Equipment Services Technician

Full Job Description

THE POSITION

Stanislaus County General Services Agency is currently accepting applications for the position of Equipment Services Technician. In this role you would be responsible to lubricate and service automotive equipment and assist mechanics by performing the less skilled repair and maintenance work.

Requirements

• Lubricate and service automobiles, tractors, light duty trucks, boat motors, and small engine equipment powered by gasoline;
• Assist equipment mechanics with work involving the overhaul of engines, transmissions and ignition systems;
• Assist equipment mechanics in assembling engines, tuning up motors and installing electrical wiring;
• Inspect for and report any worn or defective parts or equipment;
• Perform heavy manual tasks such as unloading supplies, moving equipment and removal of waste materials;
• Keep records on servicing performed on each piece of equipment;
• Perform minor brake, exhaust, and shock absorber work; and
• Work with tire mounting and dismounting, tire balancing.

Qualifications

• Methods, tools, materials and equipment used in the maintenance, adjustment and repair of gasoline fueled equipment; and
• Principles of preventive maintenance.

SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Read and write;
• Perform manual labor requiring physical strength and agility;
• Perform the less skilled tasks involving the repairs and servicing of automotive equipment;
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions;
• Work cooperatively with others; and
• Keep simple records.

• One (1) year of experience in automotive maintenance work including minor servicing and lubricating, tire mounting, dismounting, balancing, brake work and exhaust work.

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Additional Information

APPLICATION PROCEDURES/FINAL FILING DATE

Applications cannot be submitted later than 5:00 p.m. on the final filing date. Make your online application as complete as possible so a full and realistic appraisal may be made of your qualifications.

Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.

Attaching your resume and cover letter are an optional feature for those who wish to do so in addition to completing the required application.

Information on your resume and cover letter will not substitute for the education, work experience and required fields on the County application.

The online County application is the primary tool used to evaluate your job qualifications.

EXAMINATION PROCESS
Most County recruitments consists of the steps detailed below and are governed by Merit Principles. The examination process ensures that all applicants are given the same opportunity to gain employment within Stanislaus County.

• Application Review and Screening. Applications are carefully screened based on information provided. Those who submit incomplete applications that lack relevant qualifications or do not submit all required documents will not be invited to move on.
• Written Examination. Applicants will be invited to participate in a written exam that tests knowledge for the position.
• Oral Examination. Applicants are invited to a panel interview in which they will be evaluated by County subject matter experts.
• Eligible Lists. Candidates who pass the examination will be placed on an eligible list for that classification. Eligible lists are effective for six months but may be extended up to eighteen months.

GENERAL INFORMATION

CLASSIFICATION INFORMATION

Unless otherwise provided, this position is part of the Classified Service of the County and is assigned to theCrafts/Maintenance bargaining unit for labor relations purposes.

The Job Task Analysis provides information detailing the physical and functional demands of the classification. For the complete job task analysis, visit the Risk Management website at http://www.stancounty.com/riskmgmt/ under the "Disability" tab.

Note: The eligible list generated from this recruitment may be used to fill future extra-help, part-time and full-time vacancies throughout Stanislaus County.

Incumbents may also be subject to overtime, standby, callback, weekend, holiday and shift assignments as identified in their MOU (Memorandum of Understanding).

RECRUITMENT ACCOMMODATIONS

Arrangements may be made to accommodate disabilities and religious convictions.

Applicants requiring testing accommodations are required to complete and submit the Testing Accommodations Request Form prior to the test administration date.

Special arrangements for religious convictions should be included in the "Additional Information" section of the application form.

GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS

• Pass County-paid pre-employment job-related background investigation.
• Perform job duties in a manner assuring a safe working environment for oneself and others.
• Maintain confidential information according to the legal standards and/or County regulations as required.
• Some positions may be required to possess and maintain a valid California Driver’s License and meet County insurability requirements.

APPLICATION AND/OR EXAMINATION APPEAL RIGHTS

Application and/or examination results may be appealed by applicants presenting facts alleging irregularity, fraud and/or error in application screening or in exam scoring.

Appeals must be in writing and submitted to the Chief Executive Officer within seven (7) days after the examination results are emailed.

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