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9704
MECHANIC 3
Nature of Work
Under general supervision performs advanced
and lead 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
Work at this level is
characterized by project and team leader responsibility. While
performing the same levels of work as those being supervised, the
incumbent assigns specific tasks to those individuals and sets
the pace and standards for the work.
Examples of Work
Makes daily crew assignments, clean-up assignments and other
detail assignments as necessary.
Reviews the performance of other shop mechanics.
Trains and leads other mechanics in performing their job
duties.
Diagnoses and repairs problems with the electrical and
charging system.
Removes and replaces the hydraulic system adjusting all
regulating valves.
Disassembles and reassembles the driveline and differential.
Repairs or replaces body parts damaged by collision/corrosion.
Performs pre-operational check of equipment.
Maintains safe and orderly work areas.
Drives equipment after repairs to test operation.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and equipment used
in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and other motor
driven equipment.
Knowledge of the operation of motor driven equipment.
Skill in the use of tools and equipment used in the repair of
motor driven equipment.
Ability to supervise and direct the work of others.
Ability to follow and administer oral and written
instructions.
Ability to diagnose mechanical problems and determine
appropriate procedures for repairs.
Ability to train lower level mechanics.
Ability to maintain simple records (i.e. time cards, work
repair orders).
Minimum Qualifications
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Training:
No formal education required.
Experience:
Three 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