Mechanic I -Public Works (Camp Verde)

Yavapai County
Camp Verde, Arizona United States  View Map
Posted: Sep 07, 2024
  • Salary: $20.60 - $26.26 Hourly USD Hourly
  • Salary Top:26
  • Full Time
  • Construction and Skilled Trades
  • Public Works
  • Job Description

    Role

    Under close supervision, performs work of average difficulty in preventive maintenance of trucks and equipment.

    Major Duties, Responsibilities

    • Performs preventative maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
    • Performs tire replacement and repairs on all vehicles and equipment in the shop and/or job sites.
    • Performs routine replacement of ground engaging wear parts, which consists of cutting edges and teeth.
    • Tests drive vehicles and equipment to substantiate deficiency complaints and effectiveness of repairs.
    • Performs entry-level equipment and vehicle mechanical diagnosis and repair. Performs shop maintenance, clean-up, and safety.
    • Maintains record of work performed on computer.
    • Runs basic reports regarding pending preventative maintenance due and repair history.
    • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.


    Minimum Qualifications

    Education:
    High school diploma or equivalent.

    Experience:
    A minimum of one (1) year of relevant experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment.

    Additional Requirements:

    Must possess or obtain a valid Arizona Class A Commercial driver’s license with tanker endorsement within six months of employment.

    Other Skills

    Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

    Knowledge of:

    • All tools and equipment used in equipment fleet maintenance and repair.
    • Occupational hazards and safety precautions.
    • Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
    • Clerical office practices and procedures.
    • Current Microsoft Office software.
    • Filing and recordkeeping.

    Skill in:
    • Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
    • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
    • Organization, cleanliness and adherence to detail.

    Ability to:
    • Perform repair work on vehicles and equipment.
    • Effectively and efficiently interpret and apply information contained in technical repair manuals.
    • Work after hours/weekends due to inclement weather or emergency conditions.
    • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
    • Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
    • Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
    • Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
    • Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.

    Work Environment:
    The work environment is associated with a workshop and includes exposure to loud noise, machinery, dust, fumes, mist, and chemicals.

    Physical Requirements:
    Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to walk, bend, push, pull, stoop, kneel, balance, climb, crawl, crouch, and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

    Additional Job Information:
    FLSA: Non-Exempt
    Grade: 5
    Classification: Classified
    Safety Sensitive: Yes

    EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

    Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
    Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:

    • 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
    • Annual Leave
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
    • Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
    • Life Insurance
    • Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
    • Retirement Plans
    • Sick Leave
    • Tuition Reimbursement Program

    ELECTIVE COVERAGE

    • 457 Deferred Compensation Program
    • Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
    • Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
    • Health Savings Account (HSA)
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)

    PLEASE NOTE

    • Part-Time , Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
    • Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
    • Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.

    Click here to view our benefits summary.

    Closing Date/Time: Continuous
  • ABOUT THE COMPANY

    • Yavapai County
    • Yavapai County

    Yavapai County reflects the history of the old west and the future of the new.  At Yavapai County Government, we care for our community while building upon our legacy.  Guided by our core values of Compassion, Integrity, Collaboration, and Innovation we uphold these values in our everyday endeavors. 

    Yavapai County is in northcentral Arizona, just north of Phoenix, and is one of the four original Arizona counties formed in 1864.  The County, with approximately 246,191 residents, includes eight incorporated towns and cities:  Prescott (county seat), Prescott Valley, Chino Valley, Jerome, Clarkdale, Sedona, Cottonwood, Camp Verde, and the newest municipality Dewey-Humboldt.  The County features some of the most spectacular natural beauty in the American West with a mild climate, four beautiful and distinct seasons, and breathtaking landscapes complete with granite mountains, lakes, and rolling meadows.   

    As a Yavapai County Government employee, you will have the chance to work in one of 37 unique departments, each providing vital services to our community. From law enforcement and healthcare to public works and environmental protection, there is a wide range of career paths to explore. And with opportunities for advancement and professional growth, you can build a long and rewarding career with us.

    We have a workforce of over 1,800 employees who are committed to enhancing the well-being of its residents and cultivating a thriving and vibrant community, making Yavapai County a wonderful place to live, work, and play.

    Whether you're just starting your career or looking for a new challenge and aspire to be part of a vibrant team that values each member, we welcome you to join us in furthering our legacy and making a difference in your community.  Why… because people matter! 

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