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HIGHWAY UTILITY REPAIR PERSON

Job Code: 7527
Pay Grade: 108

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt 

General Functions
   Performs maintenance and repair service on a variety of general and special utility equipment and vehicles.

Distinguishing Characteristics of Work:

This is limited maintenance and repair work utilizing knowledge of the operation and repair of a variety of general and special equipment and vehicles used by the Highway Maintenance Division.

An employee in a position assigned to this class performs a variety of maintenance and repair tasks using a wide range of general and special tools. Equipment is serviced and maintained at field worksites and at the Highway Division District facilities.

Work is performed under the general supervision of a foreman who provides written and oral instructions of daily tasks to be performed. Work is checked by the supervisor for accuracy, operating efficiency and safety.
 
Representative Duties /Assignments
  
  • Uses welding torch, air compressor, grinder, chain saw, drill press, hand and power tools to perform mechanical and electrical repairs to vehicle and equipment.
  • Evaluates equipment problems, prioritizes work and repairs highway maintenance equipment in the field.
  • Performs preventive maintenance and repairs chain saws, weed eaters, mowers, edgers, tractors and graders.
  • Fuels vehicles and equipment in the field.
  • Repair hoses, belts, bolts and minor electrical problems to maintain equipment in proper operating condition and reduces need for in-shop repairs.
  • Maintains tools, supplies and equipment needed to perform preventative maintenance and field repairs.
  • Performs other related work as required.
 
Minimum Qualifications
   Graduation from high school or equivalent and two years of mechanical repair experience, or and equivalent combination of education, training and experience.

Must possess and maintain a valid Florida class “B” commercial driver’s license or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire date.
 
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1/22/2007