Maintenance Mechanic Worker Public Works

Township Of Spring Maintenance/Mechanic Worker

This is primarily a mechanical position responsible for the inspection, diagnosis, repair, and preventive maintenance of all Township-owned vehicles and equipment. The incumbent serves as the Township's lead mechanic and holds the required Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Vehicle Safety Inspection certification. In addition to primary mechanic duties, this position assists in all aspects of maintenance and repair of the Township's infrastructure as workload and operational needs require, including roads, streets, parks and recreational facilities, buildings, and equipment. Secondary duties include but are not limited to: road and street repair, leaf collection, snow plowing, general grounds and facility maintenance and repair, snow and ice removal from Township-owned property, grass mowing, trimming, painting, and general repairs to Township buildings. This position may also be assigned to assist in other areas of Parks/Recreation and Public Works (Wastewater Treatment Plant).

Level of supervision/supervisory responsibilities: Work is performed under the specific guidance of the Director/Assistant Public Works and/or his/her designee.

Primary Mechanic Duties:

• Perform Pennsylvania State Safety Inspections and Emissions Inspections on Township vehicles in accordance with PennDOT regulations as a certified Official Inspection Station mechanic.
• Diagnose and repair mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems on a wide range of Township vehicles and equipment including but not limited to: passenger vehicles, pick-up trucks, dump trucks, sweepers, graders, rollers, backhoes, and loaders.
• Perform and document preventive maintenance (PM) schedules for all Township vehicles and equipment including oil changes, fluid checks, filter replacements, brake service, tire service, and other routine periodic maintenance.
• Analyze equipment problems to identify malfunctioning components and determine the most cost-effective repair approach.
• Maintain accurate vehicle and equipment maintenance records in accordance with Township policies and PennDOT requirements.
• Order and manage parts and supplies inventory for the garage; coordinate with vendors and suppliers as needed.
• Maintain the garage facility in a clean, safe, and organized manner in compliance with all applicable safety regulations.
• Advise the Director/Assistant Director on vehicle and equipment condition, repair needs, and replacement recommendations.

Must be willing to respond on a 24/7 basis for emergency situations that may arise at any time of the day or week and have the ability and willingness to work in excess of 8 hours per day when necessary.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED and minimum of age 18 with a minimum of 3 years of relevant maintenance/Public Works related experience performing a variety of maintenance tasks relevant to the requirements of this job description.
• Requires general understanding and knowledge of the operation and maintenance of cars, pick-up trucks, dump trucks, sweepers, graders, rollers, backhoes and loaders.
• Prior experience operating heavy equipment is preferred and immediate ability to operate pick-up trucks and dump trucks (of a size not requiring a CDL) is required.
• Must be able to read, write and understand English at a level sufficient to carry out required duties.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as addition, division, multiplication, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Active Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Vehicle Safety Inspection Mechanic Certification (PennDOT Official Inspection Station Mechanic License) is required.
• A valid Pennsylvania driver's license with a clean driving record is required. A CDL Class A license is preferred.
• Requires current Criminal Background, Child Abuse, and FBI fingerprint clearances along with post offer pre-employment physical and drug screen.

Pay: From $27.67 per hour

Benefits: Dental insurance, Health insurance, Life insurance, Paid time off, Retirement plan, Vision insurance