Apprentice Mechanic or Mechanic (Heavy Duty)

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: (The following examples are illustrative only and are not intended to be all inclusive.)

• Change lubricants, filters and performs other preventive maintenance functions as necessary.  Performs safety inspections on any/all County equipment.
• General repairs on automotive and heavy construction equipment to include the repair of gasoline and diesel engines, repair of electrical systems including lights, repair of hydraulic systems, and repair/adjustment to drive train and brake systems.
• Perform diagnostic road tests.  Travel to various locations for tire maintenance, repair work, drop-off and pick-up of vehicles, parts and/or delivery of fluids and equipment. 
• Makes repairs to snow and ice equipment
• Inspects defective and malfunctioning equipment and performs diagnostic tests using diagnostic software and other equipment as required.
• Performs service calls in the field. 
• Performs duties and training in both the light-duty and heavy-duty shops.
• On-Call during snow season to support the operations of snow removal fleet and the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.
• Repairs and replaces tires on all equipment.
• Other duties may be assigned as needed.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: 

Apprentice Mechanic: 

• High school diploma or GED equivalent 
• One year of automotive/diesel mechanical experience preferred.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Mechanic: 

• A high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Three years of automotive/diesel mechanical experience, five years preferred.
• Preferred experience with computerized maintenance software.
• Preferred experience with Force Controls.
• A combination of education and experience may be considered

CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES, & REGISTRATIONS:

• Must possess a valid Colorado Driver License upon hire. Review of motor vehicle record is required at time of hire and periodically throughout employment.
• The ability to possess a State of Colorado Class (A) Commercial Driver License with tanker endorsement after hire. Incumbents in this position must meet the Department of Transportation physical exam and drug and alcohol testing requirements.
• This position requires successful completion of a criminal background check including fingerprinting through a national database.