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Motor Equipment Mechanic II

Howard County Recreation and Parks
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POSITION SUMMARY/CLASS DESCRIPTION

POSITION SUMMARY:
This position will perform extensive diagnostic testing of malfunctioning small equipment; troubleshoots, disassembles, repairs, rebuilds or replaces such parts as engines, transmissions, drive-trains, electrical and hydraulic systems, rear-ends, electronic and computer controls, port throttle body fuel injection, and other complex components.  Equipment includes Gators, snow blowers, lawn mowers, paint liners, chain saws, and weed whackers.  Will produce work orders, and enter information into data base in SAP.

STARTING SALARY HIRING RANGE:
$27.58 - $29.70
$57,366 - $61,776

CLASS DESCRIPTION:
This is skilled, automotive mechanic trades work at the master mechanic level. Work includes training and assisting less skilled workers and performing major automotive equipment repairs. Work is performed with general supervision from an administrative superior. Assignments are stable in nature and are carried out in accordance with accepted trades standards and applicable regulations. An employee in this class performs highly complex automotive equipment repairs to provide efficient automotive operations. Contacts with others are on a routine basis, including contacts with outside vendors, engineers, and various County employees.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.

  • Works and cooperates with co-workers and supervisors at all levels.
  • Learns and performs all essential job functions accurately.
  • Performs extensive diagnostic testing of malfunctioning equipment; troubleshoots, disassembles, repairs, rebuilds or replaces such parts as engines, transmissions, drive-trains, electrical and hydraulic systems, rear-ends, electronic and computer controls, port throttle body fuel injection, and other complex components.
  • May assign repair work to other shop personnel; inspects finished maintenance and repair jobs to ensure quality of work.
  • Will set up preventive maintenance schedule for assigned vehicles and assist in determining repair priorities.
  • Performs repairs on trailers, small engine equipment, implements, and their related electrical, mechanical, and fluid systems.
  • Uses diagnostic equipment to retrieve data from computer controlled systems and analyzes data to perform repairs.
  • Provides assistance to Warehouse staff when necessary.
  • May assist the Warehouse and Purchasing Supervisor in determining repair priorities.
  • Uses a computer to access vehicle history, technical information, and service bulletins.
  • Keeps records of work accomplished by unit, materials and supplies used, time and labor costs, and similar work activities in SAP.
  • Checks and repairs electrical systems.
  • Installs clutches and performs brake jobs.
  • Performs welding, burning, and fabrication jobs as assigned.
  • Installs snow removal equipment on trucks and related equipment.
  • Tests equipment and performs complete safety inspections.
  • May coordinate the work of others in the shop; trains personnel assigned to the shop.
  • Keeps records of work accomplished by unit with labor time, supplies, materials, and any other activity or costs.
  • Will provide notes in SAP system regarding repair and preventative maintenance schedule.
  • Receives materials and supplies and verifies shipments.
  • This position is designated as Emergency and Essential and may be subject to mandatory call-in during any emergency or inclement weather situation as determined by the Bureau Chief. The employee may be required to remain at the work-site for several consecutive days or longer under emergency conditions.
  • Responsible for identifying and applying good sustainability practices into all aspects of Department operations.
  • Serves on committees as assigned.
  • Performs extensive 2-cycle diagnostic testing and repair.
  • This position is considered essential and will be required to work emergency situations to include staffing the Department Operations Center.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
There are no supervisory responsibilities associated with this position.

 

MINIMUM REQUIRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

Any combination of education and experience equivalent to completion of the twelfth school grade and satisfactory completion of an apprenticeship in automotive mechanics and two years of experience at the level of Motor Equipment Mechanic I or six years of experience in the automotive mechanical trade, at least two of which must have been at the level of Motor Equipment Mechanic I.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Extensive knowledge of hydraulic systems used in equipment.
  • Working knowledge of Personal Computer Windows software protocols, SAP.
  • Demonstrated ability to perform basic burning and welding repairs and fabrication.
  • Demonstrated ability to apply equipment markings to perform preventative maintenance.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
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 regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, feel, or manipulate small and/or multiple items and reach with hands and arms. The employee frequently is required to stand, bend, and walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; bend; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; squeeze into tight or restrictive areas; extend over, behind or beyond; work for prolonged periods on overhead items; taste, and smell. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

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.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; outside weather conditions; high, precarious places; limited or restrictive work area; risk of electrical shock; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Employee will be required to wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to perform the job and may have to pass a physical examination for the use of PPE. 

LANGUAGE SKILLS, MATHEMATICAL SKILLS, AND REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to interpret diagrams & schematics. Ability to write routine reports, correspondence, and accurately record all parts, supplies and materials. Ability to speak effectively to customers and employees of the organization.

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

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. 



 

 

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS

  • Eligibility for a Maryland CDL-B driver's license. May require possession of such licensure. during tenure of employment as a Motor Equipment Mechanic II, if required by work assignment.
  • May be required to obtain State certification as an emissions technician or other such certification or license required to maintain and repair County owned vehicles.
  • Fork Lift Certification.
  • DOT (Hazardous Materials).



 

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

TO APPLY:  You must complete an employment application online to be considered for this recruitment. Resumes cannot be substituted for completion of the job application work history. No paper applications will be accepted. 

Selected candidates may be subject to drug screening, background screening, and reference checks.       

At time of application, please submit a copy of any college degree, coursework, licenses, or certifications that you have referenced on your application. Applicants who have education obtained outside of the U.S. may need to provide proof of the equivalent U.S. education as determined by a foreign credential evaluation service, such as the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (http://www.naces.org) or World Education Services: International Credential Evaluation (https://www.wes.org/).

Howard County Government is not sponsoring employees in application of the H-1B Visa or providing an extension of an existing H-1B Visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States under the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.

Howard County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. The County prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, ancestry, creed, national origin, disability status, genetics, marital status, military service, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Applicants requiring accommodations during the hiring process should contact the Office of Human Resources directly at  HiringPreference@howardcountymd.gov. Requests for accommodations should not be attached to the application.