Equipment Repair Specialist 1 - 073862

Purpose/Description

The Equipment Repair Specialist 1 performs a wide variety of mechanical repair and maintenance of automobiles, heavy equipment, heavy trucks, pumps and compressors. Master mechanics repair virtually any system on the vehicle or equipment.

Required Tasks

• Repair equipment (shop specific).
• Diagnose equipment.
• Place parts orders.
• Maintain work area.
• Maintain certifications.
• Test drive vehicles.
• Test components and systems using equipment such as engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
• Examine vehicles to determine extent of damage or malfunctions.
• Follow checklists to ensure all important parts are examined, including belts, hoses, steering systems, spark plugs, brake and fuel systems, wheel bearings and other potentially troublesome areas.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Educational/Experience Requirements

• A high school diploma or it's equivalent; AND
• Certification in five (5) Automobile or Heavy Truck Mechanic licensing areas; AND
• Valid Driver’s License;

NOTE: A Physical Agility/Performance Assessment may be administered to Qualified candidates. 

SPECIAL CONDITIONS
Appointees within five (5) months of service must become certified as a Master Mechanic (State of Michigan and/or A.S.E. only). If the certification is not obtained, the employee will be removed from the Equipment Repair Specialist position pursuant to the Department of Personnel/Human Resources and Department of Public Services procedures. Persons employed in this position must maintain Master Mechanic certification for the duration of their employment.