VEHICLE MECHANIC (AVIATION)

General Description

Performs preventive maintenance and inspects, diagnoses, and repairs a variety of County vehicles.

Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Requires two (2) years journey level experience in maintenance and repair of automotive and related equipment or closely related experience.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Possess and maintain a valid Florida Class E Driver's License based on area of assignment.

• Associates Degree or higher in relevant field
• Automotive, Medium/Heavy Truck, or Heavy Equipment Manufacturer Technician Certification
• Welding Certification
• Forklift Certification
• ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) Certifications
• Maintain CDL Class B License
• 1+ years Maximo Work Order System Experience
• 1+ years of Diesel Engine Experience
• 1+ years of Hydraulic Systems Repair Experience
• 1+ years of Welding Experience

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to obtain/maintain Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) access with Customs and Border Protection Seal.
Ability to obtain / maintain Airfield driving privileges.
Ability to obtain and maintain Airfield non-movement area driving privileges. All Aviation Maintenance Division employees must be able to perform rotational shift work and/or overtime (holidays, weekends and emergencies) in support of operational needs in a twenty-four (24) hour per day/seven (7) days per week operation and in accordance with a collective bargaining agreement, if applicable.

All Aviation Department employees must possess the ability to interact courteously with the public, Airport vendors, contractors and fellow employees to maintain a professional work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes a positive work environment.

The employee must be able to work in various locations/environments including office, warehouse, airport terminals and the airfield.

Aviation Department Maintenance Division Staff are all essential positions. At any given time, staff may be required to be on the Airfield, in the Terminals, or in a work environment which conditions may expose them to weather, humid conditions; smoke, fumes or dust; tight or confined spaces; hazardous materials; or shaking, rocking and or vibrating equipment, loud noise, stairs and ramps, and large moving equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities

The functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.

Provides detailed maintenance on heavy duty equipment and light equipment ranging from heavy duty tractors to small lawn mowers.

Performs maintenance and repairs of damaged and malfunctioning equipment; performs preventative maintenance including changing/adding fluids, inspecting brakes and belts, replacing filters, inspecting suspension, steering systems lights, and tires, etc.

Performs unscheduled repairs such as troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical systems and replacing of essential parts in shop or at worksite and occasionally after hours.

Performs tire service inspection and repair including mounting and balancing both light and heavy duty off-road tires.

Maintains parts procurement; researches part numbers, vehicle application, serial number; searches for parts, finds best prices, and searches for vendors, dealers, etc.; orders parts online or by phone; purchases and picks up parts; files transmittals for payments made with credit card and any other paperwork necessary for the agency.

Works offsite to provide service or repair disabled or non-transportable vehicles or machinery; maintains proper performance in daily operation or emergency repair.

Writes work orders; summit invoices; assigns work to shop mechanics.

Performs related work as assigned.

Competencies

• Tech Savvy:
  Anticipates and adopts innovations in business-building digital and technology applications. Successfully leverages the latest technologies to increase performance. Quickly embraces and masters new technological advances adopted by the organization. May help others learn the terminology.
• Manages Complexity:
  Makes sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Looks at complex issues from multiple angles; explores issues to uncover underlying issues and root causes; sees the main consequences and implications of different options.
• Decision Quality:
  Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Knows when to act independently and when to escalate issues. Integrates various inputs, decision criteria, and trade-offs to make effective decisions. Typically makes good independent decisions.
• Action Oriented:
  Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Identifies what needs to be done and acts quickly. Shows optimism and enthusiasm that affects others positively. Works independently but knows when to ask for help.
• Plans and Aligns:
  Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Outlines clear plans that put actions in a logical sequence; conveys some time frames. Aligns own work with relevant workgroups. Takes some steps to reduce bottlenecks and speed up the work.
• Optimizes Work Processes:
  Knows the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. Generally follows defined and communicated standards, methods, and procedures. Seeks advice and finds ways to work better within processes. Makes some reasonable suggestions to improve work methods.
• Ensures Accountability:
  Holds self and others accountable to meet commitments. Accepts responsibility for own work, both successes and failures. Handles fair share and does not make excuses for problems. Usually meets commitments to others.
• Drives Results:
  Consistently achieves results, even under tough circumstances. Does what is necessary to meet goals and deliver expected results with acceptable quality. Shows consistent effort to complete even unpleasant or routine tasks in a timely manner; maintains work focus despite obstacles or setbacks.

Physical Demands

Physical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.

Performs medium to heavy work that involves walking, standing, stooping, lifting, pushing and raising objects and also involves exerting between 20 to 50 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis and 50 to 100 pounds of force on an occasional basis.

Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)

Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.

Involves routine and frequent exposure to traffic; moving machinery.

County Core Values

All Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.

• Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
• Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
• Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance

Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusion. Broward County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. We support the hiring of people with disabilities; therefore, if you require assistance due to a disability, please contact the Professional Standards Section in advance at 954-357-6500 or email Profstandards@broward.org to make an accommodation request.

County-wide Emergency Responsibilities

Note: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

County-wide Employee Responsibilities

All Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.

All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.