Mechanical Repairer Light Equipment - Department of Health Services

Mechanical Repairer Light Equipment – Department of Health Services Organizational Overview: The Bergen County Department of Health’s mission is to coordinate and assure the preservation, protection, and promotion of the health, wellbeing, and quality of life for all Bergen County residents. Through a wide range of services, BCDHS creates healthy and thriving communities. Job Description: This employment opportunity is to serve as the Mechanical Repairer Light Equipment. Under direction, performs routine maintenance and repair work on motorized equipment such as small tractors, small trucks, power chain saws, spray machines, and so forth; and/or performs maintenance and repair work on grounds and/or roads; does other related duties as required. Job Responsibilities: Removes worn out parts and installs replacement parts in motorized equipment such as small tractors, air compressors, power chain saws, small cement mixers, chipper machines, snow blowers, spray machines, lawn mowers, hedge trimmers or other light mechanical equipment used for the repair and/or maintenance of parks, grounds, trees, or other public facilities. Adjusts cutting edges and sharpens cutting blades. Replaces worn tires, rollers, or wheels. Lubricates necessary linkages. Makes simple electrical tests and repairs on ignition, lighting, and control circuits. Transports equipment to job site. Performs manual and unskilled laboring work. Keeps essential records and files. Prepares reports. Schedule: Full time (40 hours/week). Occasional overtime as required. Weekend, evenings, holidays and on call as required. Education & Experience Requirements: High School Diploma Three (3) years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of varied types of motors, vehicles, and equipment. Other Requirements: Possession of or the ability to obtain a current and valid certificate as a commercial pesticide applicator or a commercial pesticide operator issued by the New jersey Department of Environmental Protection is required. Appointees will be required to possess a driver’s license valid in New Jersey which is necessary to perform essential duties of the position. Excellent oral and written communication skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Teams, Word, Outlook and Excel programs. Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or manual recording and information systems used by the agency, office or related units. What we offer: Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage Enrollment into the state pension system Life, Short-term Disability & Long-term Disability coverage Generous Paid Time Off Voluntary Deferred Compensation Plan Tuition ReimbursementEmployee Assistance and Employee Wellness Programs The County of Bergen is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer. It has been and will continue to be a fundamental policy of The County of Bergen not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws. The County of Bergen complies with the New Jersey First Act. An employee’s primary residence must be within the State of New Jersey, or the employee will have 365 days (1 Year) from their date of hire to satisfy the requirement of principal residency. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bergen County, NJ