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Mechanic/Heavy Equipment Operator

Nicollet County

Location: St. Peter, MN 56082
Type: Full-Time, Non-Remote
Posted on: May 21, 2023
This job is no longer available from the source.
Salary
$26.14 - $37.91 Hourly
Location
St. Peter, MN
Job Type
Full Time
Job Number
00237
Department
Public Works
Division
Highway
Opening Date
05/22/2023
Closing Date
6/5/2023 at 11:59 PM Central Time (US & Canada)
This position plays an important role in keeping Nicollet County’s 300-plus miles of roads safe. Responsibilities include completing repairs, recommending replacement, estimating costs, and welding or fabricating parts. Our mechanics not only repair and maintain a variety of equipment, but also get to operate these vehicles and equipment, including snow removal equipment, power sweepers, pavers, sprayers, and dump trucks.
Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills DUTY
FREQUENCY
BAND/GRADE
Diagnoses, repairs, cleans, adjusts, overhauls, performs emergency repairs, and installs vehicle systems and replaces applicable parts; performs inspections to ensure vehicles are in compliance with safety regulations. Consults with Highway Maintenance Manager whether repairs should be made in-house or at a dealer.
Daily
45%
B2
Performs preventative maintenance and servicing activities which, depending on assignment, may include: changing oil; changing filters; applying lubricants; run diagnostic tools/programs; checking fluid levels; inspecting brakes and tires; teach operators on proper equipment maintenance techniques; and performing related activities.
Daily
35%
A1
Operates heavy equipment, which may include tandem axle dump trucks, motor graders, tractors, and/or other equipment listed above.
Daily
15%
A1
Completes a variety of logs, documents, and/or basic reports regarding quantity of materials handled, equipment operations, vehicle conditions, maintenance and repair activities, and/or other related information.  Monitors inventories, orders parts and materials, and maintains acceptable levels of supplies.
Daily
5%
A1
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
As required
N/A
Minimum qualifications & Requirements In order to be considered for this position, we prefer an Associate’s degree in diesel mechanics and two years of experience in vehicle or equipment maintenance and repair. We will consider candidates with an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. A Class “A” Minnesota Driver’s license (manual transmission license) is required. Nicollet County will provide paid training for the new employee to obtain a Commercial Vehicle Inspector certificate and a Class A Minnesota Driver’s license within the first six (6) months of employment.