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Vehicle Mechanic - Port Everglades

Broward County, Florida
$48,963.20 Annually
medical insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, vision insurance, vacation time, paid holidays, sick time, retirement plan
United States, Florida, Fort Lauderdale
115 South Andrews Avenue (Show on map)
Jan 21, 2025
REQUIREMENTS AND PREFERENCES The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Vehicle Mechanic at Port Everglades Department. Benefits of Broward County Employment Eleven (11) paid holidays each year Vacation (Paid Time Off) = 2 weeks per year Tuition Reimbursement (Up to 2K annually) Up to 40 hours of Job Basis Leave for eligible positions Paid Parental Leave Health Benefits High Deductible Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Single $10.90 / Family $80.79 Includes a County Funded Health Savings Account of up to $2400 Annually Consumer Driven Health Plan - bi-weekly premiums: Single $82.58 / Family $286.79 Florida Retirement System (FRS) - Pension or Investment Plan 457 Deferred Compensation county matches up to 2,600 a year. The Vehicle Mechanic position includes journey level work in the maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel driven automotive and small engine equipment in mechanical repair and maintenance. Duties include performing skilled tasks of automobiles, heavy duty trucks, tractors, other standard and special automotive equipment and small engines in accordance with standard trade practices. General Description Performs preventive maintenance and inspects, diagnoses, and repairs a variety of County vehicles for Port Everglades. Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences. Minimum Education and Experience Requirements Two (2) years journey-level experience in maintenance and repair of automotive and related equipment or closely related experience. Special Certifications and Licenses Required Ability to secure and maintain a valid Florida Driver's License at the time of appointment and for the duration of employment. Ability to secure and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification card (TWIC) within 60 days of employment and for the duration of employment. Ability to secure and maintain a valid Seaport Business Purpose Credential for the duration of employment. ASE Certifications may be required based on area of assignment. Preferences 4+ years experience with heavy industrial equipment repair (i.e. boom truck, sweepers, and/or aerial lifts) 4+ years experience performing hydraulic repairs ASE and NAEVT certification in the following areas: Engine Performance, Electrical Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning, Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Manual Drive Train and Axle, Automatic Transmission/Transaxle, Engine Repair, Painting and Refinishing, Non-Structural Analysis and Damage Repair, Structural Analysis and Repairs. The following associated with Heavy Duty Trucks: Gasoline Engines, Diesel Engines, Drive Train, Suspension and Steering, Electrical Systems, Heating and Air Conditioning and Preventive Maintenance 4+ years experience with small engine repair (i.e. lawn mowers, edgers, trimmers, diesel, unleaded and 2-cycle) Certified as an Industrial Hydraulic Technician (Fluid Power Society) 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. - Performs detailed maintenance and repair on equipment ranging from heavy duty tractors and trucks to vehicles and mowers in accordance with standard trade practices; performs unscheduled repairs such as troubleshooting electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical systems and replacing or repairing of essential parts in shop or at work site and occasionally after hours; 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. - Analyzes and locates defects in operation and road tests equipment before returning to service. - Performs tire service inspection and repair including mounting and balancing both light and heavy duty off-road tires. - Maintains current shop manuals to ascertain type and specifications of parts needed; maintains inventory and records, requisitions parts and supplies and prepares inventory reports; keeps tools and equipment in clean operating condition. - Repairs and maintains alternative fuel systems, including propane. - Maintains parts procurement; researches part numbers, vehicle application, and 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 a credit card and any other paperwork necessary for the division. - Performs related work as required. Other duties generally associated with this Job Class: - Works off-site to provide service or repair disabled or non-transportable vehicles or machinery; maintains proper performance in daily operation or emergency repair. - Writes own work orders; submits invoices WORK ENVIRONMENT 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. SPECIAL INFORMATION County Core Competencies 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. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Compliance Broward County is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The ADA requires Broward County to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified persons with disabilities. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss ADA accommodations with the Professional Standards/Human Rights Section. Emergency Management 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.