"Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic - District Pool"

Job Details

• Job Number: CLA00386P
• Position Type: Classified Substitute pool
• Number of Months Assignment: Not To Exceed 60 Days
• Current Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.; as needed. Days and hours of employment may change depending on District needs.
• Salary Range: 33
• Salary: $34.90 hourly
• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Location: Main Campus, High School partners
• Department: Facilities Services (Dept)
• Open Date: 02/08/2023

Basic Function

Under the direction of the Lead Equipment Mechanic, perform skilled work in the maintenance and repair of District vehicles and other equipment; provide emergency services to student and staff vehicles.

Representative Duties

• Diagnose, repair and maintain motorized equipment such as automobiles, trucks, tractors, power lawn mowers and other mechanical equipment. E
• Provide emergency services to student and staff vehicles. E
• Plan, implement and perform regular repair and routine maintenance of District vehicles; perform safety checks and inspections. E
• Repair and overhaul engines; replace and adjust bearings; adjust ignition and carburetors; perform minor body and radiator repair work. E
• Assemble transmissions and differentials; fit pistons and rings; overhaul steering mechanisms and drive shafts. E
• Reline and adjust brakes; align wheels and install axles. E
• Perform electrical and acetylene welding work as required. E
• Estimate labor and materials required for repairs; order parts and equipment as needed. E
• Maintain simple records related to vehicle maintenance and repair work.
• Train and provide work direction to assigned student workers.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requires us to identify the essential (E) duties/functions of the position.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Methods, tools, equipment and materials used in vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair.
• Operation and maintenance of gasoline engines, chassis and parts and replacements.
• Shop math applicable to vehicle maintenance.
• Appropriate safety precautions and procedures.
• Basic record-keeping techniques.

Ability to:

• Perform skilled work in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and other equipment.
• Provide emergency services to student and staff vehicles.
• Diagnose mechanical troubles.
• Operate a variety of tools and equipment including drills, presses, grinders, reamers and welding equipment.
• Maintain routine records.
• Lift heavy objects.
• Understand and follow oral and written directions.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Operate motor vehicles as needed to perform duties observing legal and defensive driving practices.

Education and Experience

Any combination equivalent to: sufficient training and experience to demonstrate journey-level skill in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.

License Certificates/Credentials

Valid and insurable California drivers license.

Working Conditions

Vehicle and equipment shop environment; subject to heavy lifting, working around grease, exhaust fumes and gasoline and working with welding equipment.

Application Procedure

Applications must be submitted by 11:59 p.m. PT on the closing date.

Applicants must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed.

• Rio Hondo College online application (which includes supplemental questions)
• Résumé/Curriculum Vitae

PAPER APPLICATIONS AND APPLICATION MATERIALS SENT VIA MAIL, FAX, OR EMAIL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED.

NOTE THAT ALL CORRESPONDENCE, INCLUDING INTERVIEW INVITATIONS, WILL BE SENT VIA EMAIL.

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