Maintenance Person III

Performs difficult skilled mechanical work in the repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive and construction equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under the regular supervision of the Shop Supervisor. Services equipment; Diagnoses mechanical problems, determines required repair or replacement of parts; plans work procedures using charts and technical manuals; Installs rings and bearings and effects proper adjustment; Overhauls and repairs carburetors and clutches; Performs repairs and replacements on diesel driven equipment; Repairs and overhauls engines, brakes, ignition and fuel systems, transmissions, differentials, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, front and rear axle assemblies; Tunes motors using standard testing equipment; Takes down, repairs and reassembles air compressors, pumps and related equipment; Lays out and fabricates parts; Repairs damaged parts; Operates air arc, plasma cutter, mig and arc welders; Does electrical and hydraulic work on equipment, troubleshoots hydraulic and electrical problems, repairs or replaces defective parts, repairing and adjusting lights, and repairing generators and starters; Performs custodial duties in shop area; Operates service truck, performs field repairs as required; Operates construction equipment when assigned; Operates snow removal equipment, spreads salt and sand; Performs other road, bridge and drainage work as assigned; Operates lowboy; Performs routine welding repair and maintenance; Assist in towing and recovery; Performs related tasks as required; Attends schools of instruction and meetings as required. Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and considerable experience in repairing automotive and power-driven equipment. Must be authorized to work in the United States. Dubuque County does not sponsor work visas or provide immigration sponsorship. Special Requirements: Must possess a valid Class A Commercial Driver's License and maintain throughout duration of employment. Must pass the prescribed pre-employment physical, DOT drug test and criminal background check. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used in the repair of passenger cars, trucks, construction and maintenance equipment including auto and truck diagnostic scanners; thorough knowledge and skill in the use and operation of shop tools and machinery; ability to diagnose defects in the drive trains, chassis and other components of automotive equipment; ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems; ability to interpret work from sketches, diagrams and installation and repair charts; ability to understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form. Physical, Mental, and Environmental Requirements: Ability to lift a minimum of 25 pounds; ability to climb steps, ability to squat, stoop; ability to be on feet for a minimum of one hour; ability to sit in same position for extended period of time; ability to reach above head; ability to withstand extremes of temperature, all with reasonable accommodation

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