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Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic
 
The Mecosta County Road Commission, an Equal Opportunity Employer, is looking for a full-time Mechanic. Applications and a full job description may be found at www.mecostaroads.org.   Please mail or deliver completed applications, with resume and cover letter, to 120 N DeKrafft Ave, Big Rapids MI 49307 or email to akailing@mecostaroads.org. Accepting applications until the position is filled.



JOB DESCRIPTION
HEAVY DUTY TRUCK
MECHANIC
The following is a list of the minimum qualifications and job duties including but not
limited to, for the position of Certified Heavy Duty Mechanic at Mecosta CRC.
An employee in this position may be called upon to do any or all of the following
essential duties: (these are examples and do not include all of the duties which the
employee may be expected to perform).
• Determine cause of malfunctions and perform routine and difficult equipment
repair work on diesel and gasoline light, heavy duty truck and special automotive
and other vehicles including heavy trucks, pickup trucks, tractors, street
sweepers, motor graders, wheel loaders and power driven tools.
• Adjust, repairs to the electrical systems of heavy duty truck, automotive and
other power driven equipment with the ability to read and follow schematics, tie
into and build add on systems.
• Hydraulic systems repair and build systems for dump and underbody scrapers.
• Electronic Systems understanding of and proficiency with computer control
systems.
• Drive train understanding of and ability to work with transmissions and
differentials.
• Tire and Wheels; changing and repairing both in house and in the field.
• Perform road service on equipment as assigned.
• Replace and adjust brakes and make repairs to hydraulic systems.
• Maintain repair records and prepare reports of work completed.
• This position requires the ability to Weld and proficiency with Acetylene Cutting
Equipment.
• The person filling this position will be subject to call-in on Weekends, Holidays
and Nights for Emergency Service or Repairs.
• Maintaining and Cleaning Shop/Repair bay Areas.
• Reasonable knowledge of shop safety practices and procedures.
• Ability to work effectively with other employees and the public.
• Good Physical mobility and manual dexterity to complete job duties as required.
• This position requires a Valid CDL License with an A and N Endorsement.
• Master Heavy Duty Mechanic License, including diesel engine, brakes, air brakes,
steering, suspensions, electrical, gas engines.
• Michigan Motor Vehicle Mechanic Certificate or the ASE Master Heavy Duty Truck
Mechanic, including all required endorsements.
• Certified in Air Conditioning to make repairs and maintain system.
• Individual must supply own tools.
• All other duties as prescribed by the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor.

120 North Dekrafft Avenue
Big Rapids, MI  49307
(231)796-2611
(231)796-5287 (Fax)