<p>Job Responsibilities</p> <p>Performs preventative maintenance inspections, tune-ups, and repairs on all state equipment and vehicles, following the prescribed fluid levels, lubrication, fueling, and tire servicing policies, rules and regulations. Inspects vehicles/equipment for safety, checking the brake, exhaust system, etc. Diagnoses, repairs, or replaces parts, as necessary, to maintain all automotive gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, brakes, filters, exhaust systems, hydraulic systems, pumps, timing belts, controls, cooling systems, and other components of all state equipment and vehicles. Performs electric welding or gas welding and fabrication, as needed, for repairs to various equipment and for making modifications and upgrades to equipment to improve the production utilizations. Assists in auto/truck body repairs when necessary. Uses computerized test equipment such as diesel laptops and handheld scanning tools to diagnose, repair, or replace parts, as necessary, on gasoline and diesel vehicles and equipment. Operates and performs testing in order to diagnose problems with various on-board computer systems. Reads and interprets the technical parts manual and service bulletins. Reports major servicing problems to the Shop Foreman. Performs work on electrical systems, including repair or replacement of alternators, starters, DMI, equipment exterior lighting, wiring repairs, and other components. Performs maintenance and repairs on small engine equipment such as lawn mowers, chain saws, pole saws, edgers, trimmers, pressure washers, blowers, compressors, generators, etc. Maintains a safe, orderly, and clean shop work area and ensures all work is done within OSHA and DHEC compliance. Ensures that all hazardous waste and materials are properly stored and/or disposed of per DHEC regulations, ensuring all containers are properly labeled. Efficiently and promptly addresses any discrepancies noted in Shop Yard Reviews. Repairs vehicles during service calls that require repair in the field before movement and assists in shop operations during after hour emergencies and inclement weather operations; may include being available for extended hours or 12-hour shifts. Operates both anti-icing and removal equipment during snow and ice response on highways and bridges, if needed. Performs other related duties as assigned.</p> <p>Minimum and Additional Requirements</p> <p>One and one-half (1.5) years of work experience that involved the independent performance of job duties directly related to the area of employment; or an approved acceptable equivalence. Completion of one (1) academic year of a South Carolina High School Automotive Technology or Diesel Engine curriculum may substitute for six (6) months of directly-related experience. Necessary Special Requirement: A valid motor vehicle operator's license is required. Requires attainment of a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of placement in the position.</p> <p>The physical demands for the essential functions involves bending, stooping, reaching, twisting, climbing, balancing, kneeling, pushing, pulling, grasping and physically manipulate objects of varying size, shape, weight, and material. grasping .This position requires working in a large garage setting and may perform duties in an uncomfortable position for long periods of time. Frequently exposed to outside environment in all weather conditions, noise, and oil or grease on a daily basis.</p> <p>Additional Comments</p> <p>A RESUME MAY BE INCLUDED BUT NOT SUBSTITUTED FOR COMPLETING THE ENTIRE APPLICATION. RESUMES ARE NOT REVIEWED TO DETERMINE IF AN APPLICANT MEETS REQUIREMENTS OF POSITION. SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS ARE CONSIDERED PART OF THE APPLICATION AND MUST BE COMPLETED.</p> <p>The South Carolina Department of Transportation is committed to a diverse workforce and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information.</p>