Mechanic, Senior - Heavy (Departmental Promotion Only)

Description Have you considered investing in your community? Pinal County is a beautiful place that needs passionate people who want to help others and make a difference in their lives. Public service is a rewarding career choice; not only does it offer a strong sense of purpose, but it also benefits you financially. We may not be the most competitive in salary, but we provide great value to our employees, including highly sought-after retirement plans, paid sabbaticals every five years, and very affordable benefit costs. In the long run, Pinal County is an excellent choice to fulfill your passion and support your retirement! Working at Pinal County is an investment in YOU. Apply today and find out why Pinal County is more than just a job. Read more about the position and see if it is a good match for you. We are growing so be sure to check out all of our other opportunities as well! An Employer that Values Each Employee and Prioritizes a Work Experience that Provides Ample Time for Stress Reduction and Work-Life Balance. Paid Vacation And Sick Leave 15 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One After Three (3) Years of Service, 18 Vacation Days Accrued Annually After Five (5) Years of Service, 20 Vacation Days Accrued Annually Ten Paid Holidays + One Paid Floating Holiday to Use as You Wish 13 Sick Leave Days Accrued Annually Starting Day One Paid Sabbaticals Every Five (5) Years Two-Week Sabbatical After Five Years of Continuous Service Three-Week Sabbatical After Ten Years of Continuous Service Four-Week Sabbatical After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service Four-Week Sabbaticals Every Five Years After Fifteen Years of Continuous Service Comprehensive Wellness Program Quarterly Wellness Challenges Vision Exams and Optometry Events Onsite Vaccination Clinics Onsite Mammogram and Prostate Screening Events Skin Cancer Screening Events Onsite Biometrics and Health Screening Events Onsite Financial Health and Retirement Planning Events Onsite & Online Fitness Resources and Onsite Sessions Like Yoga and Tai Chi Retirement Plans with Generous Employer Contributions

• Guaranteed Lifetime Benefit! Variety of Top Tier Affordable Medical Plans
• Six Different Medical Plans to Choose From Some Medical Plans with Zero Employee Premium Cost Dental and Vision Plans Tuition Reimbursement Program Alternative Work Schedules Telehealth Qualified Employer
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program
• Department of Education Employee Assistance Program with Ongoing Training & Development Options Civil Service Leave Van Pool Options Short-Term Disability
• Employer Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Employer Paid Flexible Spending Accounts for Dependent Care and Medical Expenses Suite of Voluntary Benefits including additional Life, Accident, Critical Illness & Cancer Insurance Additionally, collaborate with a talented team committed to making Pinal County an outstanding place for residents and staff.

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JOB SUMMARY

Perform advanced-level skilled maintenance and repair work of a variety of automotive equipment and/or heavy duty equipment. The Mechanic, Senior job classification is distinguished from the Mechanic job classification by the greater difficulty and diversity of the tasks performed. May assist in training and oversight of mechanics and technicians.

TYPICAL CLASSIFICATION ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Perform advanced-level skilled preventive maintenance, repairs and adjustments on County Fleet vehicles, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures under basic supervision. Use the appropriate safety equipment and procedures in performing assignments. Promote and adhere to the workplace values of accountability, commitment, and teamwork to help enrich lives beyond expectation. Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues, customer records, and restricted County information. Perform other related duties as required.

POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES

Heavy Duty Assignment Perform advanced-level skilled maintenance and repair work of heavy-duty equipment, including diesel-powered equipment. Work requires a high degree of technical knowledge as well as the ability to exercise independent judgment in determining the method of repair. Diagnose and repair electrical and hydraulic systems and performing major repairs on a wide range of vehicles, including heavy construction and heavy duty road construction equipment. Perform related duties as required.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS TO PERFORM WORK

Any combination of training, education, and experience equivalent to a minimum of three years as a journey-level mechanic. Or 1 year of experience with Pinal County as a Mechanic. Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and/or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements . Required certifications (Heavy Duty Assignment) : Four (4) Heavy Duty

• Truck certifications or ASE.

Special Requirements:

Valid Arizona State Commercial Driver's License is require within 6 months of hire (Heavy Duty Assignment ). Must have the appropriate tools needed to perform the assigned duties.

Preferred Qualifications :

Extensive experience in the repair and maintenance of Emergency Vehicles, Specialty Vehicles, Heavy-Duty Trucks, or Heavy-Duty Construction Equipment. Certification as an ASE Master.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used in the repair of vehicles, equipment, and components. Knowledge of gasoline & diesel engines, power trains, and hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical, and electrical systems. Knowledge of Federal, state, and FSD safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards, and safety precautions. Knowledge of county geography, traffic patterns, streets, landmarks, and facility locations. Knowledge of proper use and storage of hazardous chemicals used in the workplace. Knowledge of environmentally responsible and resource-efficient maintenance techniques. Knowledge of Fleet Management Software Systems. Skill in inspecting, diagnosing, and repairing mechanical problems in a wide variety of vehicles and equipment. Skill in identifying maintenance needs and mechanical problems and taking corrective actions. Skill in performing computerized diagnostic tests and fine calibrations on vehicle components and equipment. Skill in welding, metal fabricating, and adapting parts and tools to specific repairs. Ability to read and interpret technical manuals and specifications. Ability to follow and maintain safety standards and identify safety problems.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The work requires exerting in excess of 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. The work also requires the ability to balance, climb, crawl, crouch, finger, feel, grasp, handle, perform repetitive motion, kneel, lift, pull, push, hear, speak, stoop, stand, walk, operate motor vehicles and/or heavy equipment, and demonstrate mental and visual acuity.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is performed in a safe and secure work environment that may periodically have unpredicted requirements or demands. The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval. This is an internal promotion opportunity for current employees of the Development Service Public Work Department only. You must be a current employee to be considered for this position

NOTICE TO APPLICANTS

We appreciate your interest in our employment opportunities. At Pinal County, we value professionalism and treating others with respect. If these values are not demonstrated throughout the application and interview process we reserve the right to remove your candidacy from consideration and may impact your future Pinal County applications. The hiring salary for this position is dependent upon experience, qualifications and position funding; starting salaries above the first quartile require additional approval. All qualified candidates eligible to work in the United States are welcome to apply. However, visa sponsorship is not available. Pinal County does not participate in STEM Optional Practical Training (STEM OPT). Pinal County requires pre-employment screening, which includes a Motor Vehicle Record check, a comprehensive background check (encompassing employment, education, and criminal history), and drug testing for safety-sensitive roles. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify candidates from employment. Employment offers are contingent on successful pre-employment screening. If driving is a requirement of the position, you must have a valid Arizona State Driver's License in accordance with Arizona State Law. Work in this classification requires an individual to be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary classification functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this classification may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in this classification description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties, just as though they were actually written out in this description.