DEFINITION

Please note the following:

• This is for a non-benefitted Extra-help position in the Public Works Department.
• This recruitment is open until filled. County Human Resources reserves the right to close this recruitment at any time.
• Applications will be collected and forwarded to the department on a weekly basis until the position is filled.

Under general supervision, maintains, repairs and overhauls heavy and light road maintenance and construction equipment; operates a variety of hand, power and shop tools; performs related work as assigned.

Where You'll Do It:
Humboldt County, CA Equipment Mechanic I is the entry level class in this equipment maintenance and repair series. Initially under close supervision, incumbents learn and perform a variety of duties in the maintenance and repair of a wide variety of motorized equipment. This class is alternately staffed with Equipment Mechanic II and incumbents may advance to the higher level after gaining the required experience and demonstrating proficiency which meet the qualifications for the higher level class.

Equipment Mechanic II is the skilled, journey level class in this series. Under general supervision, incumbents perform the full range of assigned duties. This class is distinguished from Senior Equipment Mechanic in that the latter assigns, directs and reviews the work of mechanics and others and performs the most difficult troubleshooting and repair work.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES

• Performs skilled maintenance and repair of heavy and light equipment such as trucks, tractors, graders and dozers; diagnoses, repairs and overhauls gas and diesel engines.
• Re-lines, rebushes and rebuilds cams, brake pots, valves and related parts of braking systems.
• Performs major and minor repairs of suspension, walking beams and torque arms.
• Repairs and replaces drive line components; overhauls rear ends, reduction power dividers, clutch assemblies, universal joints, drive shafts and related components.
• Repairs and maintains manual, automatic and power shift transmissions, torque converters and related components.
• Diagnoses, repairs and maintains brakes, hydraulic systems and associated power take-off equipment.
• Rebuilds, repairs and adjusts hydraulic pumps, cylinders, control valves, motors and related components.
• Diagnoses and repairs power and manual steering systems; electrical systems, starters, generators and related systems, components and parts.
• Diagnoses and repairs, cleans, adjusts and installs fuel, ignition, and cooling systems.
• Conducts safety checks and operational tests on light, heavy and related equipment.
• Road tests equipment; drives trucks or equipment as required; inspects vehicles in the shop and field.
• Reads and interprets manuals, drawings and specifications; estimates labor, material and equipment and orders parts required to complete assignments.
• Makes oral and written reports of work performed; completes forms and keeps accurate maintenance records.
• Welds and fabricates new and modified parts for truck bodies and similar equipment; installs and repairs power take-off equipment such as small electric cranes, hoists and small hydraulic lift equipment.
• Uses and maintains a full set of hand, power and shop tools and equipment related to the work.
• Observes safe work methods and utilizes safety equipment related to the work; safely handles and disposes of hazardous waste materials.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Methods, techniques, parts, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of diesel and gasoline-powered light and heavy equipment.
• Operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand, power and shop tools and equipment common to the field.
• Safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.
• Shop mathematics.

• Diagnosing and repairing a wide variety of light and heavy equipment, vehicles and equipment.
• Operating and maintaining a variety of hand, power and shop tools and equipment used in the work.
• Estimating necessary materials and equipment to complete assignments.
• Reading and interpreting manuals, specifications and drawings.
• Exercising independent judgment and initiative without close supervision.
• Preparing basic records and reports.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with those encountered in the course of the work.
• Understanding and following oral and written instructions.

Equipment Mechanic II: In addition to the above, EITHER two years of experience at a level equivalent to the County's class of Equipment Mechanic I class OR completion of a recognized apprenticeship in the vehicle/equipment repair trade.

WORKING CONDITIONS & ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Selection Procedure
The County’s Human Resources system operates by a set of rules and procedures which ensure that employees are hired and promoted on the basis of merit and fitness for the job. Jobs are filled through competitive examinations.
A complete online application is required for this position. All application materials will be reviewed by a panel of subject matter experts. Those candidates considered to be the most qualified, based on the application materials submitted, will be invited to a written and/or oral examination, or an evaluation of education and experience.

Policy of Nondiscrimination
The County of Humboldt does not discriminate on the basis of mental or physical disability in the admission or access to, treatment or employment in, its programs or activities. Human Resources is wheelchair-accessible by entering the Courthouse from the ramp located on the east side of the building next to the marked handicapped parking. Special testing arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities or religious convictions. Contact Human Resources at (707) 476-2349 well in advance of the examination for assistance.

The County is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, military service, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances. Reasonable accommodation may be made in the testing procedure as well as the work site. If you need accommodation for an exam due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources office as soon as possible.

How to Apply
A complete, original application must be filed for each position you are interested in applying for. Applications may only be submitted online through the County’s automated application system at http://www.humboldtgov.org/hr no later than the final filing date listed on the job flyer. All applications are screened by subject matter experts. The most qualified candidates may then be invited for further testing.

It is important that your application show all the relevant experience and education you possess.

Please read the job requirements section of the announcement. Be sure you meet these requirements since they will be carefully evaluated during the selection process. Your performance in this examination will be compared with the performance of others who take the test. All candidates who pass will be ranked according to their scores. The examination results will be emailed to you as quickly as possible. Scores will be provided in writing only.

MEDICAL EXAMINATION: A pre-employment medical examination provided by the County may be required upon offer of employment.

OTHER EXAMINATIONS: Some positions also require psychological evaluation and/or extensive background investigation.

LICENSES: Some classifications require possession of valid professional and/or technical licenses. Some classifications may require the possession of a valid California driver’s license.

PROBATIONARY PERIOD: Persons appointed to regular County positions serve a probationary period. This is normally six months, but may be up to one year. All designated safety employees serve a one year probationary period.

EMPLOYMENT ELIGIBILITY: It is the County’s intention to hire only those workers who are authorized to work in the United States, pursuant to the Immigration Act of 1990. If you are offered employment you will be required to verify your eligibility to work in the United States. For law enforcement positions you will be required to verify your U.S. citizenship or legalized status.

The County is an equal opportunity employer. We enthusiastically accept our responsibility to make employment decisions without regard to race, religion or religious creed, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, medical condition, mental or physical disability, military service, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local laws or ordinances. Reasonable accommodation may be made in the testing procedure as well as the work site. If you need accommodation for an exam due to a disability, please contact the Human Resources office as soon as possible.

All County of Humboldt employees are designated Disaster Service Workers through state and local law (California Government Code Section 3100-3109). Employment with the County requires the affirmation of a loyalty oath to this effect. Employees are required to complete all Disaster Service Worker-related training as assigned, and to return to work as ordered in the event of an emergency.

THE PROVISIONS OF THIS BULLETIN DO NOT CONSTITUTE AN EXPRESS OR IMPLIED CONTRACT. THE COUNTY OF HUMBOLDT RESERVES THE RIGHT TO MAKE NECESSARY MODIFICATIONS TO THE EXAMINATION PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE HUMBOLDT COUNTY MERIT SYSTEM RULES.