Diesel Equipment Mechanic - Journey Level (LA-351-25E) Palmdale at Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts, CA
Los Angeles County Sanitation Districts, CA · Palmdale, United States Of America · Onsite
- Professional
- Office in Palmdale
About the Department
POSTING #LA-351-25E
LOCATION:
WASTEWATER MANAGEMENT DEPARTMENT, WATER RECLAMATION PLANTS SECTION, DESERT MAINTENANCE GROUP, PALMDALE
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
To perform progressively more skilled mechanical maintenance and repairs on a variety of cars, trucks, tractors, trailers, and other diesel-powered and EV vehicles, and special-purpose, bio-solids processing equipment.
JOB SUMMARY:
Under general supervision from a Supervisor of Treatment Plant Maintenance, the incumbents' duties can involve driving, examining, locating, and repairing mechanical defects in a variety of utility equipment, including cars, trucks, utility trucks, two-axle and three-axle trucks, tractor-trailer or semi-trailer units, skip loaders, conveyor-driven loaders, biosolids composters, and crawlers; making minor and major mechanical repairs, including adjustments, tune-ups, and overhauls; disassembling and replacing worn parts; installing new parts; adjusting, repairing, rebuilding, and replacing fuel injectors, starting motors, transmissions, differentials, brakes, air conditioners, clutches, and steering gears; diagnosing and correcting electrical problems; overhauling hydraulic lift and steering assemblies, hydraulic motors, pumps, and accessories, and accomplishing similar mechanical tasks; operating equipment that is under repair; using welding equipment on equipment parts; and performing related duties as required.
This job may be filled at only an experienced level. The DIESEL EQUIPMENT MECHANIC is the journey level class of the series. Incumbents perform a wide variety of skilled tasks utilizing a comprehensive knowledge of the trade.
Position Duties
Minimum Qualifications
Other Qualifications
SELECTION PROCESS:
- All applications will be reviewed to determine if the conditions and qualifications for testing are met.
- The selection process will consist of a written test weighted at 50% and/or an interview weighted at 50%.
- Candidates must receive a qualifying score on each selection component to move forward in the selection process.
Please apply online at www.lacsd.org within the application period. Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed LACSD Employment application. Check your e-mail regularly throughout the recruitment process as notifications are sent via e-mail. Please make sure that your registered e-mail address is accurate and current. To ensure proper delivery, add [email protected] to your contact list.
NOTE: The individual(s) recommended for hire must undergo a job-related pre-employment physical, as well as a reference check, background check, DMV report, and a drug test.
To learn more about how the Sanitation Districts convert waste into resources, please visit the following video: Converting Waste into Resources.
For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Luz Avila at (562) 908-4288, extension 1329.
As an equal opportunity employer, the Districts strongly encourage people with disabilities and people from historically marginalized communities to apply.
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