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9703
MECHANIC 2
Nature of Work
Under general supervision performs full
performance level work in the maintenance, lubrication, repair
and overhaul of light equipment, automobiles, trucks and other
motor driven equipment. Performs related work as required.
Distinguishing Characteristics
The incumbent in this
classification has at least two years of mechanic experience and
performs at the full-performance level. This position is not
assigned project and team leader responsibility.
Examples of Work
Performs maintenance, repair and minor overhaul on gasoline
powered equipment.
Repairs hydraulic brake system, (i.e. rebuild wheel cylinders,
install brake shoes, rebuild disc brake calipers, install
disc brake pads, replace master cylinders, etc.).
Repairs, replaces and balances tires.
Replaces equipment components such as exhaust systems, cooling
systems, universal joints, fuel filters, oil filters,
transmission filters, spark plugs, etc.
Repairs minor electrical defects (i.e. wire splices, add on
lights, etc.).
Replaces body parts such as locks, lights, windshield wipers,
bumpers, adjusts doors, door glasses, and performs minor
body adjustments.
Repairs or replaces body parts damaged by collision/corrosion.
Pulls damaged body parts and applies body filler.
Primers, sands, seals, and paints automotive body components.
Performs oil changes and chassis lubrication.
Assists other mechanics in performing major repair work.
Drives vehicle after repairs to test operation.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of lubricating systems and oils, greases and
attachments used to lubricate automotive and related
equipment.
Knowledge of body repair equipment and materials.
Knowledge of equipment operation, utilization and repair
methods and complex components of automotive equipment.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and necessary standard
safety precautions.
Skill in the use of tools and equipment used in the repair of
motor driven equipment.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written
instructions.
Ability to maintain simple records (i.e. time cards, repair
work orders, etc.).
Ability to perform minor repairs and brake work.
Ability to perform heavy physical labor.
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
No formal education required.
Experience:
Two years of full-time or equivalent part-time
paid experience in service/mechanical work on automobiles
or motor driven equipment.
Substitution:
Successful completion of an approved vocational
school program in automotive mechanics of at least 1080
clock hours may be substituted for one year of the required
experience.
Special Requirement:
A valid West Virginia Motor Vehicle
Operator's license is required.
Established: 8/19/93
Revised: 7/22/96
Effective:
7/22/96