County of Riverside
Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic - Waste
County of Riverside, Moreno Valley, California, United States, 92551
The Riverside County Department of Waste Resources has an opportunity for a Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Sr HEM) in Moreno Valley location.The Senior HEM will be responsible for troubleshooting, repairing, and rebuilding major components of heavy landfill equipment including Dozers up to D9, 637 Scrapers, 140/150 M Graders, 836K Landfill Compactors, Loaders, and ancillary equipment. The position will report to the Equipment Services Supervisor and perform the most complex diagnoses and repairs on engine and emissions systems including tier 4 final, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, air conditioning, and other machine systems as needed, reporting any additional deficiencies found.Other duties will include leading a team to assist in mechanical repairs and overseeing staff responsible for the daily maintenance/lube/filter/fueling of landfill equipment; recording work order activity in the Department's fleet management system, keeping accurate parts/labor records; recording hazardous material contamination/spills in or around storage and repair areas.The selected candidates will be required to possess a Commercial Class B California Drivers License within 6 months of hire, supply their own tools in order to perform essential functions of the position, and be proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel with the ability to utilize CAT ET and Cummins Insite diagnostic programs.Competitive candidates will have experience utilizing a laptop and standard industry software to diagnose electrical and mechanical failures and routine preventative maintenance and repair on landfill equipment and heavy trucks. Candidates experienced in the maintenance and repair of air conditioning and emissions systems, familiar with diagnostic programs such as Cummins Insite, Volvo, Caterpillar, and those with lead or supervisory experience are highly preferred.Responsibilities:
Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical failures and defects in trucks, graders, tractors, skip loaders, rollers, backhoes, truck cranes, stationary motors, power sweepers, and other heavy equipment in field conditions; diagnose, repair, and overhaul compressors.Act in a lead capacity over other Heavy Equipment Mechanics in the repair and overhaul of a variety of diesel and heavy-duty gasoline engines, transmissions, clutches, rear ends, differentials, brake systems, carburetors, and related components.Adjust, repair, replace, or overhaul a variety of diesel and automotive engines, transmissions, clutches, rear ends, differentials, transfer cases, hydraulic brake systems, axles, pumps, injectors, carburetors, final drives, sprockets, rollers, and truck and steering systems.Perform difficult and complex repair jobs, and provide direction or work closely with other personnel in the execution of complex assignments; instruct, lead or direct the work of mechanic and departmental support staff.Diagnose and repair electrical defects; repair or replace starting motors, generators, and ignition systems; grind valves and re-bore and re-sleeve cylinders; repair and overhaul compressors.Perform or provide direction in the performance of welding, complete fabrication, and full repair of heavy construction equipment, trucks, and other equipment.Perform complete tune-ups on construction equipment and trucks; complete time and material records.Perform some related work on automotive equipment as needed based on operational demands.Minimum Qualifications:
OPTION I:
One year working as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic with the County of Riverside.OPTION II:
Five years of increasingly responsible mechanic experience, three of which are in the repair and overhaul of heavy construction equipment and diesel trucks, and two of which are in the repair and overhaul of automotive equipment.Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
The principles of gasoline and diesel engines; heavy equipment maintenance and repair; the methods, tools, equipment, and parts used in the repair and maintenance of construction equipment; the operation and application of mechanical diagnostic equipment.Ability to:
Supervise the work of others; issue, follow, and understand verbal and written communications; read and understand shop manuals and mechanical diagrams; diagnose and supervise the repair of mechanical defects in a variety of heavy-duty gasoline and diesel construction equipment in both field and shop; operate equipment used in repairing and servicing construction equipment; prepare and maintain records and reports.Other Requirements:
License:
A valid California Class C is required at the time of application.A valid California Commercial Class B license is required within 6 months of hire.DOT Guidelines:
For those positions designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive, applicants are required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug-screening. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment). Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required. Applicants must submit a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving record prior to hire.Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in the following situations: random, reasonable suspicion/cause, return-to-duty, and post-accident.County Of Riverside Benefits:
Click here to learn more!This recruitment is open to all candidates.For specific questions regarding this position, contact Angela Tavaglione at atavaglione @rivco.org .
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Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical failures and defects in trucks, graders, tractors, skip loaders, rollers, backhoes, truck cranes, stationary motors, power sweepers, and other heavy equipment in field conditions; diagnose, repair, and overhaul compressors.Act in a lead capacity over other Heavy Equipment Mechanics in the repair and overhaul of a variety of diesel and heavy-duty gasoline engines, transmissions, clutches, rear ends, differentials, brake systems, carburetors, and related components.Adjust, repair, replace, or overhaul a variety of diesel and automotive engines, transmissions, clutches, rear ends, differentials, transfer cases, hydraulic brake systems, axles, pumps, injectors, carburetors, final drives, sprockets, rollers, and truck and steering systems.Perform difficult and complex repair jobs, and provide direction or work closely with other personnel in the execution of complex assignments; instruct, lead or direct the work of mechanic and departmental support staff.Diagnose and repair electrical defects; repair or replace starting motors, generators, and ignition systems; grind valves and re-bore and re-sleeve cylinders; repair and overhaul compressors.Perform or provide direction in the performance of welding, complete fabrication, and full repair of heavy construction equipment, trucks, and other equipment.Perform complete tune-ups on construction equipment and trucks; complete time and material records.Perform some related work on automotive equipment as needed based on operational demands.Minimum Qualifications:
OPTION I:
One year working as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic with the County of Riverside.OPTION II:
Five years of increasingly responsible mechanic experience, three of which are in the repair and overhaul of heavy construction equipment and diesel trucks, and two of which are in the repair and overhaul of automotive equipment.Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
The principles of gasoline and diesel engines; heavy equipment maintenance and repair; the methods, tools, equipment, and parts used in the repair and maintenance of construction equipment; the operation and application of mechanical diagnostic equipment.Ability to:
Supervise the work of others; issue, follow, and understand verbal and written communications; read and understand shop manuals and mechanical diagrams; diagnose and supervise the repair of mechanical defects in a variety of heavy-duty gasoline and diesel construction equipment in both field and shop; operate equipment used in repairing and servicing construction equipment; prepare and maintain records and reports.Other Requirements:
License:
A valid California Class C is required at the time of application.A valid California Commercial Class B license is required within 6 months of hire.DOT Guidelines:
For those positions designated by the Department of Transportation (DOT) as safety-sensitive, applicants are required to complete a DOT mandated alcohol and drug-screening. (A positive test or refusal to test during the past two years will disqualify an applicant from consideration for County employment). Reference checks from former DOT regulated employers are also required. Applicants must submit a Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) driving record prior to hire.Employees in safety-sensitive positions are subject to DOT alcohol/drug testing in the following situations: random, reasonable suspicion/cause, return-to-duty, and post-accident.County Of Riverside Benefits:
Click here to learn more!This recruitment is open to all candidates.For specific questions regarding this position, contact Angela Tavaglione at atavaglione @rivco.org .
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