Maintenance Mechanic
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TARGET CLOSE DATE:12/31/2024Note: This job posting may close before, or be extended beyond, the listed Target Close Date based on the employment needs of the Merit System.Grade 20The pay range for the listed pay grade varies depending on the employing agency. Click HERE and then select the desired agency to view the pay range for that employer.JOB SUMMARY:Maintenance Mechanics working within the Merit System inspect, perform routine maintenance, and repair cars and light trucks, heavy trucks, heavy equipment, and other equipment such as lawnmowers, weed eaters, chain saws, and generators. Employees in this job class are expected to fabricate parts, perform bodywork, and may even construct pieces of equipment in order to perfect repairs on rolling stock or other equipment. Parts and equipment are typically fabricated through the machining, cutting, and welding of steel and other metals. Maintenance Mechanics may be called upon to do a variety of tasks involving metallurgic design and fabrication such as the recreation of broken parts, creating parts for various pieces of rolling stock, creating tools and equipment, or even fabricating parts, equipment, or small structures for municipal buildings. Work is performed according to department guidelines and is reviewed by supervisors and/or superintendents.ABOUT THE PERSONNEL BOARD OF JEFFERSON COUNTY MERIT SYSTEM:The Personnel Board of Jefferson County (Personnel Board) Merit System is responsible for ensuring fairness and merit in hiring and promotion, avoiding favoritism or political influence. Our goal is to attract and retain qualified and professional employees for the public sector. The Merit System includes a wonderfully diverse set of city governments, ranging from smaller, community-minded towns to vibrant, bustling cities. Our network consists of nearly 8,000 dedicated public servants, who want to make a positive impact on our communities. We offer many rewarding careers, from public safety and city management to IT, healthcare, skilled trades, engineering and more.A CAREER WITHIN THE MERIT SYSTEM:The Merit System is unique as an individual typically only submits one application for a position (e.g., administrative clerk) and that single application can result in employment opportunities with potentially 23 different cities and agencies within Jefferson County, Alabama. These agencies range from the City of Birmingham and 16 surrounding suburban cities to the Jefferson County Commission, Department of Health, and three additional governmental agencies. In the Merit System, you can enjoy the security and benefits of a public sector job with growth potential. Whether you're passionate about public safety, technology, or anything in between, there's a place for you in the Merit System.TYPICAL JOB DUTIES:* Performs minor bodywork on rolling stock as needed.* Performs maintenance and repairs on hydraulic systems (e.g. braking systems, lifts, backhoes, loaders).* Inspects equipment/rolling stock before and after completing work and reads reference materials to guide maintenance and repairs.* Fabricates parts for equipment and/or rolling stock.* Performs preventive maintenance (PM) and tune-ups on rolling stock such as cars and light trucks, heavy trucks (e.g., street sweeper, bucket truck), and/or heavy equipment (e.g., bulldozer, backhoe) based on each vehicle's or equipment's PM schedule.* Performs maintenance and repairs on law enforcement, fire department, and other emergency equipment.* Performs repairs on cars and light trucks, heavy trucks (e.g., street sweeper, bucket truck), and/or heavy equipment (e.g., bulldozer, backhoe) as needed.* Maintains building, grounds, and equipment.* Performs maintenance and repairs on small air-cooled engines such as lawn mowers, weed eaters, chain saws, motorcycles, generators.* Repairs or replaces tires on equipment/rolling stock using appropriate tools and apparatus.* Goes to worksites to retrieve equipment or make repairs.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:* Driver's License (CDL may be required within the first 90 days of hire).* Experience, coursework, or certification welding ¼-inch steel.* Experience, coursework, or certification using a torch to cut metal, wire, and bearings.* Experience, coursework, or certification fabricating parts using different types of metals.* Experience, coursework, or certification troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic systems.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Preferred qualifications are experiences, education, and/or other job-related qualifications considered to be highly desirable by Merit System agencies. The preferred qualifications may be used by the hiring agency to identify applicants to invite to participate in subsequent selection processes.* Class B Commercial Driver's License.* Experience, coursework, or certification troubleshooting and repairing electrical systems.COMPETENCIES* Adaptability & Flexibility* Computer & Technology Operations* Heavy Equipment & Vehicle Use* Learning & Memory* Mathematical & Statistical Skills* Oral Communication & Comprehension* Planning & Organizing* Problem Solving & Decision Making* Professionalism & Integrity* Researching & Referencing* Reviewing, Inspecting & Auditing* Self-Management & Initiative* Small Tool & Equipment Use* Technical & Job Specific Knowledge* Technical Skills* Training & Facilitation* Written Communication & ComprehensionCRITICAL KNOWLEDGES:* Knowledge of methods involved in basic maintenance and repair of work-related equipment.* Knowledge of operation and repair procedures for heavy trucks (i.e., those that require a commercial driver's license (CDL) to operate).* Knowledge of operation and repair procedures for hydraulic systems.* Knowledge of techniques for securing equipment and tools safely and correctly on trucks and trailers (e.g., using chains, octopus-straps, and binders).* Knowledge of the characteristics and capabilities of common metals and alloys.* Knowledge of the operation of electric and gas cutting and welding equipment.* Knowledge of the processes of forging, welding, and casting involved in the creation of metal arts.* Knowledge of the techniques involved in fabrication of mechanical components including cutting, welding, machining, or anchoring metal components together with bolts or heavy rivets to meet unique specifications.WORK ENVIRONMENT:Work is performed primarily in employer-owned facilities such as workshop and involves the use of electrical, gas, or air powered tools and equipment such as metal cutters, welding equipment, and pneumatic wrench. Work may be conducted in cramped work spaces requiring extended periods in contorted body positions and exposure to contaminates such as dust, gasoline, and/or caustic chemicals, and to potential mechanical and moving vehicle hazards. Work involves exposure to extreme temperatures (hot and cold), working around uneven, cluttered, and slippery surfaces, high vibration and loud noise (e.g. industrial and repair equipment).PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Job involves significant and concerted physical exertion required for regular prolonged periods of carrying, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, or walking. Involves lifting of items or objects weighing up to 50 lbs. Work involves the ability to read small numbers and letters on meters.DISCLAIMER: This job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.SPECIAL ACCOMMODATIONSPersons requiring special conditions to accommodate a disability when completing the application should contact the Personnel Board at 205-###-####, Option 1, prior to the target close date.AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERThe Personnel Board of Jefferson County (Personnel Board) provides a public personnel system based on merit principles. The Personnel Board strives for the constant improvement of the public service by employing and developing the best-qualified persons available. The Personnel Board provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, creed, religion, political beliefs, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or genetics.Employment decisions are made by the Merit System agency where the position exists. Each Merit System agency administers its own equal employment opportunity programs in compliance with applicable state and/or federal laws and regulations.For more information on this job description, please visit job description is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of the job duties, responsibilities, or skills and abilities required to do the job and may be changed at the discretion of the Personnel Board at any time.ATTENTION Merit System Employees: Do not apply through this site.If you are a current Merit System employee, please click HERE to log intothe internal career site.