Mechanic

Salary : $45,032.00 - $60,465.60 Annually

Location : Huntsville, AL

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 2024-00001

Department : Motor & Equipment

Opening Date : 01 / 09 / 2024

Hiring Manager : Ray Boles

Hiring Manager Contact Information : wboles@madisoncountyal.gov

Position Overview

Under general direction, performs skill work of the journeyman leveling the maintenance and repair of all types of automotive and other gasoline-powered equipment.

May require some repair of diesel-powered equipment. Employee may work independently of any technical supervision while making on-the-road repairs.

Oral and written instructions are received as to the nature of the work to perform. The employee uses independent judgment as to the best method of repair.

Work is checked and / or tested upon completion.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

All duties listed may not be included in any one position, nor does the list include all tasks found in a position of this class.)

• Drive a truck with the necessary tool and equipment to the location of the damaged tire or vehicle.
• Mount and dismount tires.
• Repair and / or replaced tires damaged with new ones.
• Perform repairs on trucks, automobiles, mowers, and some pieces of heavy equipment.
• Repair and adjust brakes, repair and install fuel pumps and injectors, replace springs and shock absorbers, and change tires and grease equipment.
• Overhaul automobiles and trucks which includes repairing and installing wiring systems, wheel systems, brake systems, transmissions, clutch assemblies, differentials, dumping mechanisms, and any other defective parts.

Education, Experience, and Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Any combination of training and experience is equivalent to Graduation from standard senior high school.
• Two years of experience in the automotive field.

Other Requirements

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform heavy lifting up to 150lbs and to work in awkward positions.
• Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Employee may be subject to extreme temperatures, adverse weather conditions, and high noise levels.

Work is performed around machinery and equipment and risks exposure to traffic hazards, noise extremes, wetness, humidity, heights, fumes, dust, odors, solvents, grease / oil, skin irritants, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibrations.

Certifications or Licenses Required

• Must hold a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (or obtain within six months of employment), and be insurable by the Madison County Commission's risk underwriters.
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) will be obtained and reviewed annually.
• Must be able to pass a DOT Commercial Driver's physical and drug screen.
• Must be registered for the FMCSA DOT Clearinghouse if you have a CDL License.

To be considered for this position, all applicants must complete the employment application in full.

Madison County is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer that encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Madison County is a drug-free workplace and conducts drug and alcohol testing.

A comprehensive set of benefits is offered for all full-time employees. No benefits are offered to part-time or seasonal employees.

Please consult with the Human Resources Department for a full list of benefits.

Madison County periodically reviews and when fiscally able, adjusts salary rates and our benefits package to remain competitive in our area.

Benefits Summary

Healthcare Insurance : Blue Cross of Alabama is administered through the Local Government Health Insurance Plan (LGHIP).

Coverage Type Employee's Premium County's Contribution

Single Coverage Bi-weekly Premium $ 61.00 $ 243.00

Family Coverage Bi-weekly Premium $ 148.50 $ 593.00

Dental Coverage : Dental coverage is included with LGHIP through Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama. LGHIP manages dental costs and provides enhanced dental benefits using negotiated discounts with in-network dentists.

To locate in-network dentists go to www.bcbsal.com. Assuming the services are covered you will normally only be responsible for out of pocket.

Life Insurance : Madison County provides $25,000 in life, $25,000 in accidental death and dismemberment and $25,000 line of duty insurance to eligible employees in certified positions.

Employee Retirement Plans : Employees are required to participate in the Employees Retirement System, which is a Defined Benefit Plan administered through the Retirement Systems of Alabama (RSA).

Employer contribution percentage is set by the Retirement Systems of Alabama and changes annually.

Employee Clinic : Madison County employees and dependents over age 12 may use the Employee Health Clinic for the low co-pay of $15.

00 per visit. To be eligible to use the clinic, the employee and dependent must be enrolled in Madison County's health insurance plan as their primary coverage.

Voluntary Plans are also available :

• Additional life Insurance for employee and dependents
• Flexible spending accounts (healthcare and childcare)
• Vision Insurance
• College Counts

Holidays, Annual Leave and Sick Leave :

• Minimum of 10 holidays per calendar year
• Accrue 8 hours of annual leave and 8 hours of sick leave per month

Last updated : 2024-03-06