Diesel Mechanic

General Definition of Work
Performs intermediate skilled work in vehicle maintenance and repair and related work as required. Work is performed under limited supervision of Facilities Administrative Manager.

Essential Functions
The following tasks are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.

· Performs routine lubrication and routine service to vehicles as required.

· Performs overhaul work on automobiles, heavy trucks, graders, mowers and other automotive equipment.

· Inspects, adjusts and replaces necessary units and related parts including valves, pistons, main bearing assemblies and cooling, fuel and exhaust systems.

· Takes down, repairs and reassembles air compressors, pumps and related equipment.

· Repairs and overhauls brakes, ignition systems, transmissions, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies; repairs and installs hydraulic controls; tunes motors using standard testing equipment.

· Inspects, repairs, overhauls and assembles electric equipment such as generators, distributors and starters.

· Repairs automobile and truck bodies; performs related metal work by cutting, welding and other procedures.

· Uses mechanical, hand and power-drive tools and equipment such as grinders, fender hammers and sanders, drill presses, lathes, testing and welding equipment and other shop tools and equipment.

· Uses and maintains mechanical hand and power-driven tools and equipment such as grinders, fender hammers, sanders, drill presses, lathes, testing and welding equipment and other shop tools and equipment.

· Performs basic cleaning and upkeep of shop.

· Hauls equipment, as needed.

· Assists Heavy Equipment Operators, as needed.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used in the repair of automotive cars, trucks, construction and maintenance equipment; thorough knowledge of and skill in the use and operation of shop tools and machinery; thorough knowledge of safe work practices; ability to detect by inspection any worn or broken automotive parts; ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems; ability to interpret and work from sketches, diagrams and installation and repair charts; ability to follow oral and written instructions accurately; ability to prepare and file simple written reports; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates.

Education and Experience
High School diploma or GED and considerable vehicle repair experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Physical Requirements
This is heavy work requiring the exertion of 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and up to 20 pounds of force regularly to move objects; work requires climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, and repetitive motions; vocal communication is required for conveying detailed or important instructions to others accurately, loudly, or quickly; hearing is required to receive detailed information through oral communications and/or to make fine distinctions in sound; visual acuity is required for depth perception, color perception, peripheral vision, visual inspection involving small defects and/or small parts, use of measuring devices, assembly or fabrication of parts at or within arms length, operation of machines, operation of motor vehicles or equipment, and observing general surroundings and activities; the worker is subject to inside and outside environmental conditions, extreme cold, extreme heat, noise, vibration, hazards, atmospheric conditions, and oils.

Special Requirements
A valid Commonwealth of Virginia Class A driver's license, Maintain a DOT Physical and Medical Card without exemptions from the DMV. A valid Commonwealth of Virginia State Inspector License.


How to Apply:
Please submit resumes via email to our Human Resources Manager at mlacks@southbostonva.us. or apply in person at Public Works located at 710 Hamilton Blvd, South Boston, VA 24592
Additional information on employee benefits is available through the Town of South Boston Human Resources Department  https://www.southboston.com/departments/manager/human_resources_director.php