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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMechanic IIIJob Title: Department: Reports To: Union: JEFFERSON COUNTY Job Description Mechanic III Central Services ER&R Fleet Services Manager Teamsters FLSA Exempt: No Salary Level: A7 -C Location: Port Hadlock Shop Approved By: Human Resources Manager Approval Date: October 2017 SUMMARY: Performs master level mechanic responsibilities. May work on the entire inventory of County vehicles and equipment, including both gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuel engines by performing the following duties. SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Persons in this position work under supervision of the ER&R/Fleet Services Manager and the Fleet Technician Foreman. SUPERVISION EXERCISED: No supervisory responsibilities. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Repairs and/or rebuilds of engines, transmissions, hydraulic, and electrical systems. Is required to drive vehicles and operate heavy equipment. Performs routine maintenance and/or servicing in the shop and the field, including diagnosis, preventative maintenance, repairs and related items. Performs routine inspections of each vehicle and piece of equipment services, noting potential maintenance problems, repair needs and safety concerns for follow-up. In response to driver/operator reports and in response to problems noted during routine inspections, performs diagnostics and repairs or assists in repairs of vehicles and non -road equipment systems. When releasing a vehicle or piece of equipment from the shop, ensures maintenance and repairs have been completed fully, noted issues and driver/operator reports have been addressed and unit can be driven or operated safely with no safety deficiencies. Jefferson County Job Description: Central Services - Mechanic III Page 2 of 5 Researches complex problems and provides other mechanics with technical support for difficult maintenance issues. Identifies best maintenance practices for fleet maintenance. Assesses the in-house versus contracted costs for various maintenance projects. Tracks time and materials in electronic fleet records systems. Performs welding and fabricating; services and/or repairs small power tools. Monitors and completes assigned supplemental tasks or programs necessary to keep the shop operation working safely, legally and effectively. Tasks and programs may include such things as shop cleanliness, inventory management, periodic shop and safety equipment inspections and fuel -site monitoring maintenance. May be required to determine project priority when emergency repairs are needed. May provide technical and project oversight to Mechanic I and/or Mechanic II positions. COMPETENCIES: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate competency in the following: Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments. Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly; applies safety training to the job; uses assigned personal -protective equipment (PPE) at all appropriate times; requests additional or different types of PPE when appropriate; takes all reasonable safety precautions including the use of safety equipment, the use of lifting aids and requesting the assistance of coworkers. Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; manages competing demands; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics. Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; solicits customer feedback to improve service; responds to requests for service and assistance; meets commitments. Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; maintains confidentiality; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control; remains open to other's ideas and tries new things. Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others. Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; conserves organizational resources. Ethics - Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values. Jefferson County Job Description: Central Services - Mechanic III Page 3 of 5 Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; completes administrative tasks correctly and on time; supports organization's goals and values. Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality. Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in a timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly. Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time. Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High School diploma or GED plus seven (7) years' experience in mechanical work in at least two (2) of the skill families - auto, heavy equipment, over the road truck, welding and fabricating; or two (2) years of mechanical work experience in two of the skills families listed and five (5) years combined experience in County Mechanic I and/or II positions; or equivalent combination of education and expenence. LANGUAGE SKILLS Ability to read and interpret documents such as ordinances, safety rules, equipment manuals, maintenance manuals, parts catalogs, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute and use rates, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. REASONING ABILITY Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. COMPUTER SKILLS To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of personal computer operation and the use of e-mail and typical office software. The ability to learn and to utilize unfamiliar software is essential in order to make Jefferson County Job Description: Central Services - Mechanic III Page 4 of 5 extensive use of fleet -management database software and light use of diagnostic software. OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES: This position requires that the individual perform his/her duties with significant discretion and with little supervision or technical assistance. Must be able to develop and maintain current technical skills. Ability to comply with all County and departmental safety policies and procedures. Experience performing regular maintenance activities; master level of knowledge in at least one field and journeyman level knowledge in all other areas of mechanical equipment repair. Must have proven ability to troubleshoot most equipment maintenance problems. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: Must possess a valid Washington State Driver's license at the time of application. Must obtain a Commercial endorsement (CDL) within six (6) months of employment. Must obtain First Aid/CPR certification and other required safety training and certifications when provided by the employer. 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. May require working near or with heavy or light mechanical equipment; or on ladders or other high precarious places; or in very small, tight, confined spaces; or outdoors in all weather conditions. May require working in situations where there is possible exposure to fumes, airborne particles, high noise levels, toxic/caustic chemicals, extreme heat, extreme cold, vibration, high humidity, electrical shock, or wet conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 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. May require working near or with heavy or light mechanical equipment; or on ladders or other high precarious places; or in very small, tight, confined spaces; or outdoors in all weather conditions. May require working in situations where there is possible exposure to fumes, airborne particles, high noise levels, toxic/caustic chemicals, extreme heat, extreme cold, Jefferson County Job Description: Central Services - Mechanic III Page 5 of 5 vibration, high humidity, electrical shock, or wet conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. May require working prolonged hours when necessary to reach goals. CAREER LADDER/SKILL BAND POSITION: This position is the highest level of the Mechanic Skill Band.