This Position is for a Mechanic Helper with a company in Pascagoula, MS.
Summary: This position performs mechanical work in the diagnosis maintenance and repair of automobiles, light-duty trucks, heavy equipment, and light field equipment.
Duties and Responsibilities: Reasonable Accommodations Statement To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Diagnoses problems and determines the extent of repairs or adjustments needed for automobiles, heavy equipment, light duty vehicles, and equipment such as lawnmowers, weed eaters, and chain saws. Adheres to city and departmental policies and procedures. Maintains, adjusts, and repairs operating systems including, but not limited to electrical, charging, starting, fuel, ignition, hydraulic suspension, braking and steering systems. Provides road service when required. Keeps repair and maintenance records of time spent, materials, parts used, and type of work performed Adheres to safety rules and procedures related to the use of tools, vehicles, and equipment. Provides advice and instruction to operators regarding fluid level checks and other routine maintenance. Maintains, adjusts, and repairs components including, but not limited to, engines, transmissions, radiators, and bodies. Drives vehicles into and out of service bays and performs road tests. Completes repairs and other assigned work in a timely fashion. May lead and direct the work of assigned helpers when required. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with coworkers. Other duties assigned.
Education and Experience: High school graduate or General Education Degree (GED) Experience: One to two years related experience. Knowledge: Knowledge of methods, tools, materials, equipment, and procedures used in the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of vehicles and equipment Certificates & Licenses: Certificates & Licenses: Must have a valid drivers license issued by the State of Mississippi, must pass a drug screening and driving record must be sufficient to maintain insurability on the Company's vehicle liability policy to operate motor vehicles owned by the City or the Company. Clean MVR. Accountability & ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions. Analytical Skills & ability to use thinking and reasoning to solve a problem. Interpersonal & ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals. Organized & possessing the trait of being organized or following a systematic method of performing a task.
Physical Demands: Lift/Carry Stand F (Frequently) 10 lbs. or Less F (Frequently) Walk F (Frequently) 11-20 lbs. F (Frequently) Sit O (Occasionally) 21-50 lbs. F (Frequently) Handling/Fingering F (Frequently) 51-100 lbs. F (Frequently) Reach Outward F (Frequently) over 100 lbs. F (Frequently)) Reach Above Shoulder F (Frequently) Push/Pull Climb O (Occasionally) 12 lbs. or less F (Frequently) Crawl O (Occasionally) 13-25 lbs. F (Frequently) Squat or Kneel F (Frequently) 26-40 lbs. F (Frequently) Bend F (Frequently) 41-100 lbs. F (Frequently)) N (Not Acceptable) Activity is not acceptable to this occupation O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day) F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs./day) C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs./day).
Work Environment: Work is primarily performed inside surroundings that are typically dirty, greasy, noisy, and dusty. Road service is performed outdoors in various weather conditions. Potential hazards include: driving a vehicle and working with mechanical tools The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guide ines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate.
