Mechanic - Vehicle & Equipment Technician

 

 

 

 

Mechanic

(Vehicle & Equipment Technician)

 

 

RESUMES NOT ACCEPTED.  APPLY ONLINE AT www.charlestonwater.com. 

 

APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED THROUGH FRIDAY, SEPT. 12, 2008.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.

 

Position Summary:

Under limited supervision, is responsible for the performance of regular preventive and predictive maintenance on all vehicle/equipment systems according to the OEM recommendations.  Responsible for the diagnosis and the performance of repairs on all vehicle and equipment systems according to the OEM recommendations.

 Essential Functions:

·         Responsible for the performance of regular preventive maintenance on all major vehicle/equipment system.

·         Responsible for the diagnosis and the performance of repairs on the drive train of gasoline and diesel powered vehicle/equipment to include: engines, transmissions, differentials, drive assemblies, and other related drive train components

·         Responsible for the diagnosis and the performance of repairs on the support systems of gasoline and diesel powered vehicle/equipment to include: electrical, fuel, braking, suspension, hydraulic, air conditioning, computer and other support systems

·         Responsible for providing field road services for the diagnosis, and repair of equipment/vehicle

·         Responsible for the safe operation and clean up of assigned work area, equipment and tool

·         Responsible for the performance of the above duties on a scheduled 24-hour standby basis as “Technician On Call.�

·         Establishes and maintains effective communications, both verbal and written, with equipment/vehicle parts vendors, internal inventory staff, and maintenance shop customers.

·         Job performance must conform to CPW policies and procedures

·         Specific knowledge of CPW Environmental Managerial System policy and procedures. Physical Requirements, Activities, and Working Conditions

·         Ability to individually lift and carry tools and equipment weighting up to 50 pounds.

·         Ability to individually exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and /or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

·         Frequent bending, twisting and standing.

·         Frequent gripping and grasping tools or objects.

·         Occasionally work from a ladder to repair equipment, vehicles, or trucks.

·         Considerable walking involved; at job sites, or uneven ground, and in crowded work areas.

·         Depending on the season, subject to extreme cold or heat temperatures for periods of more than a few hours in a day.

·         Ability to see in daylight and at night.

·         Frequent operation of all sizes of equipment and vehicles to include; backhoes, front-end loaders, and multi-axle vehicles.

·         Frequent contact with ambient noise levels requiring the worker to shout in order to be heard.

·         Frequent contact with solvents, oil, grease, and fuels.

·         Frequent contact with fumes, gases or dust.

·         Ability to distinguish subtle or slight changes in pitch or noise level for fine tuning and diagnosing equipment and vehicles performance.

 Additional Duties

·         Assists with the training of other employees to diagnose, repair, and maintain fleet equipment/vehicles in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.

·         Inspect equipment/vehicles in accordance with the internal CPW safety inspection procedures and requirements.

·         Analyzes and interprets results of equipment/vehicle operating condition with diagnostic machines and equipment.

·         Ability to document activities, and to read, correctly interpret, and apply written specifications to equipment or vehicles being maintained.

·         May be required to work during emergency conditions.

·         Update computer aided maintenance report.

·         Regular attendance is required

·         Other duties as assigned.

 Education

·         High school diploma or GED preferred. Minimum Training and Experience

·         Must possess a minimum of two (2) years experience in the diagnosis, repair, and preventive maintenance of both diesel and gasoline powered equipment or vehicles to include, but not limited to: engine, transmission, drive train, electrical, brake, cooling, suspension, and automotive computer systems and components.

·         At least three ASE certifications in the direct repair and maintenance of automotive system is desired.

·         Must demonstrate a working knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment used in the maintenance of automotive, truck, and equipment repair and maintenance.

·         Must possess a valid S C Class D driver's license.

·         May be required to obtain a commercial drivers license with endorsements within six (6) months from date of hire.

·         Must acquire and maintain the certifications necessary to set up and operate freon recovery and anti-freeze recovery equipment within 6 months from date of hire.

·         Prior work record indicating dependability and conscientiousness. Training Needs:

·         As per the training matrix for this position. Career Path:

·         Vehicle/Equipment Assistant Manager Safety Sensitive Position: Yes

This position falls under our Substance Abuse Policy and is subject to: post-accident, reason suspicion, random, periodic, and pre-employment alcohol/controlled substance testing. For additional information about safety sensitive drug testing, see CPW’s Substance Abuse Policy and Procedures. Environmental Sensitive Position:  Yes Charleston Water System is an ISO 14001 Certified company, and promotes activities that support environmental protection, prevention of pollution, positive impacts on human health, and continual improvement to work processes and the environment.  The carrying out of the job requirements as herein described present the potential to significantly impact the environment.  Therefore, specific knowledge and application of CPW Environmental Management System (EMS) policies, procedures and instructions are needed to carry out the job requirements.

 

NOTE:  THE COMMISSION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MODIFY, INTERPRET, OR APPLY THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN ANY WAY THE CPW DESIRES.  THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IN NO WAY IMPLIES THAT THESE ARE THE ONLY DUTIES, INCLUDING ESSENTIAL DUTIES, TO BE PERFORMED BY THE EMPLOYEE OCCUPYING THIS POSITION.  THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT AN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT, IMPLIED OR OTHERWISE.  the employment relationship remains "at will." THE AFOREMENTIONED JOB REQUIREMENTS may be changed by the commission to fulfill its obligation(s) to REASONABLY ACCOMMODATE QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES.

 “Eligible for promotion to various positions throughout the Commission depends upon individual qualifications, and noted job progression are no guarantee of career path to these or any other job(s) At the Commission.�