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Diesel Mechanic (Water & Wastewater Operations Division) en Broward County, FL

Broward County, FL · Pompano Beach, Estados Unidos De América · Onsite

$48,972.00  -  $78,160.00

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About the Department

The Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Diesel Mechanic.

**Broward County is not accepting attachments for this recruitment, including resumes or similar supporting documentation. Please ensure you complete the application in its entirety and include all information you want considered**  

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THIS JOB ANNOUNCEMENT WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS ARE RECEIVED AND MAY CLOSE AT ANY TIME.  


This is a skilled worker who performs installation, maintenance, adjustments, modifications, and repairs, of diesel engine driven stand-by generators, pumps, and related equipment; performs preventive maintenance on, and replacement or repair of diesel engines, gas engines, generators, pumps, controls, and towing appurtenances; checks tires, coolant, and water and oil levels and other systems. This position requires the constant upkeep of the Broward County's Generator fleet due to the importance of this equipment especially before during and after a  storm event or other emergency. Must be able to work independently. 


General Description
Performs skilled technical work in the maintenance, adjustment, repair, installation, of diesel and gas driven portable and stationary stand-by generators and pumps.
Works under general supervision, independently developing work methods and sequences.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Requires two (2) years technical experience in diesel engine repair and maintenance or closely related experience.

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

Preferences

  • Vocational/Technical School Certification in mechanical, electrical Engineering, or a closely related field
  • Associates Degree or higher in mechanical, electrical Engineering, or a closely related field
  • CDL B license with air brake endorsement or higher 
  • Maintenance skills with hydraulic, plumbing, electrical, or instrumentation as demonstrated by vendor certification 
  • One year or more in electrical knowledge as it relates to generators
  • One year or more of experience working with small engine or confined spaces.

Position Duties

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 installation, maintenance, adjustments, modifications, and repairs, of diesel and gas engine driven stand-by generators, pumps, and related equipment; performs preventive maintenance on, and replacement or repair of diesel engines, gas engines, generators, pumps, controls, and towing appurtenances; checks tires, coolant, and water and oil levels and other systems during deployment.

Ensures work is accomplished in a safe and efficient manner; ensures the quality of work performed; makes repairs and adjustments on diesel and gas generators and pumps and related equipment.

Ensures equipment availability is adequate to meet the operational needs; orders replacements parts when necessary for diesel and gas generators and pumps and related equipment.

Leads the proactive maintenance efforts of the organization for diesel and gas generators and pumps and related equipment.

Monitors equipment performance utilizing the Computerized Maintenance Management System; maintains, calibrates, repairs, and troubleshoots a variety of electrical, electronic, and hydraulic/pneumatic control systems for diesel and gas generators and pumps and related equipment.

Serves as lead worker to plan and assign the work of subordinates and instruct them in proper work methods and procedures.

Performs related work as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

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, digging, 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 toxic/caustic chemicals.

Other Qualifications

Competencies

  • 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. Seeks coaching from others to address routine problems; learns to handle these issues effectively. Bases decisions and actions on relevant rules and procedures.

  • Action Oriented
Takes on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Takes timely action on important or difficult issues. Identifies and pursues new opportunities that benefit the organization.

  • Plans and Aligns
Plans and prioritizes work to meet commitments aligned with organizational goals. Gains a clear understanding of the main tasks needed to complete work in the right sequence. Identifies the support and resources needed to carry out plans; delivers on time at an acceptable quality level.

  • 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.

  • Demonstrates Self-Awareness-Awareness
Uses a combination of feedback and reflection to gain productive insight into personal strengths and weaknesses. Actively seeks feedback from a variety of sources; asks clarifying questions to understand and improve own impact on others or on team performance. Reflects on and learns from own mistakes.

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.

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 [email protected] to make an accommodation request.

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.

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