Equipment Mechanic - Rubble Transfer Site

Job Title

Performs intermediate semiskilled work diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles and heavy equipment, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the moderate supervision of the Landfill/Transfer Supervisor.

Job Duties

Performs preventive maintenance and repair on a variety of vehicles and equipment including automobiles, tractors, heavy construction equipment and landscaping equipment.

Performs motor repair and replacement work; performs repair work on both gas and diesel engines.

Fabricates replacement parts and metal for repairs to vehicles and equipment.

Maintains cleanliness of shop area, tools and equipment and exterior building perimeter.

Performs inspections; maintains records of service and repairs.

Repairs hydraulic systems on heavy duty equipment.

Assists with storm cleanup.

Performs other assigned duties.

Position Qualifications

General knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of automotive passenger cars, trucks, construction, and maintenance equipment.

General knowledge of necessary safety precautions.

Skill in the use and operation of tools and machinery used in automotive repair work.

Ability to detect by inspection worn or broken parts.

Ability to keep records of repairs and service operations and to prepare reports.

Ability to adapt available tools and parts to specific repair problems.

Ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately.

Ability to lift heavy objects.

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, supervisors, vendors, and the public.

Education, Experience and Supplemental Information

High school diploma or equivalent.

Three to five (3-5) years of experience in a related field or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

Valid North Carolina driver's license (Successful completion of In-House CDL Certification required within 6 months of hire)

Valid CDL minimum of Class B driver's license recommended. (CDL Class A preferred)

Equal Opportunity Statement

Dare County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.

Background Check Statement

Position may require a background check that may include: criminal, credit, motor vehicle, education, and sexual offender registry or based on job requirements. Unless required by state law, a record of conviction will not automatically exclude you consideration for employment. Dare County Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Benefits

A competitive benefits package is provided:

12 - 30 paid vacation days per year, based on length of service

12 paid sick days per year

12 paid holidays per year

3 paid personal leave days

Employer-paid medical insurance for employee

Life Insurance

Local Government Retirement System

Automatic 3% contribution into NC Total Retirement 401K Plan

Longevity Pay Plan

Employee Assistance Counseling Program

Transfer of sick leave from another North Carolina state or local government agency will be considered within 2 months of hire

Elective supplemental insurance including short-term disability, vision, dental, term life

Employees have the option to cover their dependents on the County's group policy at their own expense through payroll deduction. Note: Part-time positions do not include benefits. If this is a part-time position, it will not include benefits.