Small Engine Mechanic (40 hrs./wk., 260 days)
Washoe County School District, Reno, NV, United States
Summary Description
Under general supervision, routine mechanical and electrical maintenance, and repair work on a variety of gardening and/or custodial equipment. Also performs related maintenance on school appliances. Incumbent performs related work as required.
Performs repair and overhaul work on small engines associated with machines including, but not limited to, lawn mowers, vacuum cleaners, and buffers.
Performs repairs on a variety of appliances including, but not limited to, washers, dryers, and refrigerators.
Identifies causes of mechanical trouble, dismantles equipment, using hand tools and gauges/meters to examine parts for defects.
Replaces or repairs parts, such as rings and bearings, motors, switches, hoses, and accessories to equipment using hand tools.
Cleans, adjusts, or rebuilds equipment.
Tests for performance and replaces machine parts as needed.
Utilizes a variety of testing equipment such as ammeters, voltmeters, mustimeters, and AC/DC indicators, measuring gauges to determine malfunctions and the need for repair.
Records maintenance and repairs performed, parts used, and cost.
Performs regular preventive maintenance such as checking for electrical shorts and replacing parts, as needed.
Stocks and maintains shop inventory for parts and supplies.
Cleans and maintains shop facility and equipment.
May develop estimate labor and repair costs.
Trains custodians and groundskeepers in appropriate use and maintenance of equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.
When Assigned as a SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC
Will work on fuel systems, ignition systems, hydraulic systems, instrumentation, carburetors, and other necessary power equipment.
May do electrical and gas welding.
When Assigned as a CUSTODIAL EQUIPMENT REPAIR TECHNICIAN
Will work on equipment such as floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, and battery chargers associated with custodial equipment.
Will work on appliances such as washers, dryers, and refrigerators.
Communication and Collaboration
Collaborates with various internal and external stakeholders to complete district-wide projects and initiatives.
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience that could provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.
Education: Completion of a recognized two-year small engine mechanic or electrical/electronics apprenticeship program.
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of small engines associated with carpentry and ground maintenance and/or electric motor-driven equipment and appliances.
OR Four (4) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of electrical custodial equipment and appliances or small engines associated with carpentry and ground maintenance.
Licenses and Certificates
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Nevada State Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), with a driving record acceptable to the District.
AHERA 16-Hour asbestos training, asbestos certification required within the first 12 months of employment. Employer will provide training.
OSHA Lead Action Training. Certification may be required within the first 12 months of employment. Employer will provide training.
Other Job Requirements
May be called upon in off-hours for school emergencies, such as burglaries, vandalism, fires, snow removal, equipment failures, flooding, etc.
Competencies for Successful Performance
Principles of gasoline engines and/or electrical motors and the methods, materials and tools used in the repair and maintenance of motorized groundskeeping and/or custodial equipment.
Electrical mechanical testing and repair.
Repair and safety precautions of small engine repair and general groundskeeper maintenance.
Electrical and electronic custodial equipment and appliances.
Basic computer skills.
Using shop equipment and hand tools to make major and minor repairs.
Diagnosing and repairing common electrical and mechanical defects.
Inspecting, rejecting, rebuilding, or replacing faulty parts.
Reading, interpreting, and applying information from schematic and mechanical drawings, diagrams, and technical repair manuals.
Tracing instrumentation and electrical systems.
Making estimates of materials and labor costs.
Preparing and maintaining operational and inventory records and reports.
Working independently.
Advise others on proper use and maintenance of equipment.
Understand and conduct oral and written instructions.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in course of work.
Work Environment
Exposure to weather: Frequently.
Exposure to loud noises: Occasionally.
Working in confined spaces: Never.
Working at heights: Rarely.
Working with hazardous materials: Occasionally.
Physical Demands
Lifting/Carrying: Frequently.
Standing/Walking: Frequently.
Bending/Stooping: Frequently.
Reaching: Occasionally.
Pushing/Pulling: Rarely.Climbing: Rarely.
Fine motor skills: Continuously.
Definitions
Never: The activity or condition does not occur.
Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.
Occasionally: The activity or condition occurs 10-30% of the time.
Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time.
Continuously: The activity or condition occurs more than 60% of the time.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The Washoe County School District is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. The District prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other protected categories.
Benefits
Full benefits for employees scheduled 27.5 hours per week or more: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance with 100% premium coverage by the District; no waiting period.
Sick Leave, Holiday Pay, and Vacation Pay.
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) with contribution options.
Salary increases and longevity bonuses.
Guidance resources.
Other district benefits.
Temporary employees working less than 6 months do not receive benefits.
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Under general supervision, routine mechanical and electrical maintenance, and repair work on a variety of gardening and/or custodial equipment. Also performs related maintenance on school appliances. Incumbent performs related work as required.
Performs repair and overhaul work on small engines associated with machines including, but not limited to, lawn mowers, vacuum cleaners, and buffers.
Performs repairs on a variety of appliances including, but not limited to, washers, dryers, and refrigerators.
Identifies causes of mechanical trouble, dismantles equipment, using hand tools and gauges/meters to examine parts for defects.
Replaces or repairs parts, such as rings and bearings, motors, switches, hoses, and accessories to equipment using hand tools.
Cleans, adjusts, or rebuilds equipment.
Tests for performance and replaces machine parts as needed.
Utilizes a variety of testing equipment such as ammeters, voltmeters, mustimeters, and AC/DC indicators, measuring gauges to determine malfunctions and the need for repair.
Records maintenance and repairs performed, parts used, and cost.
Performs regular preventive maintenance such as checking for electrical shorts and replacing parts, as needed.
Stocks and maintains shop inventory for parts and supplies.
Cleans and maintains shop facility and equipment.
May develop estimate labor and repair costs.
Trains custodians and groundskeepers in appropriate use and maintenance of equipment.
Performs other duties as assigned.
When Assigned as a SMALL ENGINE MECHANIC
Will work on fuel systems, ignition systems, hydraulic systems, instrumentation, carburetors, and other necessary power equipment.
May do electrical and gas welding.
When Assigned as a CUSTODIAL EQUIPMENT REPAIR TECHNICIAN
Will work on equipment such as floor scrubbers, carpet extractors, and battery chargers associated with custodial equipment.
Will work on appliances such as washers, dryers, and refrigerators.
Communication and Collaboration
Collaborates with various internal and external stakeholders to complete district-wide projects and initiatives.
Qualifications
Any combination of education and experience that could provide the required knowledge and skills is qualifying.
Education: Completion of a recognized two-year small engine mechanic or electrical/electronics apprenticeship program.
Experience:
Two (2) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of small engines associated with carpentry and ground maintenance and/or electric motor-driven equipment and appliances.
OR Four (4) years of experience in the repair and maintenance of a variety of electrical custodial equipment and appliances or small engines associated with carpentry and ground maintenance.
Licenses and Certificates
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Nevada State Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), with a driving record acceptable to the District.
AHERA 16-Hour asbestos training, asbestos certification required within the first 12 months of employment. Employer will provide training.
OSHA Lead Action Training. Certification may be required within the first 12 months of employment. Employer will provide training.
Other Job Requirements
May be called upon in off-hours for school emergencies, such as burglaries, vandalism, fires, snow removal, equipment failures, flooding, etc.
Competencies for Successful Performance
Principles of gasoline engines and/or electrical motors and the methods, materials and tools used in the repair and maintenance of motorized groundskeeping and/or custodial equipment.
Electrical mechanical testing and repair.
Repair and safety precautions of small engine repair and general groundskeeper maintenance.
Electrical and electronic custodial equipment and appliances.
Basic computer skills.
Using shop equipment and hand tools to make major and minor repairs.
Diagnosing and repairing common electrical and mechanical defects.
Inspecting, rejecting, rebuilding, or replacing faulty parts.
Reading, interpreting, and applying information from schematic and mechanical drawings, diagrams, and technical repair manuals.
Tracing instrumentation and electrical systems.
Making estimates of materials and labor costs.
Preparing and maintaining operational and inventory records and reports.
Working independently.
Advise others on proper use and maintenance of equipment.
Understand and conduct oral and written instructions.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in course of work.
Work Environment
Exposure to weather: Frequently.
Exposure to loud noises: Occasionally.
Working in confined spaces: Never.
Working at heights: Rarely.
Working with hazardous materials: Occasionally.
Physical Demands
Lifting/Carrying: Frequently.
Standing/Walking: Frequently.
Bending/Stooping: Frequently.
Reaching: Occasionally.
Pushing/Pulling: Rarely.Climbing: Rarely.
Fine motor skills: Continuously.
Definitions
Never: The activity or condition does not occur.
Rarely: The activity or condition occurs less than 10% of the time.
Occasionally: The activity or condition occurs 10-30% of the time.
Frequently: The activity or condition occurs 30-60% of the time.
Continuously: The activity or condition occurs more than 60% of the time.
Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The Washoe County School District is committed to providing equal employment opportunity and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. The District prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and other protected categories.
Benefits
Full benefits for employees scheduled 27.5 hours per week or more: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance with 100% premium coverage by the District; no waiting period.
Sick Leave, Holiday Pay, and Vacation Pay.
Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) with contribution options.
Salary increases and longevity bonuses.
Guidance resources.
Other district benefits.
Temporary employees working less than 6 months do not receive benefits.
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