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Columbia County

Wash Rack Operator/Service Technician

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A Precision or Fine Instrument Repairer makes, calibrates, repairs, maintains, adjusts and installs mechanical watches and clocks, and nautical, meteorological, optical and other precision instruments and equipment, and sets them for correct performance.

$47,786 / year median in Florida

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WASH RACK OPERATOR/SERVICE TECHNICIAN SALARY
$16.46 hourly plus benefits
ABOUT COLUMBIA COUNTY
Columbia County is one of Florida's best-kept secrets, with pockets of quiet and peaceful springs. Columbia County is the home of Florida's Springlands, with multiple natural springs, lakes, rivers, and nine beautiful state parks. In 2022, the US Census Bureau QuickFacts estimated Columbia County has a population of 72,000 residents. Columbia County is a southeast sports destination and hosts multiple tournaments and camps. Columbia County requires a diverse and dedicated workforce to provide services for Columbia County residents to live and work and for the visitors who experience our piece of the Florida playground. Consider applying for a position with us today.
JOB DESCRIPTION
This is semi-skilled preventative maintenance work in the Public Works Truck Wash Facility maintaining proper water chemistry control and mechanical work in maintaining autos, trucks, mowers, pumps, fire and rescue vehicles, small gas engines, and other associated equipment. A Wash Rack Operator/Service Technician does the preventative maintenance on the industrial wash water treatment system installed at the Public Works Truck Wash Facility.
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE
Minimum Experience:
High School graduation One (1) year of journeyman-level experience in the field of automotive mechanics, Or any equivalent combination of training and experience. Successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment physical and drug screening.
PROFESSIONAL LICENSES
Possession of a valid Florida Driver's License is required. This job requires a valid driver's license for the employee to drive their personal vehicle or a company vehicle for work-related duties as required by the employer.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Some knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and standard practices of the automotive mechanic trade. Ability to learn routine vehicle maintenance procedures. Ability to operate vehicles and equipment common to repair orders. Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions and to follow automotive diagrams. Skill in the use of tools, machines, and testing instruments of the trade
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Shop conditions with disagreeable elements or factors such as heat, cold, dampness, fumes, dust, noise, or vibrations. Exposure to dirty, oily, greasy elements. Works inside and outside shop area. In or with moving objects or vehicles. Various chemicals are necessary in controlling the wastewater quality of the Truck Wash Facility.
ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEMANDS
Daily Maintenance of the industrial wash water treatment system. In accordance with established procedures. Weekly Maintenance of the industrial wash water treatment system. In accordance with established procedures. Monthly Maintenance of the industrial wash water treatment system. In accordance with established procedures. As required maintenance of the industrial wash water treatment system biannually. In accordance with established procedures. Winterizing the industrial wash water treatment system. In accordance with established procedures. Performs routine oil changes and grease jobs on vehicles and maintains records of service. Makes road calls and performs minor repairs such as changing/repair of tires. Performs general shop maintenance such as cleaning and trash removal.
AN EEO/AA/ADA/VP EMPLOYER
Columbia County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Columbia County complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Columbia County employs only U.S. citizens and aliens who are authorized to work in the U.S. in compliance with the Immigration and Nationality Act, 8 U.S.C. 1324B. which requires that all employees present original documentation that establish identity and employment authorization within 3 business days of the date employment begins (also referred to as the hire date). DFWP