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Overview

 

The Shop Mechanic will repair and maintain machinery and mechanical equipment such as engines, motors and production machines, and equipment.

 

Required Experience and Skills:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); plus one to years years related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

 

Responsibilities

 

*The following are intended as general illustrations of the work in this job class and are not all-inclusive for this position.

 

• Observe mechanical devices in operation and listen to their sounds to locate causes of trouble
• Dismantle devices to gain access to and remove defective parts
• Examine form and texture of parts to detect imperfections
• Inspect used parts to determine changes in dimensional requirements
• Adjust functional parts of devices and control instruments
• Repair or replace defective parts
• Install special functional and structural parts in devices
• Lubricate, maintain, and clean parts as needed
• Start and operate devices to test their performance
• Set up and operate drill press, grinder, and other metalworking tools to make and repair parts
• Weld, cut, and grind as needed
• Repair electrical equipment
• Assist other workers as needed

Qualifications

 

Physical

• Must be able to lift up to 25 lbs., but may occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.
• Hearing and comprehension is necessary for giving and receiving directions
• Will need to perform sedentary to heavy work
• Will operate office equipment of all types
• Climb and maintain balance on steel/wood framework, stairs, ladders and scaffolds
• Required to use hands to grasp, lift, handle, carry or feel objects on a frequent basis
• Position may require prolonged bending/twisting, walking, reaching overhead, squatting, sitting or standing and lifting
• Must be able to manipulate and traverse uneven terrain, ladders, and multi-floor buildings with no elevator
• Must be able to walk on uneven surfaces, muddy conditions, loose rock, loose/soft sand, etc.
• Will be exposed to adverse weather conditions (Heat, Cold, Rain, Etc.)
• Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
• Must be able to drive cars, trucks, forklifts and other equipment

 Mental

• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with management/ supervision
• Will need to be able to perform sedentary to heavy work
• Ability to write and use math/complete calculations
• Work at various tempos, and concentrate amid distractions
• Decision making skills necessary
• Detail-oriented; must be able to remember, examine, and observe details