0000000167.MECHANIC.ROAD AND BRIDGE #3

Performs skilled mechanical work, involving the maintenance, repair, and overhaul of gasoline, diesel-powered vehicles and heavy construction vehicles and equipment.

Responsibilities

1. Performs mechanical work involving the repair, maintenance and overhaul of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment.

2. Operates vehicles and construction equipment.

3. Maintains records of repair work completed, parts replaced, and routine maintenance performed and ensures work area is clean, safe, and orderly.

4. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Experience and Training:
Graduation from an accredited high school/GED Program. Three (3) years of work related experience or 45 hours of college in a job related field of study or a combination of the two, or must possess a certificate in a related technical field.

Special Requirements/Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
Must possess a valid Texas Class A Commercial Driver’s License, to include hazardous material endorsement. Mandatory drug testing prior to employment, and will be subject to random, unannounced drug and/or alcohol testing during employment. Knowledge of welding required. Must provide own hand tools.

Physical/Environmental Requirements:
Maintenance shop or road construction environment. Requires prolonged standing, bending, twisting, climbing and the ability to lift and carry up to 100 lbs., assisted. Ability to work in varied conditions (i.e., heat, cold, rain, ice, snow, etc.), inside and outside. Ability to operate equipment efficiently and safely