Highway Vehicle & Equipment Maintenance Technician

Job Description Summary:The Highway Vehicle and equipment Maintenance Technician works at the direction of the County Highway Superintendent and is responsible for the maintenance and basic repair of the County Highway Equipment.Job Duties:Performs inspections on Highway Department vehicles so they pass DOT inspectionsPerform basic maintenance on Highway Department vehicles including brakes, wheel bearings, oil change, tire changes, etc.Coordinates outsourced repairsMay assist in the development of specifications for new vehicles and maintenance of equipmentOperates and maintains highway equipment as requiredAssures equipment is in proper and safe running orderFollows safety standardsAttends ongoing training and safety classes as requiredMaintains and updates accurate equipment, maintenance and repair recordsPerforms other duties as assignedQualificationsKnowledge of:Trucks and highway equipmentBasic computer and iPad operationsAbility to read manuals and equipment specificationsRepair, manuals, and proper use of repair equipment and toolsMethods, materials, and techniques used to perform road maintenance activitiesMinimum Qualifications:Valid driver’s license requiredAbility to obtain a Class A commercial driver’s license (CDL) within 180 days of hire requiredPreferred to live within Hutchinson County and be available to report for work on short notice during emergencies and adverse weather conditions.Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:Occasionally work is performed outdoors, subject to variable weather conditions and the hazards associated with construction sites and public works projects. Administrative work is performed under typical office conditions. County Auto/Diesel Technician must have the ability to respond to weather and road related emergencies as needed including during nights, holidays and weekends. At the discretion of the Highway Superintendent, schedules can be adjusted for previously scheduled time away. Occasionally lifts and/or moves objects weighing up to 100 pounds such as tools, equipment, supplies, etc. Must be able to access all levels of a construction site, traverse uneven terrain, climb a ladder, and enter and exit from vehicles. Manually operates all department vehicles, tools and equipment as well as office equipment. Spends most of the day standing or walking. Communicates verbally and in writing. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.#hc220592