Heavy Equipment Mechanic

The individual in this position performs skilled diagnostics, maintenance, and repair work on a variety of large complex and/or specialized machinery used at the City’s Solid Wate Department. Equipment serviced includes, but is not limited to: compactors, D8 and D5 dozers, excavators, shredder, rubber tire tractor/loader, and other heavy-duty comparable equipment.The essential duties include the following:

• Inspects, diagnoses, and repairs mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and pneumatic systems on heavy equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance, including lubrication, adjustments, and fabrication of part or parts replacement, in accordance with manufacturer specifications and City maintenance schedules.
• Operates welding and cutting equipment to repair frames or other structural components on diesel engines, transmissions, undercarriages and track systems.
• Details diagnostic findings, repair needs, labor hours and part replacements.
• Operates field service truck to do repairs where the equipment is located.
• Reads and interprets technical manuals, diagrams, and schematics.
• Ensures all work complies with applicable safety regulations and manufacturer guidelines.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment, including proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials.
• Assists with maintaining vehicle maintenance history and inspection records for operational readiness, compliance and audit purposes.
• Assist with equipment inspections for operational readiness and compliance.
• Performs related duties.