Sanitation Vehicle Technician at City of Forest Acres in Columbia, South Carolina

Job Description:

Job Title:	Sanitation Vehicle Technician	Department/Loc:	Public Works
FLSA Classification:	Non-Exempt	Date Drafted:	November 2024
Reports To:	Director of Public Works

 

Position Summary

 

Oversees and coordinates mechanical and repair work for sanitation vehicles.  Reports to the Director of Public Works. 

 

Position Responsibilities- Essential This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.

 

• Operates, supervises and maintains the vehicle maintenance system.
• Plans, schedules and implements maintenance and operation activities designed to provide appropriate vehicle maintenance for the city. 
• Ensures that vehicle maintenance center is attended at all times while in operation.
• Ensures the proper maintenance of equipment and tools.
• Supervises daily maintenance shop operations.
• Diagnoses problems with equipment and assigns work as applicable
• Inspects completed work and road tests vehicle.
• Provides safety training as required
• Reviews daily work orders and prioritizes repairs to be performed.
• Maintains adequate parts supply to complete necessary repairs.
• Orders parts and materials and identifies vendors.
• Performs mechanical work on vehicles and equipment.
• Processes paperwork for all repairs.  Completes work orders, listing work completed and parts purchased.
• Performs all duties in conformance to appropriate safety and security standards. 

 

Position Responsibilities- Non-Essential/Other

 

• Other duties as assigned

 

Essential Skills and Experience

 

• High School Diploma or equivalent GED plus two years Technical or Vocational training in the field of mechanics and, five (5) years of experience relating to the construction, repair and maintenance of motor vehicles or, any equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Considerable knowledge of gas engines, transmissions, fire pumps and valves, generators, and fabrication and welding.
• Knowledge and experience with diesel engines preferred.
• Knowledge and experience dealing with hydraulics is highly preferred.
• Valid SC Driver’s or ability to obtain one within six (6) months.
• Working knowledge of price trends and grades or quality of materials and equipment.
• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to municipal maintenance and repair activities.
• Working knowledge of the practices, methods, materials and tools used in modern equipment maintenance.
• Working knowledge of parts needed for frequent repairs of city vehicles.
• Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective preventive maintenance programs, policies and procedures.
• Ability to maintain accurate inventory records.
• Ability to maintain effective accounting procedures.
• Ability to carry out assigned projects to their completion.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, vendors and the public. 
• Ability to diagnose equipment malfunctions.

 

Beneficial Skills and Experience

 

• None

 

Mental & Physical Demands- ADA Guidelines

 

Physical Demands

• Sit Constantly
• Walk Occasionally
• Stand Occasionally
• Handling Frequently
• Reach Outward Frequently
• Reach Above Shoulder Frequently
• Climb Occasionally
• Crawl Occasionally
• Squat or Kneel Occasionally
• Bend Occasionally
  

 

Lifting Requirements

• 10 pounds or less Frequently
• 11-20 pounds Frequently
• 21-50 pounds Frequently
• 51-100 pounds Occasionally
• >100 pounds Occasionally
  

 

Pushing and Pulling Requirements

• 12 pounds or less Occasionally
• 13 to 25 pounds Occasionally
• 26 to 40 pounds Occasionally
• 41 to 100 pounds Occasionally
• > than 100 pounds Occasionally
  

 

Definitions

• N/A   Not Applicable Activity is not applicable to this occupation
• O Occasionally Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)
• F Frequently Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)
• C Constantly Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

 

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS:

This job requires the individual to work in a vehicle maintenance facility and may be exposed to cold, heat, humidity.  

 

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

The job requires normal visual acuity, depth perception, and field of vision, hearing, speaking, and color perception.

 

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