at Yuma County in Yuma, Arizona, United States
Job Description
NATURE OF WORK: Under general supervision, performs skilled work of moderate difficulty in the repair maintenance, and rebuilding of automotive vehicles, light trucks and other related vehicles and equipment within the Sheriff’s Office.
Nature of Work (Illustrative Only): Performs mechanical work on a wide variety of vehicles and equipment, gasoline and diesel engines, trucks, cars and related systems, to include computer systems, fuel injection systems, hydraulic systems, brake systems, electrical systems, suspension systems and power train systems; diagnoses, troubleshoots, and repairs malfunctions on automotive vehicles and related equipment, such as, emergency response equipment on patrol vehicles in accordance with service manuals; uses mechanical and electronic testing devices including volt meters, electronic systems analyzers, pressure and vacuum gauges to determine vehicle operational safety and cause of defective operation; adjusts, repairs, rebuilds or replaces worn, damaged or malfunctioning vehicle parts in order to ensure reliable, efficient and safe operation of vehicles; performs vehicle buildups by installing specialized law enforcement equipment (e.g., wiring harness, deck lights, speakers, wig-wag lights, brake lights, decals, radio, siren, strobe lights, etc.) in order to modify vehicles to meet department specifications; builds special components to accommodate the installation of necessary equipment in vehicles; performs regularly scheduled and various preventive maintenance functions on automotive vehicles to include, but not limited to changing oil and filters, lubricants, and checking the condition of belts, tires, and shocks to ensure reliable, efficient and safe operation of vehicles; disassembles units and inspects parts for wear or defects using precision measuring tools and equipment; road tests vehicles and operates equipment to assist in diagnosis and troubleshooting to confirm repair and vehicle safety; completes itemized work orders listing all necessary repairs and maintenance in order to estimate time and cost associated with repairs; maintains records of work performed on computer software system; cleans, maintains and services required equipment and tools used during performance work assignments; maintains and inspects parts and supplies inventory in order to ensure adequate stock to perform required vehicle repairs and to verify quality; coordinates and orders parts with the warehouse; transports vehicles to appropriate contract vendors for repair, as needed; moves, loads and unloads repair parts, equipment and disabled vehicles using a forklift or car trailer; receives, evaluates, and processes seized vehicles, which will be used within the Office or auctioned; maintains an orderly work area; performs routine shop maintenance; regular and reliable attendance is required; performs other duties as assigned. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account