Heavy Equipment Mechanic

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Job Summary
The Heavy Equipment Mechanic performs a wide variety of mechanical repairs and maintenance services on gasoline and diesel-powered heavy equipment to maintain equipment in operational readiness.

Job Description

Overview

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic performs a wide variety of journeyman level mechanical repairs and maintenance services on gasoline and diesel-powered heavy equipment to maintain equipment in operational readiness.

Essential Functions

1. Performs preventive maintenance and diagnoses on malfunctions of heavy equipment using electronic or mechanical testing equipment and performs repairs for restoring operational readiness of heavy equipment; performs maintenance and repair of heavy equipment including parts of excavating, forklifting, earthmoving operators, skid-steering loaders, compactors, graders, and other systems to ensure safe and operational condition.

2. Uses welding equipment to repair or fabricate items for heavy equipment, tools, signs, and other equipment; drives a heavy equipment truck to retrieve or repair broken equipment or vehicle in the field.

3. Removes, disassembles, rebuilds, repairs, assembles, and installs units such as transmissions, engines, differentials, hydraulic control units, pumps, seals, hoses, clutches, and brakes on heavy equipment using power hoists and other tools.

4. Tunes and adjusts parts and settings to enhance the performance of equipment; troubleshoots electrical systems using schematics to perform repairs as needed.

5. Drives heavy trucks and trailer rigs to transport earth moving or other medium to large sized heavy automotive equipment to job sites; adheres to all safety and equipment standards.

6. Documents and tracks daily labor completed and work orders addressed; monitors inventory of parts and equipment and places orders when necessary or required.

7. Trains and serves as lead worker for lower-level mechanics to ensure maintenance and repair of city vehicles are performed according to safety and quality guidelines; demonstrates skill and expertise for handling large heavy equipment.

8. Performs state mandated inspections to ensures appropriate work is completed.

9. Performs other work as required or assigned.

10. Availability to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, holidays.

Knowledge and Skills

1. Knowledge of hand, pneumatic, and electric tools used in automotive repair.

2. Knowledge of safety procedures.

3. Knowledge of the materials, tools, and principles used in the repair and maintenance of heavy equipment.

4. Skill in repairing hydraulic controls and electrical systems.

5. Ability to diagnose and plan the repair of a wide variety of mechanical problems in gasoline and diesel-powered automotive vehicles and equipment.

6. Ability to operate various types of heavy equipment.

7. Ability to read and understand automotive and mechanical repair manuals used in the repair of automotive heavy machinery.

8. Ability to instruct and lead entry-level automotive equipment mechanics.

9. Ability to use discretion in choosing proper tools and materials to perform repairs.

10. Ability to plan work, delegate assignments, and provide training to crews.

11. Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships.

12. Knowledge and ability to quickly identify hazardous materials when assigned to landfill operations.

13. Thorough knowledge of materials, tools, and principles used in the repair of heavy construction and/or landfill.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

High school diploma/GED or equivalent work experience.

Experience

Three (3) years of experience in maintenance and repair of heavy equipment involving diesel engines and/or hydraulic systems.

Licenses and Certifications

• Must have a Texas Driver's License with a good driving record.
• Must have a Texas Vehicle Inspection License.
• Must be able to obtain Texas A or B Commercial Driver's License during the probationary period or as required.
• Must be able to obtain EPA Section 609 (recovery of automotive refrigerants) License during the probationary period or as required.
• Must be able to obtain Air Brakes Coursework or ASE exam T-4 during the probationary period or as required.
• Must be able to obtain Truck Steering and Suspension Coursework or ASE exam T-5 during the probationary period or as required.

Other Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to seventy-five (75) pounds.
• Requires thorough knowledge of materials, tools, and principles used in the repair of heavy construction, landfill, or emergency fire equipment.
• Availability to work varying shifts including nights, weekends, holidays.

Salary Range

$24.39 - $27.71

The salary listed on this job posting is the starting salary range; amount offered will depend upon qualifications.

City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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