Automotive Mechanic III - Kennebunk Garage

Maine Turnpike Authority • Portland, ME • 19h ago

This job was posted by https://joblink.maine.gov : For more information, please see: https://joblink.maine.gov/jobs/1327759

MAINE TURNPIKE AUTHORITY\ Job Description

Job Title: Automotive Mechanic III\ Department: Equipment Maintenance\ Reports To: Equipment Maintenance Foreman\ FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary

This is skilled work journeyman level in the maintenance and repair of all @types of automotive and\ maintenance equipment.\ \ Employees in this class perform skilled tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of automobiles,\ trucks, tractors, snow plows, and construction equipment in a shop, garage or at the scene of a\ breakdown. Employees work under general supervision, using independent judgment as to method of\ repair after receiving oral instructions or written work orders as to the nature of the work to be performed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities\ The duties listed cover the principle duties of the position and are not all-inclusive.

Services automotive equipment with oil, grease, fuels, tire repair and changes, cleans equipment\ components and assists in making repairs and the performance of preventive maintenance.

Does general overhaul and repair work on automobiles, light and heavy trucks, gasoline and\ diesel engines, tractors, power shovels, graders and snowplows.

Performs such tasks as grinding valves and setting tappets, replacing or repairing main\ connecting rod bearings, inspecting and repairing transmissions, universal joints and differentials,\ relining and adjusting brakes, balancing and aligning wheels.

Performs diagnostics using scan-tool to evaluate and correct default codes in automotive, light\ and heavy duty vehicles.

Uses windows-based operating system to diagnose and correct default codes in automotive, light\ and heavy duty vehicles.

Performs oxy-acetylene, mig and electric welding or blacksmithing working with various metals.

Preparation, construction and painting of fabricated materials and equipment.

Repairs and adjusts lights, carburetors, armatures, generators and starters.

Accumulates hazardous waste generated from the maintenance and repair of MTA fleet vehicles\ and equipment in designated hazardous waste satellite accumulation areas; complies with MTA\ hazardous waste management guidance.

Must possess a set of basic tools routinely used in the automotive, heavy truck and heavy\ equipment trade.

Performs related work as required.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities\ Considerable knowledge of the principles, methods, materials and tools of the automotive repair

and maintenance trade.

Experience and knowledge in the applications and use of tools and equipment in the automotive\ service and repair trade.

Working knowledge of the principles of operation of gasoline and diesel engines and of\ mechanical repair on automotive and maintenance equipment.

Working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.

Skill in the use and care of tools employed in motor repair and adjustment.

Skill in locating and adjusting defects in motor equipment.

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or\ diagram form.

Ability to adapt to specific needs as they arise to avoid problems and unnecessary delays.

Ability to perform basic mathematical functions.

Ability to read and effectively interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and\ maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; ability to write routine reports and ability to\ speak effectively and deal effectively with MTA staff and management.

Assists other trades people in the performance of their various duties.

Basic skills in the use of a desktop or laptop personal computer used in the diagnostics of\ equipment.

Must be a team player.

Shall live within a reasonable distance of the assigned maintenance facility. A reasonable\ distance is typically defined as thirty (30) minutes normal driving time. Longer drive times\ may be considered.

Must be trained, or have the ability to be trained (as a competent person), in hazardous waste\ management within 6 months of taking this classification and receive annual refresher training.

Education and/or Experience\ Must possess a high school diploma or General Education Degree (GED).\ \ Two (2) years experience as a journeyman automotive mechanic, preferably on heavy equipment, or\ completion of an apprenticeship in this trade.\ \ Previous environmental traini

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