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Form of workFor doers and makers seeking a well-rounded community, Hickory is a bridge between Asheville and Charlotte at the foot of the Blue Ridge Mountains along Interstate 40, where a collective spirit of craftsmanship strengthens any endeavor with detail, artistry and quality.
Hickory, North Carolina, is a three-time All-America City on the Catawba River approximately one hour east of Asheville and one hour north of Charlotte. More than 40,000 residents call Hickory their home and Hickory is the hub of a 350,000 metropolitan area. Hickory has outstanding school systems, seven recreation facilities, two libraries, several golf courses, theaters, art museums, and 26 gorgeous parks. Beautiful Lake Hickory is over 4,000 acres and has many public access areas. Please check out Hickory at www.hickorync.gov/employment or www.hickorywellcrafted.com for a web portal all about Hickory and the surrounding areas and what makes Hickory a "Well Crafted" City.
Qualified applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, or the presence of a non-job related medical condition or disability. U.S. Law requires all applicants to furnish proof of identity and right to work in the U.S.
All offers of employment are contingent on the successful completion of a post-offer medical examination, which includes a drug screen procedure. This examination process is designed to determine if applicants are able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the job without physical harm to themselves, or others. All applicants are subject to a background check.
All applications must be completed online at www.hickorync.gov/employment. You may use any computer with Internet access.
This position is responsible for preventative maintenance and repair of a variety of vehicles and equipment under the supervision of the Fleet Supervisor and guidance of a Mechanic II.
May require an irregular work schedule in the event of snow or other emergency situations. Must be willing to cover on-call duty as scheduled. Must possess a Class C driver's license from NC. Class B CDL driver's license preferred. Must possess a high school diploma or GED.
Conducts scheduled preventive maintenance functions, including checking the condition and operation of batteries, tires, lights, transmissions, exhaust systems, and brakes.
Performs vehicle and equipment maintenance procedures such as tune-ups, oil and filter changes, and heating and air conditioning repair; checks fluid levels.
Performs preventive maintenance by checking antifreeze, belts, batteries, brakes, lights, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, tires and safety equipment on a variety of gasoline and diesel powered equipment.
Performs corrective maintenance procedures on heavy equipment, including transmission, hydraulic, electrical, brake, and various degrees of engine repair.
Welds and fabricates parts.
Troubleshoots and diagnoses mechanical malfunctions for a variety of vehicles and equipment.
Performs emergency repairs on vehicles as necessary.
Must be willing to cover monthly on-call duty as scheduled.
Maintains the shop and assigned tools.
Assists in cleaning all shop areas.
Performs other duties as assigned.
After-hours work is required during emergencies, inclement weather and other times as necessary.Minimum Qualifications:
Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for two years.
Possession of a valid driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina for the type of vehicle or equipment operated. Class "B" CDL driver's license preferred.
Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in the repair of automotive and heavy equipment.
Knowledge of preventive and corrective maintenance procedures.
Knowledge of the operating principles and mechanical repair of engines.
Skill in diagnosing defects in automotive and heavy equipment.
Skill in reading drawings and electrical diagrams.
Skill in operating a variety of hand and power tools.
Skill in repairing vehicles and heavy equipment.
Skill in operating a welding torch and welder.
Skill in computer diagnostics.
Skill in oral and written communication.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee in this position to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently/repeatedly required to stand; walk; use hands and exert forces needed to handle various types and sizes of tools, equipment and objects; reach with hands and arms and perform elevated work for periods of time; climb ladders and balance; climb into vehicles and equipment; stoop; kneel; half-kneel; squat; crouch; or crawl; and talk; or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must frequently lift, push, pull and/or move more than 100 pounds. An employee in this position will have successfully passed a "Functional Prework Screen" administered by a professional and impartial third party specialist.
SAFETY SENSITIVE: This position has been identified as safety-sensitive. The employee in this position will be part of a random drug testing pool. The methodology for choosing the random test subjects is handled by an outside, impartial, third party vendor.
WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work is typically performed outdoors and in a garage. The employee is exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, irritating chemicals, and occasional inclement weather. The work requires the use of protective devices as masks and goggles.Employment Type: Full Time
