Highway Mechanic

The Highway Mechanic is responsible for maintaining and repairing Freeborn County vehicles and heavy
equipment and ensuring equipment is properly maintained according to County, State and Federal regulations
and guidelines.

Duties and Responsibilities
- Performs repairs and maintenance on vehicles transmissions, brakes, hydraulic systems,
ignition systems, exhaust systems, drive train components and electrical operations
ensuring that all work is performed in compliance with Federal and State safety regulations.
- Prioritizes vehicle repairs and determines when outside contracting services are necessary
to perform repairs.
- Cuts, welds and fabricates metal alloys. Operates equipment such as cutting torches,
welders, plasma cutters, drill presses and metal lathes; determining the size and type of
materials necessary to perform repairs and identifying the type of joining process to use.
- Tests, analyzes and inspects repairs performed on County equipment by operating various
diagnostic equipment.
- Plans and implements preventive maintenance schedules.
- Assists in the preparation of bid specifications for additional or replacement equipment.
- Provides emergency field assistance to disabled equipment including determining the
urgency of the repair; coordinating the transportation of equipment to the repair shop; and
arranging for equipment replacements for field employees as necessary.
- Consults with vendors to ensure timely receipt of supplies and equipment including placing
orders, preparing purchase orders, resolving shipping and order receipt problems, and
informing vendors of any special supply needs or shipping requests.
- Places utility locate requests via the MN Gopher State one call system.
- Performs computer data entry.
- Available on-call outside of normal work schedule as needed.
- Attends training, educational and staff meetings as assigned.
- On call 24/7.

While these are the primary focus of the position, we believe strongly in teamwork and employees will be
called upon to perform a variety of duties as part of their role with the County.

Position Requirements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Knowledge of and skill in proper and safe maintenance and repair of heavy equipment and
internal combustion engines.
- Knowledge of maintenance of drive trains and cooling, hydraulic, electrical brake and fuel
systems.
- Knowledge of Freeborn County purchasing policies.
- Knowledge of metal joining techniques.
- Knowledge of State and Federal regulations pertaining to the safe operation and
maintenance of heavy equipment.
- Skill in using a wide variety of hand, power and mechanics tools.
- Skill in welding and operation of high-pressure boilers.
- Skill in conducting safety inspections.
- Familiarity with OSHA and relevant Department of Labor laws and requirements.
- Ability to read, understand and interpret a variety of instructions and work specifications
furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
- Ability to maintain accurate files and records.
- Ability to use computers and software.
- Ability to respond to calls for service outside of normal work schedule.
- Ability to perform a variety of typical assignments under limited supervision with general
autonomy in determining how objectives are achieved. Supervisor generally sets operating
benchmarks, goals and objectives within standard operating procedures.
- Ability to apply a variety of procedures and policies using moderate analytical ability in
adapting standard methods to fit facts and conditions, using generally prescribed procedures.
- Ability to communicate and maintain relationships with department staff, other departments,
contractors, vendors, etc. to relay detailed or technical information or facts.
Education and Experience
- High School diploma or GED
- Two years of specialized or technical training in electrical engineering, engine repair or
related field
- One to three years of relevant work experience
- Or equivalent combination of education, training and experience

Licenses/Certifications
This position will require the acquisition and maintenance of the following additional certificates/licenses,
depending on individual position assignments:
- Minnesota Commercial Driver’s License
- DOT Inspections Training
- MSHA Training
- Forklift Certification
- SafeAssure Training
- Road Safety Awareness Training

Equipment and Tools
- Office equipment and technology
- Continuous use of pickup truck, computer, IPAD, Phone, and radio                                                                                             - Intermittent use of all highway machinery and equipment
- Occasional use of service truck, crane, torch, welder, press, garage truck hoist, and overhead
crane in shop,

Physical and Mental Requirements
This job typically requires: sitting, standing, walking, crouching, feeling, manual dexterity, grasping,
talking, driving, lifting, hearing, typing, and seeing. This position is generally heavy duty and may require
the exertion up to 50 pounds of force and intermittently ability to lift, carry, push, pull and move objects
over 100 pounds. Exposure to chemicals.

The physical demands described here are representative to those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable
accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.

Working Conditions
Work is performed in a variety of environments including office, shop, vehicles and outdoors. May be
exposed to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, chemicals, oil,
extreme temperatures, intense noises, travel and work activities requiring constant precautions and safety
considerations.

The work environment characteristics described here are representative to those an
employee encounters while performing essential functions of this job. Reasonable
accommodations can be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions.

Competencies Common to All County Positions
- Develop, maintain a thorough working knowledge of, and comply with all departmental and
applicable County policies and procedures.
- Demonstration by personal example the spirit of service, excellence, and integrity expected
from all staff.
- Develop respectful and cooperative working relationships with co-workers, including willing
assistance to newer staff so job responsibilities can be performed with confidence as quickly
as possible.
- Confer regularly with and keep immediate supervisor informed of all important matters which
pertain to the applicable job functions and responsibilities.
-Represent Freeborn County in a professional manner to the public, outside contacts and
constituencies.

*****Completed applications along with cover letter and resume are due by 12:00 PM Friday, April 7th, 2023. Minimum starting salary $26.4226.