Heavy Equipment Mechanic III
Melbourne, FL 
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Job Description

Department:CENTRAL SERVICES OFFICE Organizational Unit:Fleet Services (50000014)

Position Type:Permanent Full Time/Part Time:Full Time

Open Until Filled.

$24.38 to $25.60 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. Central Area. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Performs highly skilled crafts and trades work in the maintenance and complex repair of heavy diesel and/or gasoline vehicles and equipment.

REQUIREMENTS: Eight (8) years of experience in heavy equipment mechanics, including three (3) years of diesel engine mechanics;ORtwo (2) years of experience with Brevard County as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic II;ORfour (4) years of experience with Brevard County as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic I. Successful completion of course work in heavy equipment mechanics or closely related field at a post-secondary school may be substituted on a year for year basis for a maximum of one year (1,080 class hours [1 school year] = 1 year of experience; 120 class hours = 1 month of experience). Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's license with an airbrake endorsement and maintain said license and endorsement during the term of employment. Must possess the following ASE certifications: A7 or T7 - Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning T2 - Diesel Engines T4 - Brakes PLUS three (3) additional medium/heavy equipment ASE certifications. In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

  1. The employee must be able to:
    • LIFT:50 lbs. or more
    • CARRY:50 lbs. or more
    • PUSH:50 lbs. or more
    • PULL:50 lbs. or more
  2. In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:
    • STAND:5 - 8 hours
    • WALK:1 - 3 hours
    • SIT:1 - 3 hours
    • DRIVE:1 - 3 hours
  3. The employee must repetitively perform:
    • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
  4. The employee must be able to:
    • Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Kneel; Reach; Smell; Stoop
  5. The employee must have:
    • Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Use of both eyes
  6. Other necessary physical activities/traits
    • n/a

WORKING CONDITIONS

  1. Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee:
    • At heights above/below ground level; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; With chemicals or solvents; With electricity; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With hazardous materials; With odors; With oils; With poor lighting; With poor ventilation; With silica, fiberglass, etc.; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others
  2. Other working conditions:
    • n/a


Brevard County, Florida, is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Brevard County does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, marital status, national origin, political ideas, or disability in employment or in the provision of services.

 

Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Experience
8 years
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