| Under direction, performs semiskilled
and skilled work in the maintenance, adjustment, modification
and repair of small and mid-sized gasoline , diesel and
hydraulic equipment used in the maintenance and repair
of MCPS grounds and facilities. Employees are also responsible
for the ordering, stocking and inventory of parts. Work
of this class is performed in the field or shop and requires
an understanding of the principles of internal combustion
engine in diesel, 2-cycle and 4-cycle forms and related
systems as well as a working knowledge of hydraulic systems
and components. Minor maintenance repair work is performed
in the field while major adjustments and repairs are
performed in the shop. |
| Thorough knowledge of the principles
of the internal combustion engine in diesel, 2-cycle
and 4-cycle forms and related systems. A working knowledge
of hydraulic systems and components. Understanding of
the hazards involved in repairing and operating equipment
and of safety procedures needed to minimize hazards.
Ability to analyze malfunctions in equipment in order
to make proper adjustments. Ability to assess the benefit
of making repairs v. replacing equipment. Ability to
evaluate the effectiveness of equipment and to identify
and to favricate modifications to improve performance
and to minimize maintenance and repair costs. Ability
to communicate orally and in writing in order to instruct
others in the operation equipment, to develop written
operating and maintenance procedures, and to develop
and write equipment specifications. Ability to order
parts and maintain proper inventory levels and records.
Skill in the use and care of tools and equipment involved
in the maintenance and repair of equipment. |
| Graduation from high school including
or supplemented by mechanical training and experience
in diesel and gasoline engine repair. Employees are required
to stay up-to-date with new technology such as new electronic
ignitions and different fuel systems that are developed
to meet federal or local regulations by attending vendor
sponsored training sessions or through independent reading
and studying. |
| Possession
of a valid Maryland class D driver's license or equivalent. |
|
(Special requirements such as lifting heavy objects and
frequent climbing.) Ability to perform work requiring
movement and lifting of heavy objects and some physical
exertion |
|
(Frequent overtime or night work required, etc.) None |
|
Dismantles, repairs, adjusts, rebuilds, modifies and
maintains a variety of diesel, hydraulic, 2-cycle and
4-cycle small and mid-size equipment used in maintaining
grounds and facilities, including compact diesels,
snow blowers, vacuums emergency generators, chain saws
and other equipment. Assesses equipment to identify
design characteristics and other factors contributing
to need for frequent repairs. Designs, fabricates and
installs modifications to reduce frequency of damaged
and worn parts. Disassembles, overhauls, and reassembles
engines. Overhauls magnetos and carburetors. Repairs/rebuilds
hydraulic pumps and hoses, drive shafts, power steering.
Makes major and minor tune-ups of equipment. Sharpens
and balances cutting blades and checks equipment before
returning it to schools. Instructs building service
personnel in the safe and proper use, operation, and
maintenance of equipment and proper procedures for
interchanging mower decks, snowplow, metal cutters
and other tools used in the mechanic trade. Delivers
gasoline and oil to schools and makes periodic checks
and adjustments to equipment. power lawn and yard equipment.
Delivers gasoline and oil to schools and makes periodic
checks and adjustments to equipment. Writes specifications
for new equipment. Initiates purchase orders. Prepares
written procedures and guidelines for use and repair
of equipment. Maintains repair and maintenance records.
Maintains proper inventory levels and records. Performs
related work as required. |
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1/86, 11/89,
7/92. 5/05, 10/06 |
