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MyFlorida OPS AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II - 42903052 in BRADENTON, Florida
OPS AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II - 42903052
Date: Nov 23, 2024
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Requisition No: 840045
Agency: Agriculture and Consumer Services
Working Title: OPS AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II - 42903052
Pay Plan: Temp
Position Number: 42903052
Salary: $19.00/Hour
Posting Closing Date: 12/20/2024
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OPS AUTOMOTIVE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II
FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND CONSUMER SERVICES
FLORIDA FOREST SERVICE
* OPEN COMPETITIVE OPPORTUNITY --
THIS IS A PART-TIME OTHER PERSONAL SERVICES (OPS) POSITION *
CONTACT:
Bill Berger (941) 213-6988
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
Six (6) months of experience in heavy equipment or automotive repair work.
Certificate of completion from a technical school for automotive/heavy equipment repair can substitute for the required experience.
NOTE: ALL POSITIONS WITHIN THIS CLASS REQUIRE POSSESSION OF A VALID DRIVER LICENSE.
ATTENTION CANDIDATES
To be considered for a position with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services:
All fields in the Candidate Profile must be completed (an attached resume is not a substitution for the information required on the candidate profile).
Work history, duties and responsibilities, hours worked, supervisor, and formal education fields, etc. must be filled out to determine qualifications for this position.
Responses to Qualifying Questions must be verifiable in the Candidate Profile.
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services values
and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified
individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Occasional to moderate travel required.
Position may respond to emergencies, including natural disasters or other type incidents requiring travel, as needed.
JOB DUTIES:
Performs major and minor repairs on all types of equipment assigned to the Florida Forest Service. Repairs both gasoline and diesel powered equipment systems, such as cooling systems, fuel injection systems, carburetors, on crawler tractors, light, medium and heavy duty trucks, as well as other automotive and off-road type vehicles. Repairs power train, transmissions, clutches, brakes and suspension systems of all types of vehicles mentioned above.
Assists in development, implementation and constant review of the preventive maintenance program. This includes providing technical assistance to operators and supervisors to improve efficiency and quality. Responsible for the quality of all preventive maintenance services performed by operator and others while under the auspices of the shop.
Uses specialized tools and diagnostic equipment to diagnose drivability and performance problems of equipment assigned to the district. Uses welders, cutting torches and various other metal cutting and shaping equipment in the repair of steel and aluminum components.
Accurately prepares work orders for all work performed and follows up to completion for an accurate account of all parts, labor and materials used. Initiates, prepares and completes field purchase orders or p-card purchases for parts and supplies. Assists the supervisor ensuring all work performed by operators and others has an accurate work order prepared before completion.
Studies technical publications, specifications and manuals. Completes all training developed by division and deemed appropriate for position. Seeks self improvement through classes, seminars, etc. that are job related. Participates in the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification program as time and circumstances permit. Serves as mentor and teacher to less senior mechanics and operators.
Be prepared to perform all repairs in the field environment when situations dictate. Be willing and able to deploy to other areas for up to two weeks during extreme fire conditions, natural disasters and other situations deemed necessary by the Center Manager.
Responsible for the accountability of all tools, test equipment and parts used in the daily performance of duties. Responsibilities extend to include helping the supervisor account for tools, parts and supplies used by operators and others as much as possible.
Performs other related work as assigned.
The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida
Working for the State of Florida as an OPS employee is more than just a paycheck.
Participation in state group insurance (must meet eligibility requirements*);
Participation in the Florida Deferred Compensation Plan (457b). For additional details and online enrollment visit MyFloridaDeferredComp.com (https://www.myfloridacfo.com/DeferredComp/) ;
State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (tax deferred Retirement Savings Plan). For more information visit Social Security Alternative Plan (aigrs.com) (https://opsfl.aigrs.com/plan-details/social-security-alternative-plan) and read OPS Social Security Alternative Plan (Does not apply to previous FRS Retirees);
Flexible Spending Accounts; For a more benefits information, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com ;
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
*Seasonal and part-time OPS employees (less than 30 hours average per week) refer to People First at 877-562-7287 or go to: https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/health/eligibility_and_enrollment/ops_employees *
SPECIAL NOTES:
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
Location:
BRADENTON, FL, US, 33870 BRADENTON, FL, US, 34212 BRADENTON, FL, US, 34203 BRADENTON, FL, US, 34211 BRADENTON, FL, US, 34205 BRADENTON, FL, US, 34208
Nearest Major Market:Central Florida
Nearest Secondary Market:Sebring