Assistant Mechanic - DOT Fleet
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Assistant Mechanic DOT - Fleet
Hourly Range: $20.05 - $22.43
Closing Date: February 20, 2023
Job Summary: The principal function of this position is to assist in the repair, set up, dismantle and upkeep of all Milwaukee County owned vehicles and equipment.
Job Duties:
- Perform all tire mounting and balancing for vehicles and mowing equipment
- Perform light to intermediate repairs and service the following on vehicles and equipment which includes component replacement, exhaust work, light replacement, basic tune-ups, battery replacement, alternators, starters, thermostats, and serpentine belt replacement.
- Perform routine fluid changes, filter changes and vehicle inspections
- Perform other duties as may be assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Graduation from high school or G.E.D. equivalent.
- Current Wisconsin Resident
- Possession of a valid Wisconsin Driver’s License Class D at time of application and maintained during incumbency.
- 2 years of practical work experience in servicing or repairing automotive vehicles, equipment and/or construction equipment required.
- Possession of hand tools of the trade required.
- Basic knowledge of computer programs such as Microsoft Word and Excel preferred
- Able to push/pull up to 25lbs and lift/carry up to 75lbs on a daily basis.
- Basic experience with diagnostic software and fleet work order system familiarity.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of standard practices and methods of automotive maintenance and equipment repair (gasoline and/or diesel); skill in the maintenance and/or repair of automotive vehicles and other gasoline and/or diesel equipment; Exchange of basic information with internal and/or external contacts. Read, write and comprehend simple instructions, reports, short correspondence and memos. Read, analyze, and interpret safety rules, operating/maintenance instructions and procedure manuals, scientific/technical journals and procedures, government regulations, financial and legal documents.
NOTE: This ORIGINAL APPLICATION is open to qualified residents of the State of Wisconsin at the time of application. Candidates need to submit a full account of their training and experience (i.e., by submitting an up-to-date resume or by fully completing the application) during the application process and may also be asked to take additional written or performance tests as part of the selection process.
APPLICANTS MUST POSSESS MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AT TIME OF FILING APPLICATION
PR 15 - Org Unit: 5300 KM
Milwaukee County is committed to fostering an equitable working environment, free from discrimination and harassment, on the basis of any characteristic protected by law. We prohibit any form of discrimination, harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, pregnancy related condition, national origin, age, disability, FMLA status, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, or any other category or status that is now or in the future protected by federal, state, and local law. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing, background checks and pre-employment physicals subject to job requirements. If special accommodations are needed, please contact 414-278-3936.
Other details
- Job Family 12 - Utilities and Transportations
- Job Function 7 Skilled Craft Workers
- Pay Type Hourly
- Required Education High School
- Milwaukee County, WI, USA