Shire Jobs

Mechanic -- Part-Time (Non-Exempt)

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*Rate: *$16.00/hour -- starting rate based on prior experience and education

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Location: Concord Woods Nature Park -- Annex, Concord Twp., OH 44077

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*Position Description: *

Under the direction of the Equipment Maintenance Supervisor, the Mechanic assists in servicing and completing preventative maintenance services and needed repairs on a broad spectrum of equipment, including but not limited to passenger vehicles, light & heavy-duty trucks, mowing equipment, utility task vehicles, trailers, tractors, construction equipment as well as small engines.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Inspects, diagnoses, adjusts and repairs mechanical defects/failures of park equipment and vehicles.
• Repairs and adjusts cutting mechanisms on various heavy and light mowing equipment.
• Prioritizes equipment repair and maintenance work.
• Maintains shop equipment and tools to ensure they are always kept in a safe, clean, and serviceable condition.
• Keeps up with preventative maintenance on all assigned equipment and vehicles, i.e. oil changes, filter changes, air, etc.
• Communicates any needs or problems relating to maintenance or repair of equipment.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Course Superintendent or Assistant.

   

*Minimum Qualifications: *

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• At least 1 year of equipment repair experience required.

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*Position Requirements: *

• Knowledge of basic mechanics
• Knowledge and excellent troubleshooting skills on various types of equipment repair.
• Knowledge of how to safely repair hydraulics in relation to various types of equipment.
• Knowledge of all related safety regulations and compliance in on-going safety training requirements.
• Mechanical skills and knowledge of repairing diesel, gas, and small engines.
• Basic equipment operation skills.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment.
• Must be able to work on a number of tasks simultaneously.
• Must be a team player, flexible, and well organized.
• Excellent interpersonal and verbal & written communication skills.
• Ability to operate vehicles/truck and trailer properly.
• Ability to operate various types of tools and equipment.
• Ability to interact with others with tact and courtesy and maintain integrity and appropriate behavior in dealing with conflicts and challenges with the public, co-workers, and managers.
• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
• Ability to work in a team setting to accomplish park-related goals.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Proficiency in computer software programs including Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Variable work schedule, up to 28 hours per week.
• May be occasionally required to work flexible hours, weekends, evenings and holidays.
• Must possess a valid drivers' license and insurable on the Agency's liability policy. Pre-employment background check required.

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*Benefits: *

The Lake Metroparks benefits package includes OPERS membership, agency-wide discounts, and Northeastern Ohio Inter-Museum Council membership.