Nassau County is 726 square miles of natural beauty located in the northeast corner of Florida along the Atlantic Ocean and Interstate 95. With 13 miles of pristine beaches, hundreds of miles of rivers, historic downtown Fernandina Beach, and an expanding economy. The combination of rich history, rural charm, natural resources, quality-of-life, and proximity to strategic installations provides Nassau County with unparalleled potential.  Part of the Jacksonville Metropolitan Area, Nassau County has a population of 91,113 and a regional population of 1.6 million, the Florida Bureau of Economic and Business Research (BEBR) estimates that Nassau County grew by 4.92% last year ranking as the 4th fastest-growing county, by percent growth, in Florida [2nd among counties with a population of at least 80,000]. BEBR predicts Nassau County will be the sixth fastest-growing county in the State of Florida over the next 10 years with a projected population expansion of 33% resulting in over 121,600 people calling Nassau County home.

To view the position description or submit your application for consideration, visit: https://nassauemployees.munisselfservice.com/employmentopportunities/default.aspx

 

This position performs preventive, scheduled, and routine mechanical maintenance of diesel or gasoline engine powered equipment and vehicles in support of County operations.  Must have own tools from ¼ to 1 inch (6mm to 25mm metric sizes), in wrenches and socket sets.  Follows directions and reports to Road & Bridge Supervisor.  Works a forty (40) hour week.  May require overtime and holidays.

 

• Supervises the Preventive Maintenance Mechanic in performance of assigned duties.
• Perform, analysis and diagnosis of electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and fuel systems.
• Performs routine repairs to vehicles and equipment.
• Reads and comprehends repair orders and manufacturer’s service manuals to include interpretation of chematic diagrams pertaining to fuel, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Required to complete all written documentation related to the job function.
• Services and trouble-shoots vehicle and equipment heating and air conditioning systems.
• Diagnoses, and resolves electrical malfunctions in starting, ignition and lighting systems.
• Repairs and replaces components in exhaust systems.
• Diagnoses, services and repairs engine cooling and fuel systems.
• Diagnoses, services and repairs manual transmissions, clutches, power take off and drive train components.
• Repairs and replaces suspension systems on wheeled and tracked equipment.
• Diagnoses and repairs front end and steering systems.
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces components in hydraulic, air and cable operated brake systems.
• Evaluates component wear, repairs and replaces track systems (pins, bushings, rollers, and idler wheels).
• Diagnoses, repairs and replaces components of hydraulic systems to include hose, pumps, actuating cylinders and controls.
• Welds and fabricates equipment and machinery.

 

(These major job duties are not a complete statement of all duties required of the job.  Employees may be required to perform such other related job duties as may be assigned or required).

 

This position requires Graduation from high school or General Education Equivalency Diploma and two (2) years experience as an automotive and heavy equipment mechanic.  Possession of a valid Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License with no restriction for airbrake and must possess tanker and hazardous material endorsement prior to application.  Certification of levels of training and qualification by a recognized authority such as National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence. Must have Diesel Engine and Brakes certificates and must have one of the following certificates: Drive Train, or Suspension & Steering.  May substitute with a certificate in Diesel Mechanic from an accredited program of no less than one and half (1 ½) years with two years as a Preventive Maintenance Mechanic.

 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the construction, assembly, adjustment and maintenance of a variety of vehicles and heavy equipment including dump trucks, dozers, hydraulic excavators, mowing equipment, bucket loaders and road graders.
• Knowledge of the methods and practices utilized in repair and renovation of heavy equipment.
• Perform basic computer operations for recording and researching maintenance data.
• Perform operational testing to determine serviceability of equipment and vehicles.
• Weld metals and repair vehicles and equipment using heliarc and acetylene gas.
• Read, write and speak the English language.
• Read and interpret manufacture’s service and repair manuals.
• Knowledge of vehicle and equipment retrieval and evacuation procedures and techniques.

 

The hourly rate for this position is $19.1091. The County provides a comprehensive benefits program and participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS) and has a 3% employee contribution requirement. Voluntary supplemental 457 deferred compensation retirement is also available. For additional benefit information, visit: https://www.nassaucountyfl.com/243/Employee-Benefits.