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POSITION TITLE

TIRE REPAIR TECHNICIAN- Publics Works

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 position performs skilled work in the changing and repairing of tires on automotive, construction and maintenance equipment. Employees in this position repair tires and perform mechanical repairs and service work on trucks, tractors, loaders, road graders and a wide variety of other construction and maintenance equipment.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Training:

High School education preferred and two years' experience in vehicle operation and tire repair or an equivalent combination of training and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Considerable knowledge of the practices applied to the safe and skillful operation and care of vehicles and tire repair equipment Ability to learn, understand and abide by all traffic laws and county regulations pertaining to the safe operation of vehicles and equipment Ability to understand and carry out simple oral and written instructions Ability to communicate with fellow employees and the general public Ability to take a teamwork approach to the job by cooperating with others, offering

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Operates a tire service truck, changes and repairs tires in the field and at the repair shop; services trucks and equipment including greasing and lubing equipment, replacing batteries, worn belts and hoses Prepares daily records and reports on work accomplished Must visually identify hazards to safe operation of problem areas and report or correct them Work is performed independently in accordance with definite instructions from a supervisor who reviews work through observation for compliance with work schedules and instructions Performs skilled manual labor in conjunction with job assignments and operate tire changing equipment and various hand tools Required to work during a local declared state of emergency

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs related work as required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Responsible for the satisfactory and safe operation of vehicles and equipment under all types of weather conditions on paved and dirt roads. Majority of tasks are performed outdoors and very frequently in extreme weather conditions. Subjected to insects, noxious fumes and constant noise

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES

Possession of a valid Florida CDL Class B Driver's License required. The employee must have a valid driver 's license to drive their personal vehicle or a company vehicle as required by the employer to various worksites

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEMANDS

Will use both hands simultaneously while standing or sitting, requires constant pushing, pulling, twisting, bending and climbing; frequent lifting light to heavy objects, position requires oral and written communication; involves adequate eyesight and hearing to safely perform these functions.

NOTE:

The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations. 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