- Principles, practices, methods, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of automobiles, light, and heavy-duty trucks and construction equipment, including hydraulics
- Principles and practices of gasoline and diesel engine maintenance and repair
- Use, adjustment, and care of test equipment and hand and power tools common to the trade
- Mathematical calculations required in mechanical work
- Safe working practices
ABILITY TO:
- Prioritize and assign work.
- Keep accurate records and reports of work performed.
- Understand and follow oral and written instructions.
- Communicate effectively with equipment users and other shop personnel.
- Read and interpret repair manuals and schematic diagrams.
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, test, repair and perform preventive maintenance to gasoline and diesel powered automotive and construction and maintenance equipment.
- Test, make repairs to, and perform preventive maintenance on transmissions and fuel, ignition, electrical, electronic, steering, suspension, hydraulic, pneumatic, braking, coolant, air conditioning, power take off drives, large transmissions, and other systems.
- Operate welding equipment and a variety of power tools.
- Lift and maneuver heavy parts and equipment.
- Work out of doors in inclement weather and in tight or confined conditions.
- Stoop, crawl, and work prone to reach work.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:
A typical way of gaining the knowledge, skill, and ability outlined above is:
Graduation from high school or equivalent; completion of an apprenticeship or other training and education leading to status as an equipment mechanic, and two years of experience in the repair and maintenance of automotive, light, and heavy construction and maintenance equipment.
Graduation from high school or equivalent; completion of an apprenticeship or other training and education leading to status as an equipment mechanic, and two years of experience in the repair and maintenance of automotive, light, and heavy construction and maintenance equipment.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Must possess a valid California Class “B” driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record. Must possess or be able to obtain required mechanic’s hand tools. Incumbents assigned to this job classification are subject to department of Transportation’s Drug and Alcohol Regulations.
LANGUAGE SKILLS:
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
REASONING ABILITY:
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.