Heavy Duty Fleet Mechanic
Company: University of California Santa Cruz
Location: San Jose
Posted on: March 17, 2023
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Job Description:
Heavy Duty Fleet Mechanic
ABOUT UC SANTA CRUZ
UC Santa Cruz is a public university like no other in California,
combining the experience of a small, liberal arts college with the
depth and rigor of a major research university. It's known as an
unconventional place where innovation and experimentation is part
of the campus's DNA. That playful, bold spirit still thrives today,
all on a campus renowned as among the most beautiful in the
world.
DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW
Physical Planning, Development & Operations (PPDO) manages and
oversees all University activities and services related to physical
and environmental planning, design and construction, engineering,
physical plant maintenance and operations, capital planning and
space management, and the associated business services necessary to
support these functions. The University s main campus is spread
across more than 2,000 acres and includes over 500 buildings
comprising more than 8 million square feet. The department includes
operating budgets of over $48 million, manages a capital project
portfolio of approximately $500 million, and employs nearly 300
full time staff to carry forth the duties necessary for the campus
development and operation.
JOB SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Fleet Services Technical Staff
Supervisor the incumbents must be able to perform operational level
heavy duty vehicular and equipment maintenance and repair duties.
The Heavy Duty Equipment Technician will inspect, maintain, repair,
diagnose, adjust and replace mechanical and electrical components
on University-owned vehicles and equipment. Vehicles and equipment
maintained includes but is not limited to passenger sedans, light
duty trucks, vans (both passenger and cargo), medium duty and heavy
duty trucks, fire and police vehicles, passenger transport buses,
tractors and landscape maintenance equipment, street sweepers,
standby generators (1-kw to 150-kw) and other vehicles and
equipment used in the day to day operations of the University.
Systems and sub-systems maintained and repaired include but are not
limited to the following: engine, transmission, ignition, fuel
delivery, charging and starting, exhaust, electrical, drive-train,
braking systems (both hydraulic and air actuated), air comfort,
steering, suspension and hydraulic systems. The incumbent will also
perform fabrication and welding duties, operate and maintain shop
tools and equipment and document work performed. Further duties
include TIG, MIG, Arc, and Fuel/Gas welding, cutting, burning, and
sheering of various metals including but not limited to steel,
aluminum, stainless steel, and cast aluminum.
APPOINTMENT INFORMATION
Budgeted Salary: $31.94 - $41.49/hourly . Salary commensurate with
skills, qualifications and experience.
Under California law, the University of California, Santa Cruz is
required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range
for this role and should not offer a salary above the posted range.
The salary shown above is the budgeted range the University
reasonably expects to pay.
No. of Positions: 1
Benefits Level Eligibility: Full benefits
Schedule Information:
Job End Date: None
Work Location: UC Santa Cruz Main Campus
Union Representation: SX, Service
Job Code Classification: HVY DUTY EQUIP TCHN (008476)
Travel: Up to 25% of the time
JOB DUTIES
65% - Maintenance/Repair/Metal Fabrication
Perform or assist other Heavy Duty Equipment Technicians and
Automotive Technician Assistant in major repair and maintenance of
automotive and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment, including major
system overhauls. Maintain and repair emission control systems to
ensure conformity to all local, state and Federal emission
regulations. Perform maintenance and repair to vehicles and
equipment operating on gasoline, diesel motor fuel, propane,
compressed natural gas and electric powered vehicles and equipment.
Read and interpret basic blueprints and execute metal fabrication
projects as directed.
15% - Diagnostic
Inspect automotive and heavy equipment to determine corrective
action necessary, perform drivability diagnosis of
computer-controlled systems, and perform repairs in the most cost
efficient manner possible.
10% - Equipment Operation
Operate vehicles and equipment during the course of maintenance and
repair. Utilize engine analyzers, emission analyzers, operate shop
tools and equipment, operate welding and fabrication equipment and
perform other related duties as needed.
10% - Record Keeping
Prepare maintenance and repair records, prepare work orders that
accurately reflect time and materials used in the course of
repairs.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
All UCSC employees must understand and follow job safety
procedures, attend required health and safety training, proactively
promote safety at work, and promptly report actual and potential
accidents and injuries.
HOW TO APPLY
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EEO/AA
The University of California is an Equal Employment
Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants
will receive consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability . click apply for full job details
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