This journey-level Equipment Mechanic role involves independently diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical issues in light and heavy equipment and vehicles. The position requires a skilled professional capable of performing a wide variety of repairs in both shop and field settings, supporting essential public services.
Responsibilities
Inspect, diagnose, road test, and perform mechanical and electrical repairs to County vehicles, trucks, and heavy construction equipment
Repair engines by tuning, overhauling, and/or replacing components
Repair, overhaul, and/or replace standard or automatic transmission parts, including clutches and drive shafts
Repair front and rear axles, including all gears and bearings
Repair fuel system components, including carburetors, fuel pumps, filters, hoses, and emission controls
Repair brakes by overhauling or replacing brake shoes, springs, hardware, wheel cylinders, and related parts in disc and air brake systems, brake drums, and rotors
Repair suspension and steering systems, aligning front and rear suspensions
Repair electrical systems and install new wiring
Fabricate, repair, install, and maintain emergency/specialty equipment installed on County vehicles
Repair heating and air conditioning systems
Make major repairs to other types of County equipment such as chainsaws, mobile and/or portable generators, and tank sprayers
Complete scheduled preventative maintenance and comprehensive safety inspections on County vehicles
Perform smog inspections and associated tune-ups
Conduct field service calls, sometimes in adverse conditions
Provide guidance and consultation to other workers and conduct training for Equipment Service Workers
Prepare work orders
Procure repair parts
Interact with vendors
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
Extensive experience in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining gasoline and diesel-powered engines, hydraulic systems, electrical components, and powertrains
Proficient in using diagnostic tools and software to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
Knowledge of industry best practices and safety protocols to ensure proper servicing of fleet vehicles and equipment
Able to service and repair a variety of fleet assets, including sedans, pickup trucks, dump trucks, loaders, graders, backhoes, and agricultural machinery
Familiar with specialized equipment used in public works, emergency services, and parks and recreation
Strong commitment to workplace safety, following OSHA standards and county safety procedures to minimize risks
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Knowledge of EPA regulations related to hazardous materials, emissions controls, and proper waste disposal
Adheres to all state and federal fleet maintenance regulations, emissions standards, and safety inspection requirements
Able to maintain accurate service records, work orders, and inventory using fleet management software
Understanding of documentation requirements for compliance with regulatory agencies and grant funding sources
Skilled in diagnosing and resolving mechanical issues efficiently to minimize equipment downtime
Can work independently and as part of a team to ensure fleet readiness
Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with supervisors, team members, and vendors
Committed to delivering quality service and addressing the needs of internal departments
Nice to have:
ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications in relevant categories
CDL (Commercial Driver’s License)
Experience working in a public sector or government fleet environment
Important Details
Employment type: full-time and part-time regular, limited-term or extra-help positions
About the Company
The eligible list created as a result of this recruitment will be used to fill vacancies throughout the County.
DeKalb County is committed to attracting, developing, and retaining a talented workforce dedicated to serving our community.
