado Driver License upon hire. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment. Ability to possess a State of Colorado Class (A) Commercial Driver License with tanker endorsement after hire. Incumbents must meet the Department of Transportation physical exam and drug and alcohol testing requirements. This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check including fingerprinting through a national database.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The job details outlined in this posting may represent a modified summary of the full job description. In the event of an emergency/disaster in or near the County, all County employees are expected to make every effort to be available to assist the County Manager, Elected/Appointed Officials and Department Directors to ensure the continued operation of any and all necessary County functions. This may mean being available to perform additional duties and hours beyond what is normally required. In the event that an exempt employee works more than 40 hours a week in support of County operations during an emergency, such employee may receive overtime or other appropriate wage compensation in accordance with existing County policies or at the discretion of the County. #J-18808-Ljbffr Douglas County, CO