South Carolina Department of Transportation
Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I (61032322) **RE-ADVERTISEMENT**
South Carolina Department of Transportation, Columbia, South Carolina, United States
Vehicle/Equipment Repair Technician I (61032322) RE-ADVERTISEMENT
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THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY. YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL BEING CONSIDERED.
Responsibilities
Perform preventative maintenance inspections on state vehicles and equipment following recommended fluid levels, lubrication, fueling, brakes, exhaust system, and tire servicing policies, rules, and regulations.
Report major preventive servicing problems to the Shop Foreman.
Perform repairs on state vehicles and equipment and make daily entries on the time sheet.
Maintain and repair electrical systems.
Make necessary repairs on hydraulic hoses, pump, motors and systems.
Repair and replace starters, alternators and carburetors.
Make repairs to mowers, including hydraulic systems.
Repair and replace controls as needed.
Maintain accurate records of materials and parts used in accordance with state guidelines.
Keep parts and equipment clean and organized.
Utilize proper welding techniques to fabricate and weld parts, assisting skilled mechanics in repair and upgrade of equipment.
Install and repair inclement weather equipment such as snow plows and sand/salt spreaders.
Ensure proper time is charged to appropriate job tasks performed on equipment.
Respond to service calls in the field for tractor mowers, dump trucks, and other vehicles and equipment.
Determine severity of problem and make necessary repairs.
Enter data into logs for fuel consumption, engine hours, repairs and supplies/parts used.
Perform job in compliance with Safety and Environmental Policy and Procedures, using required PPE.
Assist with emergency operations during inclement weather.
May be required to work extended hours, such as 12‑hour shifts.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Six (6) months of work experience directly related to the area of employment, or an approved acceptable equivalence.
Completion of one (1) academic year of a South Carolina High School Automotive Technology or Diesel Engine curriculum may substitute for six (6) months of directly related experience.
A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement.
Physical demands include bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, grasping, and manipulating objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material; must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Work may involve working in a large garage setting and in uncomfortable positions for extended periods.
May be required to work outside normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather or departmental emergencies.
Frequent exposure to outside environment in all weather conditions, noise, and oil or grease daily.
EEO Statement The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Civil Engineering
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THIS IS A RE-ADVERTISEMENT. PREVIOUS APPLICANTS NEED NOT RE-APPLY. YOUR APPLICATION IS STILL BEING CONSIDERED.
Responsibilities
Perform preventative maintenance inspections on state vehicles and equipment following recommended fluid levels, lubrication, fueling, brakes, exhaust system, and tire servicing policies, rules, and regulations.
Report major preventive servicing problems to the Shop Foreman.
Perform repairs on state vehicles and equipment and make daily entries on the time sheet.
Maintain and repair electrical systems.
Make necessary repairs on hydraulic hoses, pump, motors and systems.
Repair and replace starters, alternators and carburetors.
Make repairs to mowers, including hydraulic systems.
Repair and replace controls as needed.
Maintain accurate records of materials and parts used in accordance with state guidelines.
Keep parts and equipment clean and organized.
Utilize proper welding techniques to fabricate and weld parts, assisting skilled mechanics in repair and upgrade of equipment.
Install and repair inclement weather equipment such as snow plows and sand/salt spreaders.
Ensure proper time is charged to appropriate job tasks performed on equipment.
Respond to service calls in the field for tractor mowers, dump trucks, and other vehicles and equipment.
Determine severity of problem and make necessary repairs.
Enter data into logs for fuel consumption, engine hours, repairs and supplies/parts used.
Perform job in compliance with Safety and Environmental Policy and Procedures, using required PPE.
Assist with emergency operations during inclement weather.
May be required to work extended hours, such as 12‑hour shifts.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Six (6) months of work experience directly related to the area of employment, or an approved acceptable equivalence.
Completion of one (1) academic year of a South Carolina High School Automotive Technology or Diesel Engine curriculum may substitute for six (6) months of directly related experience.
A valid motor vehicle operator’s license is required.
Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement.
Physical demands include bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, grasping, and manipulating objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material; must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
Work may involve working in a large garage setting and in uncomfortable positions for extended periods.
May be required to work outside normal work schedule, especially during inclement weather or departmental emergencies.
Frequent exposure to outside environment in all weather conditions, noise, and oil or grease daily.
EEO Statement The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.
Seniority Level Entry level
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Engineering and Information Technology
Industries Civil Engineering
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