MontereyCounty
MECHANIC III
DEFINITION
Under general supervision,to diagnoseand make complex mechanicalrepairs to a variety
of gasoline and diesel automotive, construction and mechanicalequipment; to operate
computerized diagnostic equipment; to lead the work of Mechanics I and II during the
course of their work and to perform other work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
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Highly skilled, advancejourney level, most technically proficient; train and lead, for
example working on construction equipment in general.
The Mechanicill classis assignedto perfonnadvancedjourneylevelmechanicalrepairs
to eitherheavyequipmentanddieselpoweredtrucksor automobiles,light trucksand
othermechanicalequipment. Thisclassis responsibleto providelead direction,training
and work reviewto a staff of MechanicsI and n in the maintenance
anddiagnosticrepair
of a varietyof fleet items,and personallyperfonnthe most complexmechanicalrepairs.
The position is distinguished by the higher level classof Supervising Mechanic in that the
latter is responsibleto supervise,review, plan, schedule,and coordinate the work of
mechanicsand other subordinate personnel in the central garage engagedin the
maintenanceand repair of Monterey County vehicles and equipment.
Thisclassis furtherdistinguishedby the lower levelclassof MechanicII in that the latter
works underdirection,performingjourneyleveldiagnosisandrepairof all typesof
defectsin gasanddieselpoweredlight and heavyequipment.MechanicsII do not
scheduleor supervisethe work of subordinatesnor performthe most highlyskilled
repairs.
EXAMPLES OF D!ITlliS:
1.
Leads Mechanic I and II staff by planning, organizing, coordinating, and
assigning daily activities; give on the job training and instructions to
subordinate staff; prepare performance evaluations;make recommendationsto
supervisor regarding promotions, reassignment,recognition of outstanding
performance, and personnel needs;
2.
Ensures that crew membersare aware of and in compliance with established
safety practices and procedures;
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Participates in the selectionof employees;evaluatestraining and development
needsof staff and arranges for training;
Participates in major and minor mechanicalrepairs on automobiles, light and
heavy motorized equipmentpowered by gas or diesel engines;determines
work priorities, checking on work in progress and reviewing completed work
to see that the supervisor's instructions on work priorities, methods, deadlines
and quality have beenmet;
5.
Inspects,diagnosesandperfonnsrepair,overhaul,modification,fabrication
andmaintenanceon varioustypesof heavyconstructionequipment,suchas
cranes,loaders,graders,scrapers,compressors,asphaltpavers,trucks,
tractors,buses,automotiveand light equipment.
Maintains reference materials such as manuals,technical guides, policies and
procedures, directives, project files and relevant background documents and
makesavailable policies, procedures and written instructions from the
superVISOr;
7.
Reportsto the supervisorperiodicallyon teamand individualwork
accomplishments,
problems,progressin masteringtasksand work processes,
and individualandteamtrainingneeds;
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Lead the team in assessingits strengthsand weaknessesand provide
leadershipto the team in exploring alternatives and determining what
improvements can be made (e.g., in work methods, processesand procedures);
Resolvessimple,informalcomplaintsof employeesandrefer others,suchas
formalgrievancesandappeals,to the supervisoror an appropriate
management
official;
10.
Communicateteamconsensus
and recommendation
to the supervisoron
actionsaffectingteamand individualawards,rewards,andrecognition;
informsemployeesof availableemployeebenefits,servicesand work related
activities;
11.
Intercedewith the supervisoron behalfof the teamto informthe supervisorof
performancemanagement
issues/problems
andto recommend/request
related
actions,suchas: assignments,
reassignments,
promotions,andperformance
appraisals.
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QUALIFICATIONS
A combinationof experience,education,and/ortrainingwhich substantially
demonstrates
the followingknowledges,skills andabilities:
Knowledl!e and Skills:
Knowledgeof:
1. Principlesof effectiveleaddutiesincluding: Explainteamgoalsandobjectivesto
MechanicI and II staff; assistteamin organizingto accomplishwork, coach,
facilitate,solvework problems,recommenddisciplinarymeasuresasneeded.
2.
Methods, tools, specializedtesting equipment, shop manuals,methods of repair
and service used to maintain heavy, light, construction and special equipment.
3. Principlesandtechniquesof repairandmaintenance
of gas,diesel,alternative
fuel, heavyand light vehiclesand constructionandspecialequipment.
4. Correctuseof hand,power, precisionandtest tools/equipment
usedin the
servicingandrepairingautomotiveequipment.
5. Theoryand operationof internalcombustionengines.
Skill and Ability to:
1. p~ organize,evaluate,and coordinatedailyactivitiesof shoppersonnel,and
maintainqualitycontrol
2. Work courteouslyand effectivelywith the publicandwith co-workers.
3. Diagnose mechanicaldefects in a wide variety of equipmentand keep current on
changesin equipment.
4. Properlyand safelyutilize shoptools andequipment.
EXAMPLES OF EXP~RIENCE/EDUCA TIONffRAINING
The knowledges, skills and abilities listed above may be acquired through various types
of experiences,education or training, typically:
Education:
Completionof the equivalentof two yearsof classroomtraining and supervisedon-thejob trainingin automotiveand heavyequipmentmechanics.
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Completionof a heavyequipmentmechanicaltraining program,leadingto an Apprentice
MechanicCertificate.
OR
Completionof training coursesleadingto any of the NationalInstitute for Automotive
ServiceExcellenceRepairCertificates.
E~rience:
Three yearsof experienceperformingjourney level mechanicalwork including work on
automotiveand/orheavyduty constructionequipmentplussomeleadexperience.
OR
Two years as a Mechanic II in Monterey County performing journey level mechanical
work on automotive and/or heavy duty construction equipment plus some lead
experience.
REQUIRED CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
This position is subjectto drug and alcohol testing as required by the Omm"bus
Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991.
As a condition of employment, the incumbent will be required to:
1. Possessa valid CaliforniaClassC Driver's License.
2. Possessor acquire both a valid California Class A Driver's License and required
endorsementsnecessaryto operate fleet equipment, during the probationary
period.
3 Passa pre-employment
physicalexamination.
PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS
The physical and sensoryabilities required for this classificationincludes:
1
Ability to kneel, crawl and climb sufficient to carry out the requirements of the
job.
2. Ability to lift, push, pull and/or carry equipment or items weighing a minimum of
75 pounds.
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CLASS HISTORY
ClassCode:
EstablishedDate:
RevisedDate:
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July, 2000
August 2001
EEO Category:
SC
Work Group:
15
Worker's CompoCode: 9420
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