Heavy Equipment Mechanic I

Department:PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT Organizational Unit:Roadway and Bridge (50000074)

Position Type:Permanent Full Time/Part Time:Full Time

Open Until Filled.

$21.05 to $23.16 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. South Area/Melbourne/Travels Countywide. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.Performs skilled crafts and trades work in the maintenance and repair of heavy diesel and/or gasoline vehicles and equipment.

REQUIREMENTS: Three (3) years of experience in heavy equipment mechanics, including one (1) year of diesel engine mechanics. Successful completion of coursework in heavy equipment mechanics or a closely related field at a post-secondary school may be substituted on a year for year basis for a maximum of one (1) year (1,080 class hours [1 school year] = 1 year of experience; 120 class hours = 1 month of experience). Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess, or obtain within nine (9) months of employment, a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver license and maintain said license during the term of employment. Must possess the following Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications: A7 or T7 - Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning; T2 - Diesel Engines; and T4 - Brakes. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

1. The employee must be able to:
   • LIFT:50 lbs. or more
   • CARRY:50 lbs. or more
   • PUSH:50 lbs. or more
   • PULL:50 lbs. or more
2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
   • STAND:5 - 8 hours
   • WALK:5 - 8 hours
   • SIT:1 - 3 hours
   • DRIVE:1 - 3 hours
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
4. The employee must be able to:
   • Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Kneel; Reach; Smell; Stoop
5. The employee must have:
   • Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; Use of both eyes
6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
   • N/A

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
   • At heights above/below ground level; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; With chemicals or solvents; With electricity; With feet, legs or hands in water; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; With odors; With oils; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others
2. Other working conditions:
   • N/A