Automotive Mechanic

Automotive Mechanic

Wage Range: $24.00-$32.00 per hour (wage based on experience and qualifications)

Position Purpose: Under general direction, performs miscellaneous skilled work in the maintenance, alteration, and repair of buildings and mechanical systems; may instruct, lead workers, and independent performance of a wide variety of skilled maintenance tasks. This is a temporary seasonal position not to exceed 122 days that will be scheduled full-time hours. Schedule: Monday-Thursday 7 am to 3:30 pm; Friday 6:00 am to 2:30 pm.

Essential Functions:

• Inspects, maintains, and repairs plumbing, heating, water, and sewer systems.
• Does electrical maintenance and repair work; and repairs equipment.
• Does miscellaneous minor building construction and repair work.
• Does miscellaneous interior and exterior painting; and refinishes furniture.
• Keeps tools and equipment in good condition; keeps records and prepares reports.
• Repairs and maintains small and heavy equipment (forklifts electric carts, bobcat, skip loaders, water truck, dump truck, lawnmowers, blowers, hedgers, pressure washers, whackers, concrete saws, chain saws and light duty trucks).
• Troubleshoots engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems and electrical systems in the automotive and in the maintenance equipment.
• Maintains mechanic shop, inventory, and tools.
• Consults with staff when equipment is down, to utilize tag out lock out system.
• Organizes and directs the work of unskilled assistants.
• Makes rough sketches and estimates the cost of minor mechanical repairs.
• Estimates and requisitions materials and supplies

Qualifications:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a mechanical trade.
• Four years of varied experience in the Mechanical Trades which must have included experience working with at least 3 of the following areas: electrical, plumbing, heating, water and sewer systems, repairing various mechanical and automotive equipment : and performing minor building construction.
• Possess a valid California driver's license.
• Must be familiar with automotive safety rules and practices.
• Must be available to work all 23 days of the annual OC Fair

Special Qualifications:

• Superior mechanical ability.
• Knowledge of methods, materials, and equipment used in the operation and repair of plumbing, heating, electrical, water, and sewer systems; materials, methods, and tools used in the repair of mechanical equipment and in miscellaneous building maintenance and repair work and skill in the performance of such work.
• Safety Orders of the Division of Industrial Safety dealing with heating, electrical, plumbing, and other mechanical systems.
• Ability to read, interpret, and work from specifications; estimate materials needed; follow oral and written directions.
• Gets along well with others; reads and writes at a level appropriate to the classification.
• Completion of a recognized apprenticeship in a mechanical trade or three years of varied experience as a Building Maintenance Worker (including experience working in electrical, plumbing, heating, water and power systems; and repairing various mechanical and automotive equipment).
• Possess a valid California driver's license

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to walk; use hands and fingers to operate, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet, however louder noise levels may be experienced during outdoor events and when in larger event buildings. The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change. Will be required to perform other duties as directed, requested or assigned.