DEFINITION
Equipment Mechanic I: Under direct supervision, to service and make minor adjustments to both gasoline and diesel powered automotive, bus, truck, tractor, and other power-driven equipment; to assist in a variety of overhaul and major repair work; and to do related work as required.
Equipment Mechanic II: Under supervision, to service, inspect, diagnose, and repair both gasoline and diesel powered automotive, bus, truck, tractor, and other power-driven equipment; to perform a variety of overhaul and major repair work; and to do related work as required.
Equipment Mechanic III: Under direction, to service, inspect, diagnose, and repair both gasoline and diesel powered automotive, bus, truck, tractor, and other power-driven equipment; to perform a variety of overhaul and major repair work; provides lead direction and training; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Equipment Mechanic I: This is the entry and first working level class in the Equipment Mechanic series. The incumbents in this class perform the less complex tasks while learning more complex tasks. Incumbents in this class will begin to obtain training for certification in an area of specialty. Incumbents can expect to promote to Equipment Mechanic II when certification in a specialized facet is obtained.
Equipment Mechanic II: This is the journey level class in the Equipment Mechanic series. The incumbents in this class perform the full range of tasks in their area of specialization, but also may learn and assist in other areas. Incumbents can expect to promote to Equipment Mechanic III upon demonstration of work proficiency and safe work practices, typically three years.
Equipment Mechanic III: This is the Master and lead working level class in the Equipment Mechanic series. The incumbents in this class perform the full range of tasks in their area of specialization, but also assist in other areas. Incumbents may be required to provide lead direction and training to subordinates.
REPORTS TO: Equipment Fleet Maintenance Supervisor.
CLASSIFICATIONS DIRECTLY SUPERVISEDEquipment Mechanic I & II: None
Equipment Mechanic III: Provides lead direction and training.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES Duties may include but are not limited to the following:
Equipment Mechanic I: Performs minor maintenance and repair work on a wide variety of automotive and diesel-powered equipment, including graders, dozers, rollers, trucks, and backhoes; assists with overhauls and major repairs; learns to estimate the costs of automotive and equipment repairs: requisitions automotive and diesel-powered equipment parts; assists in inspecting shop work for proper completion; keeps records of repairs and maintenance work; prepares reports; requests supplies and materials needed; implements shop safety practices and procedures; discusses work progress with supervisor; attends meetings.
Equipment Mechanic II: Performs the full scope of maintenance and repair work within the area of specialization; assists with or learns repairs outside the area of specialization; estimates the costs of automotive and equipment repairs: requisitions automotive and diesel-powered equipment parts; inspects shop work for proper completion; keeps records of repairs and maintenance work; prepares reports; requests supplies and materials needed; implements shop safety practices and procedures; discusses work progress with supervisor; attends meetings.
Equipment Mechanic III: Performs the full scope of maintenance and repair work within the area of specialization; assists with repairs outside the area of specialization; estimates the costs of automotive and equipment repairs: requisitions automotive and diesel-powered equipment parts; inspects shop work for proper completion; keeps records of repairs and maintenance work; prepares reports; requests supplies and materials needed; implements shop safety practices and procedures; discusses work progress with supervisor; attends meetings; provides lead direction and training.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONSKnowledge of:Equipment Mechanic I: • Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the testing, adjustment, repair, and overhaul of gas and diesel-powered equipment.
• Theory and operation of gasoline and diesel engines.
• Safe work practices.
• Principles and methods used in a program of preventive maintenance.
• Tools, methods, materials and equipment used in automotive and body repair work.
Equipment Mechanic II: • Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the testing, adjustment, repair, and overhaul of gas and diesel-powered equipment.
• Theory and operation of gasoline and diesel engines.
• Safe work practices.
• Principles and methods used in a program of preventive maintenance.
• Principles and methods of gas and electrical welding.
• Tools, methods, materials and equipment used in automotive and body repair work.
Equipment Mechanic III: • Methods, materials, tools, and equipment used in the testing, adjustment, repair, and overhaul of gas and diesel-powered equipment.
• Theory and operation of gasoline and diesel engines.
• Safe work practices.
• Principles and methods used in a program of preventive maintenance.
• Principles and methods of gas and electrical welding.
• Tools, methods, materials and equipment used in automotive and body repair work.
• Principles of work direction and training.
Ability and willingness to:
Equipment Mechanic I: • Learn to inspect and accurately diagnose mechanical defects.
• Skillfully use a variety of hand and power tools in the repair of automotive and heavy equipment.
• Learn the principles and methods of gas and electrical welding.
• Learn hydraulic valves and controls, hydraulic and air brake systems and electronic ignition systems.
• Perform heavy physical labor.
• Keep basic records.
• Learn to estimate time and materials for repair jobs.
• Learn to operate a variety of automotive and heavy equipment.
• Read shop and repair manuals.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Use computers.
Equipment Mechanic II & III: • Inspect and accurately diagnose mechanical defects.
• Skillfully use a variety of hand and power tools in the repair of automotive and heavy equipment.
• Learn hydraulic valves and controls, hydraulic and air brake systems and electronic ignition systems.
• Perform heavy physical labor.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Estimate time and materials for repair jobs.
• Operate a variety of automotive and heavy equipment.
• Read shop and repair manuals.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.
• Use computers.
Training and Experience: Any combination of training and experience which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the required knowledge and abilities might be:
Equipment Mechanic I: Two (2) years of experience as an automotive mechanic.
Special Requirements: • Possession of a driver’s license valid in California.
• Ability to obtain a Class B driver’s license valid in California
Equipment Mechanic II:
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience as an Equipment Mechanic I. ASE Certifications within the Automotive and/or Medium-Heavy Truck Series or equivalent is highly desirable in conjunction with a working knowledge of Heavy Equipment repair and maintenance.
Special Requirements:
• Possession of a driver’s license valid in California.
• Possession of certification in at least one area of equipment repair specialty.
• Possession of a Class B driver’s license valid in California.
Equipment Mechanic III:
Three (3) years of increasingly responsible experience as an Equipment Mechanic II.
ASE Master Technician Certification in the Automotive and/or Medium-Heavy Truck Series or equivalent is highly desirable in conjunction with an advanced working knowledge of Heavy Equipment repair and maintenance.
Special Requirements:
• Possession of a driver’s license valid in California.
• Possession of various certifications towards the Master Mechanic certification or equivalent.
• Possession of a Class B driver’s license valid in California.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONSWork is performed outdoors in varying temperature, severe weather, and humidity condition; work is performed in environment with constant noise; exposure to fumes, grease and oils; exposure to moving equipment; exposure to electrical current; exposure to controlled and hazardous substances, and chemicals; frequent contact with staff and the public. Incumbents are subject to working after hours, evenings, weekends, holidays, and call-outs.
