Mechanic- Coventry DPW

Mechanic- Coventry

DPW TOWN OF COVENTRY - 4.0

Coventry, RI Job Details Full-time From $28.95 an hour 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Qualifications Vehicle mechanics for truck drivers Commercial truck driving Hoisting License CDL Construction equipment servicing Construction machinery maintenance Trade school Backhoe operation Full Job Description The Town of Coventry's Department of Public Works is in search of a qualified mechanic. This is skilled work in the maintenance and repair of light and heavy automotive equipment. Employees in this class are responsible for applying specialized knowledge and skill to the servicing, maintenance and repair of automobiles, trucks, street sweepers and heavy construction equipment. Work is performed according to standard trade practices and requires the exercise of some independent judgement for determining the appropriate methods of repair. Assignments are received in the form of oral work orders from a technical superior, who supervises and reviews work in progress or upon completion for results obtained.

Illustrative exampies of work:

Inspects, services and repairs or replaces brakes, ignition systems, transmissions, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies; tunes motors using standard testing equipment. Inspects, adjusts and replaces necessary units and related parts including valves, pistons, main bearing assemblies and cooling, fuel and exhaust systems. Performs general overhaul and repair work on automobiles, light and heavy trucks, street sweepers and heavy construction equipment. Performs related work as required. Performs repairs requiring the use of simple welding techniques. Uses a variety of mechanical hand and power driven tools and equipment. Performs related work as required. If needed, operates a truck to plow snow, sand/salt roadways and perform any and all tasks required for winter operations. Knowledge, abilities and skills: Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the repair of light and heavy automotive equipment. Considerable knowledge of the operating principles of gasoline and diesel engines. Considerable knowledge of the occupational and safety precautions of the trade. Some knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and techniques of the welder's trade. Ability to perform a variety of maintenance and repair activities on light and heavy automotive and construction equipment. Ability to read and interpret work orders, repair manuals and utilize computer diagnostic programs. Skill in the use of tools and equipment used in the automotive repair trade.

Minimum education and experience:

Some experience in the maintenance and repair of a variety of motor vehicles. Completion of approved course work in automotive repair at the high school, vocational or trade school level.

Necessary special requirement:

Possession of a valid Rhode Island CDL Motor Vehicle License. Possession of a valid backhoe/loader Ltd. Hoisting engineer's license.

Pay:

From $28.95 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person