Mechanic, Highways

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Kenosha County is looking for a full-time Mechanicresponsible for professional repairs and maintenance of all aspects to afleet of trucks and all equipment used by the Kenosha County HighwayDivision performed to factory quality or better. In addition, theMechanic will repair buildings and yards as needed. Education andexperience will determine Mechanic I or Mechanic II. Under generalsupervision of the Shop Superintendent, the Mechanic performs a widevariety of skilled mechanical repair, diagnostic and maintenance workall types of large trucks, automotive equipment, including heavyequipment, such as but not limited to tractor trailers, front endloaders, bulldozers, sweepers, rollers, paving machines, etc. andvarious tools and contractor\'s equipment. Mechanic II may be requiredto supervise general mechanics in their daily duties. Are youmechanically inclined? Do you enjoy figuring out how machines work? Ifyou are an experienced Mechanic who would like to work for KenoshaCounty\'s Highway Division, we welcome you to apply! Kenosha County willpay for Class \"A\" CDL Training! Duties include: Analyzes all types ofvehicles and equipment for need of repairs; analysis may involvediagnostic computer software for vehicle engine, transmission, andanti-lock brake systems Performs repairs on all types of enginesPerforms repairs to drive train, electrical and hydraulic systems, andall other systems on vehicles and equipment Performs routine maintenanceof all types on vehicles and equipment Welds and fabricates on vehiclesand equipment Performs repairs on various pieces of small equipmentRepairs tires and tubes Paints vehicles and equipment Makes servicecalls; repairs vehicles and equipment broken down while in serviceDetermines operational status of equipment or immediate placing ofequipment out of service Identifies parts, materials, and supplies to beordered to complete maintenance and repairs Performs other duties asrequired or assigned, which may include plowing and salting highways orany general activities involved in the maintenance of highways Workingfor Kenosha County will allow you to make an impact on the quality oflife for its citizens. Join our team and help make a difference inKenosha County! \*\*\*\*\* OTHER EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: SuccessFactors Knowledge of: All major mechanical, electrical, and hydraulicsystems found on larger trucks Welding and fabricating Safetyprecautions and procedures applicable to maintenance shops andmechanical equipment Diesel engines and associated electronic controlsystems Skill in: The use of tools and equipment used in the repair andmaintenance of all types of internal combustion engines, components, andassociated equipment Recognizing, diagnosing, and performing repairs andmaintenance on all types of engines, components, and systems on vehiclesand equipment The use of computerized diagnostic tools Metal fabricationand welding Ability to: Communicate effectively with technical andnon-technical co-workers, customers, and supervisors Follow oral andwritten instructions Work independently and efficiently to meetdeadlines Work well with others Use good judgment Work respectfully in adiverse and inclusive environment Physical Demands The physical demandsdescribed here are representative of those that must be met by anemployee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals withdisabilities to perform the essential functions. The position requires afull range of physical movement bending, reaching, lifting, etc. andheavy physical demands such as exerting more than 100 pounds of forceoccasionally and between 50-100 pounds of force occasionally. Workinvolves stooping, kneeling, crouching, twisting, turning, and reaching;bending at the waist. Indoor and outdoor work environment with exposureto w ather extremes. Must be able to work outside in any weatherconditions, including temperature extremes. \*\*\*\*\* APPLICATIONINSTRUCTIONS: Other: To see the complete job description and to applyfor this position, please visit our website,www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs, and click the \"View Open Jobs\" button.This posting will remain open until a qualified candidate is selected.It is subject to close at any time without prior notice. Apply Online:www.kenoshacountywi.gov/jobs