Heavy Equipment Mechanic III Brevard County United States, Florida, Melbourne Sep 01, 2026

Department:

Central Services Office Organizational Unit:

Fleet Services Position Type:

Permanent Full Time/Part Time:

Full Time Open Until Filled. $27.65 to $29.03 hourly. Actual salary negotiable based on experience and qualifications. South Area/Melbourne/Central Fleet Shop. Work schedule is Monday through Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Performs highly skilled crafts and trades work in the maintenance and complex repair of heavy diesel and/or gasoline vehicles and equipment.

REQUIREMENTS

Eight (8) years of experience in heavy equipment mechanics, including three (3) years of diesel engine mechanics OR two (2) years of experience with Brevard County as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic II OR four (4) years of experience with Brevard County as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic I. Successful completion of course work in heavy equipment mechanics or closely related field at a post-secondary school may be substituted on a year for year basis for a maximum of one year (1,080 class hours [1 school year] = 1 year of experience; 120 class hours = 1 month of experience). Additional qualifying education and/or experience may be substituted on a year for year basis.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess, or obtain prior to employment, a valid Class B or higher Commercial Driver's License and maintain said license during the term of employment. Must possess the following ASE certifications: A7 or T7

• Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning T2
• Diesel Engines T4
• Brakes PLUS three (3) additional medium/heavy equipment ASE certifications.

In the event of a hurricane, major storm, natural or man-made disaster that may threaten the area, the employee will be required to perform emergency duties as directed.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS CHECKLIST

(With or without reasonable accommodations)

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES / TRAITS

The employee must be able to:

LIFT:

50 lbs. or more

CARRY:

50 lbs. or more

PUSH:

50 lbs. or more

PULL:

50 lbs. or more In an eight hour day, the employee may have to:

STAND:

5

• 8 hours
  

WALK:

1

• 3 hours
  

SIT:

1

• 3 hours
  

DRIVE:

1

• 3 hours The employee must repetitively perform: Fine manipulation (ex.

writing, wiring); Operating foot controls; Pulling; Pushing; Simple grasping (ex. pen, screwdriver) The employee must be able to: Balance; Bend; Climb; Crawl; Kneel; Reach; Smell; Stoop The employee must have: Color Perception; Good distant vision; Good hearing; Good near vision; Use of both eyes Other necessary physical activities/traits

N/A WORKING CONDITIONS

Working conditionsthat will apply to the employee: At heights above/below ground level; In cold; In dampness or chilly conditions; In heat; In high humidity; In or with dusty conditions; In or with moving objects or vehicles; In or with noisy conditions; On or with ladders or scaffolding; On slippery or uneven walking surfaces; With chemicals or solvents; With electricity; With fumes, smoke, gases or flames; With grease; With hazardous materials; With odors; With oils; With poor lighting; With poor ventilation; With silica, fiberglass, etc.; With vibrations (jackhammers, etc.); Work alone; Work inside; Work outside; Works Closely with Others Other working conditions: N/A