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County of Riverside

Truck Mechanic

County of Riverside, Riverside, California, United States, 92504

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Overview The County of Riverside TLMA Transportation Department has multiple opportunities for Truck Mechanics, located in Riverside. The Truck Mechanic will perform a wide range of services on medium and heavy-duty gas and diesel trucks and trailers, including servicing, adjusting, diagnosing and repairing mechanical defects. A list of eligible candidates will be established to fill current and future vacancies.

Responsibilities

Inspect and diagnose mechanical failures and defects in a variety of heavy trucks.

Rebuild or repair engines, transmissions, differentials, clutches, axles, steering gears, carburetors, cooling systems, and other mechanical and electrical assemblies.

Complete tune-ups on carburetion, fuel injection, and ignition systems.

Replace and adjust air, hydraulic and vacuum brakes, starters, and generators.

Repair smaller automotive equipment when required; rough welding; maintain time and material records.

Qualifications/Experience

Completion of a recognized heavy-duty truck mechanic apprenticeship training program. (Option I)

Four years in the repair and overhaul of heavy diesel and gasoline powered vehicles. Substitutions: completion of trade-related college courses (12 semester or 24 quarter units) equal two years of experience.

Four years in the repair and overhaul of heavy diesel and gasoline powered vehicles. Substitutions: 144 hours of trade-related courses from a recognized training center equal six months of full-time experience.

Experience with: Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, CAT ET, CUMMINS In-Site, Bendix software, and knowledge of Asset Works or other preventive maintenance software; ability to maintain vehicle records per DOT standards.

Basic Inspection of Terminals (BIT) program knowledge and/or welding/fabrication is highly desired.

Possession of a valid California Driver License: Class B with tanker endorsement and ability to work around automotive/heavy equipment fluids/odors.

Knowledge of the principles of gasoline and diesel engines; the tools and parts used to repair and maintain heavy trucks; the operations and uses of diagnostic equipment.

Ability to diagnose mechanical and electrical failures, read shop manuals, follow directions, and work safely.

For DOT-designated safety-sensitive positions, compliance with DOT alcohol and drug screening requirements and DMV driving record submission is required.

Work Schedule and Conditions The anticipated work schedule is 4/10.

Pre-Employment and Policy

All offers are contingent on a pre-employment physical exam (including drug/alcohol test) and criminal background investigation (fingerprinting).

Probationary period applies as per County policy.

General Information If you have any questions regarding this posting, please contact Amanda Campos at acampos@rivco.org.

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