Equipment Mechanic

The Trempealeau County Highway Department is currently advertising for an experienced Equipment Mechanic to join their team.

The starting wage for this position is $28.81 an hour, with a pay increase to $29.81 an hour after 6 months, with a satisfactory work history.

This position will remain open until filled; however, the posting may be closed once a qualified applicant pool has been identified.  Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early as the posting may be closed once a satisfactory candidate pool is identified.

The purpose of this position is to inspect, maintain and repair all department trucks and equipment for safe operation by all employees. Perform repairs on all department equipment; vehicles, hot mix plant, graders, loaders, dozers, tractors, asphalt paver, rollers, and distributors.To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily and in a timely manner. The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required or assigned.
 
Trouble shoot and repair equipment so as to make it safe for all employees.
 
Able to assist other mechanics.
 
Dispatch on a rotating basis during after hour emergencies.
 
Perform equipment repairs during after hour emergencies.
 
Report to Shop Superintendent any findings of machinery abuse.
 
Must provide own tools.
 
Must provide own transportation to Whitehall Shop.
 
Perform any and all duties as assigned by the Shop Superintendent.
 
Responds to year-round weather events and emergencies. Subject to call in 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
 Ability to compare, count, differentiate, measure, assemble, copy and record and transcribe data and information.   Ability to classify, compute and tabulate data.
 
Ability to utilize a wide variety of descriptive data and information such as work schedules, meeting charts, time cards, safety regulations, diagrams, material safety data sheets, product specifications and general operating and maintenance manuals, lists, vouchers, invoices.
 
 Ability to understand and follow directions, reading, writing, and basic math skills.
 
Ability to compare, count, differentiate, measure and/or sort data and information.
 
Must demonstrate good communications, human relations, and organizational skills.
 
Ability to maintain good public relations, along with a willingness to learn are mandatory.
 
Ability to communicate effectively with County personnel, vendor representatives and community service workers.
 
Able to work on own initiative.

Ability to add and subtract, multiply and divide, and calculate percentages, fractions, and decimals.

Ability to use functional reasoning in performing semi-routine functions involving standardized work with some choice of action.
 
Ability to advise and provide interpretation to others how to apply policies, procedures and standards to specific situations.
 
Ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity in situations involving a variety of generally pre-defined duties which may be subject to frequent change.High school diploma or equivalent with vocational/technical specialized training in mechanical repair. Comprehensive knowledge of engines, transmissions, drive lines, electrical skills, hydraulic repair, and air brake systems.  Knowledge of Ag tractors and heavy equipment repair.  Gas and diesel engine diagnostics, emissions / DPF (Diesel Particulate Filters) / DEF (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) troubleshooting , EFI (Electronic Fuel Injection) knowledge, Computer/Scanner experience for troubleshooting codes on equipment, trucks and electronic sander controls. Comprehensive knowledge of machine operations and maintenance is essential.