Mechanic Road Department

Job Title

Applications are accepted until there are sufficient numbers of qualified applications or qualified candidate has been identified. The position could possibly close at any time. Performs maintenance and repairs on equipment from minor service to major engine repair, performs welding and fabrication of materials to make necessary repairs, analyzes breakdown, changes tires and/or blades, and other duties as assigned.

Essential Functions

Performs maintenance and repairs on equipment from minor service to major engine repair using of all tools of the trade, including but not limited to, precision instruments, welding equipment, shop machines and power tools.

Performs complete diagnosis of any mechanical, electrical or other breakdown or failure to motorized equipment. Changes ties and other equipment as needed.

Performs welding and fabrication of materials to make necessary repairs.

Disassembles, overhauls, repairs and re-assembles engines, transmissions, differentials, clutches, brakes, electrical systems, fuel systems to motorized equipment or related equipment.

Submit parts order requests thru the Purchasing Department. Charge out parts and materials from the stock room, for maintaining accurate inventor records.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Must adhere to departmental standards in regard to HIPAA and other privacy issues.

During a public health emergency, the employee may be required to perform duties similar to, but not limited, to those in his/her job description.

Employment Qualifications

Class 7 Education: High school diploma or its equivalent. Experience: A minimum of four (4) years of experience in the truck mechanic trade is required. Step 4 Class 7: Above qualifications plus minimum 3 years ICRD Class 7 experience, plus attainment of at least 4 of the 6 current State of Michigan Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic Certifications. Step 5 Class 7: All above qualifications plus:

• 2 year degree from a trade school, military training, or equivalent educational experience focused on heavy equipment repair.
• In lieu of above formal training: 5 years or more continuously employed as an ICRD Class 7 and the ability to perform all the required task of a Class 7.
• Must have the skill set to help in the training of other employees, in Safety and Heavy equipment repair.
• Must be proficient in computer software programs as required for diagnosing modern heavy equipment technologies.
• Experience in assisting in the fabrication of plow trucks and other equipment, under direction from the fleet manager or a Class 8 employee.
• Complete understanding of hydraulic systems including hydraulic flow rates and pressures.

Class 8 This new classification / pay grade will have only one pay step with required qualifications as follows:

• All 6 current State of Michigan Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic Certifications.
• Welding certifications from a recognized national organization, to be compliant with MIOSHA equipment and fabrication standards preferred, or ability to obtain within 60 days.
• Ability to read blueprints and draft basic blueprints for designing and assembling of new equipment.
• Advanced ability in fabrication of plow trucks and other equipment, under general direction from the Fleet Manager, with little or no guidance.
• Ability to mentor less experienced Class 7's in fabrication of new fleet equipment.

Other Requirements:

• Must have a valid Commercial Driver License A, with Group N endorsement.
• Must successfully pass a test for illegal drugs and controlled substances.

Demonstrates effective communication skills by engaging, interacting and working with all individuals to ensure clarity and understanding in all interactions.

Requirements and Working Conditions

Working Conditions:

• This position works in both an indoor and outdoor environment. While indoors, there is no planned exposure to notable lights, noises, odors, temperatures or weather conditions. While outdoors, exposure to lights, noises, odors, temperatures or weather conditions cannot be controlled and may be extreme.
• This position operates a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment including cars, trucks, tractors, forklifts, cranes, hoists, bucket trucks, etc.
• This position operates non-powered hand tools such as utility knives, hammers, pliers, wrenches, screwdrivers, chisels, saws, etc.
• This position operates power hand tools such as drills, sanders, grinders, staple guns, chainsaws, air compressors, mowers, etc.
• This position is exposed to variety of hazards such as traffic, moving vehicles, moving mechanical parts, electrical current, slippery surfaces, chemicals, cleaning solutions, oils, hazardous materials, etc.
• This position is exposed to air quality conditions such as fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, poor ventilation, etc.
• This position is exposed to noise levels which require shouting in order to be heard.
• This position is exposed to vibrations and oscillating movements.
• This position is exposed to close quarters which could cause claustrophobia such as crawl spaces, narrow passage ways, shafts, enclosed rooms manholes (MIOSHA Confined space training shall be provided by the employer if required), pipelines, etc.
• This position is required to travel for meetings and appointments.
• This position is provided, and required to use, Personal Protection Equipment to minimize the risks associated with the working conditions listed above.

Physical Requirements:

• This position requires the ability to sit, stand, walk, traverse, climb, balance, twist, bend, stoop/crouch, squat, kneel, crawl, lift, carry, push, pull, reach, grasp, handle, pinch, type, endure repetitive movements of the wrists, hands or fingers.
• This position's physical requirements require regular stamina in sitting, standing, walking, traversing, climbing, twisting, bending, stooping/crouching, squatting, kneeling, crawling, lifting, carrying, pulling, reaching grasping, handling, pinching, typing, and enduring repetitive movements of the writs, hands or finger.
• This position performs heavy work requiring the ability to exert more than 50 pounds of force in the physical requirements above.
• This position primarily requires medium visual acuity to perform tasks at arm's reach such as operating machinery, operating vehicles or heavy equipment, performing cleaning tasks, etc.
• This position requires the ability to communicate and respond to inquiries both in person and over the phone.
• This position requires the ability to operate a PC/laptop and to enter & retrieve information from a computer.
• This position requires the ability to handle varying and often high levels of stress.