Heavy Equipment Mechanic II

Department:Mosquito Control Department Organizational Unit:Countywide Mosquito & Aquatic Weed Ctl

position Type:Permanent Full Time/Part Time:Full Time

Open Until Filled.

$25.18 to $27.70 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. South Area/Valkaria/Travels Countywide. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and may include evenings, Saturdays, holidays, and overtime as needed. Performs skilled crafts and trades work in the maintenance and complex repair of heavy diesel and/or gasoline vehicles and equipment.

REQUIREMENTS: Six (6) years of experience in heavy equipment mechanics, including two (2) years of diesel engine mechanics OR Two (2) 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 and maintain said license during the term of employment. Must possess and maintain during term of employment the following ASE certifications: A7 or T7 – Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning T2 – Diesel Engines T4 – Brakes PLUS two (2) additional medium/heavy equipment ASE certifications. Must possess or obtain within twelve (12) months of employment a valid State of Florida Public Health Pest Control License, in accordance with the specifications set forth in Florida Statute 388 and Rule 5E-13 of the Florida Administrative Code. Must have ample personal tool inventory to efficiently perform required installation and maintenance services. 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:5 – 8 hours
   • SIT:5 – 8 hours
   • DRIVE:5 – 8 hours
3. The employee must repetitively perform:
   • Fine manipulation (ex. writing, wiring); Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver)
4. The employee must be able to:
   • Balance; Bend; Climb; Dig; Kneel; Reach; Smell; Stoop
5. The employee must have:
   • Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Good speech; 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; Below ground level (ditches, tunnels, etc.; 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 feet, legs or hands in water; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With hazardous materials; With lawn grasses, plants, etc.; With odors; With oils; With poor lighting; With poor ventilation; Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others
2. Other working conditions:
   • N/A