23/09/2020
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POSITION: Mechanic Assistant (Small Engines Mechanic) –Entry level
REPORTS TO: Mechanics & Operations Manager
PAY SCALE: Range is $14.50/hr and caps at $17.00/hr.
DESIRABLE EXPERIENCE AND REQUIREMENTS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Special Requirements - Must possess a valid Colorado Driver's License and have clean enough MVR to be an approved driver by our commercial motor vehicle insurance carrier.
2. Education and/or Experience: High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3. Language Skills: Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to communicate effectively orally. All in the English language.
4. Mathematical Skills: Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions,
and decimals.
5. Reasoning Ability: Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
6. Other Skills and Abilities:
• Ability to safely operate a wide array of equipment.
• Competence in using power, air and hand tools for required for mechanical work
• Ability to create effective working relationships with employees.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential duties and responsibilities are listed below. Other duties may be assigned.
1. Help maintain fleet of equipment, vehicles and trailers in safe & reliable working condition as directed mechanics.
2. Help repair broken equipment/vehicles promptly and thoroughly.
3. Be diligent in correcting equipment safety issues to prevent injuries and other equipment failures.
4. Help with oil/fluid changes and regular preventative maintenance on equipment/vehicles as directed by mechanics.
5. Keep shop, parts room and yard clean, organized and swept every day.
6. Help order repair parts after conducting reasonable search and considering best value, reliable vendor and acceptable lead-time.
7. Help keep fleet equipment/vehicles thoroughly cleaned to ensure safe driving environment & professional company image.
8. Transports equipment, vehicles, trailers & personnel as needed.
9. Perform routine sharpening of mowing blades.
10. Runs errands for office/shop.
11. Keep accurate and legible maintenance records.
12. Meet all Essential Job Functions listed on the job description for all Non-Administrative Employees.
13. Perform daily inspections, fueling & cleaning of field equipment
14. Accurately and precisely prepare mixed-fuel for use in 2-stroke engines.
15. Secure office, shop and yard at end of work shifts without error or omission of security procedures.
16. Responsible for special short-term projects & handyman work at times.
17. Perform related duties as required.
NATURE OF WORK:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts, high temperature surfaces and in outside weather conditions. The employee is regularly exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately loud and often requires hearing protection.
