Mechanic

JOB SUMMARY

Responsible for the repair and overhaul of weed eaters, chainsaws, mowers, skid loader, 2 & 4 cycle engines, hydraulics and hydraulic pumps, and other light and heavy-duty machinery and motor vehicle fleet. Supportive of the Village’s mission, values, and service / hospitality (PRIDE) expectations. Completes training as required by policy.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Disassembles unit and inspects parts. Repairs or replaces parts as needed.
• Overhauls or replaces carburetors, blowers, generators, pumps, mowers and other machinery.
• Performs Missouri State vehicle inspections for all JKV vehicles and brings them into compliance.
• Completes preventive maintenance on autos, buses, and other equipment.
• Repairs and is knowledgeable about air conditioning systems.
• Accountable for machinery, vehicles, power tools and supplies as issued.
• Inspect and repair electrical system of vehicles or equipment.
• Maintains safe work environment. Responsible for use and maintenance of appropriate safety equipment.
• Utilizes the preventative maintenance schedule for all vehicles and power equipment.
• Installs and repairs safety equipment, light bars, emergency beacons, and related vehicle wiring.
• Performs diagnostic testing, preventive maintenance and repair on wheelchair lifts and ramps.
• Diagnoses, repairs, rebuilds or replaces various types of hydraulic equipment such as pumps, hoses, cylinders, jacks and other related parts including hydraulic drive systems and related components.
• Fabricates and / or reconstructs equipment by using gas, arc, mig, or other welding methods.
• Diagnoses, repairs and maintains snow removal equipment such as snow blows, pumps and blowers.
• Performs skilled mechanical repair and overhaul work on various types of fleet equipment such as automobiles, trucks and buses (both light and heavy duty), gas and diesel engines, heavy equipment such as skid loaders, tractors, golf carts, mowers, small equipment, along with all other types of on and off road power equipment in accordance with standard trade practices.
• Maintains mechanic shop and equipment in a clean and orderly condition while keeping inventory and ordering necessary parts.
• Adheres to all safety regulations and requirements.
• Handles stress well and gets along with others within the workplace and with customers outside the department.
• Maintains acceptable standards of workplace conduct.

The responsibilities described above represent the primary responsibilities of the job. Other responsibilities may be assigned by the supervisor as warranted by business needs. The incumbent is expected to perform all assigned responsibilities.

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS

Education :

Licenses / Certifications :

Knowledge and Skills (required unless otherwise noted) :

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical and Mental Demands

The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Frequent supervision from Manager of Grounds or Senior Mechanic.

SUPERVISION GIVEN

Occasionally instructs and trains others regarding care, use, maintenance and operation of existing and new equipment and tools.

EOE / D / V

Nicotine-Free Workplace

Post-Offer background check and drug screening required

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