ABOUT COLUMBIA COUNTY

Columbia County is one of Florida’s best-kept secrets, with pockets of quiet and peaceful springs. Columbia County is the home of Florida’s Springlands, with multiple natural springs, lakes, rivers, and nine beautiful state parks. In 2022, the US Census Bureau QuickFacts estimated Columbia County has a population of 72,000 residents. Columbia County is a southeast sports destination and hosts multiple tournaments and camps. Columbia County requires a diverse and dedicated workforce to provide services for Columbia County residents to live and work and for the visitors who experience our piece of the Florida playground. Consider applying for a position with us today.

JOB DESCRIPTION

This position performs skilled mechanical work in the maintenance and servicing of automotive, construction and maintenance equipment. Work in this position includes both gasoline and diesel fueled apparatus. The employee in this position makes minor repairs and performs service work on vehicles, tractors, bulldozers, road motor graders, and a wide variety of other construction and maintenance equipment. The majority of the essential functions are performed in the field rather than in the repair shop.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

Minimum Experience: High School education or G.E.D. preferred and two years’ experience in maintenance and servicing of equipment, or an equivalent combination of training and experience

PROFESSIONAL LICENSES/MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS

Possession of a valid Florida CDL Class B Driver’s License with hazard material and tanker endorsements required.

SALARY: $20.01 per hour plus benefits

DEADLINE FOR RECEIVING APPLICATIONS: 09/17/2024

Each applicant is required to submit a complete County Application for Employment. Applications are available on-line

www.columbiacountyfla.com/Jobs.asp . Successful applicant must be able to pass a pre-employment medical exam, physical agilities, criminal history background check, driver’s license check and drug screening. Applications can be emailed to:

hr@columbiacountyfla.com or by mail, FedEx, or UPS to:

HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICE

COLUMBIA COUNTY BOARD OF COUNTY COMMISSIONERS

POST OFFICE BOX 1529

LAKE CITY, FLORIDA 32056-1529

(386) 758-3351; TDD (386) 758-2139

An AA/EEO/ADA/VP Employer

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

 Considerable knowledge of the methods, materials, tools and standard practices of the automotive mechanic trade.

 Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the job.

 Knowledge of operation and repair characteristics of a wide variety of construction equipment and similar machinery.

 Ability to diagnose problems in automotive and other public works equipment.

 Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.

 Skill in the use of tools, machines and testing instruments used by a mechanic.

 Ability to take a teamwork approach to the job by cooperating with others, offering to help others when needed and considering large organization or team goals rather than individual concerns.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Operates or drives a fuel service truck; performs minor repairs on light and heavy equipment; services vehicles and equipment to include changing oil and filters, hydraulic oil, ties and antifreeze; fueling equipment; greasing and lubing equipment; replacing batteries, worn belts, hoses and grader blades. Prepares daily records and reports on work accomplished. Must be able to visually identify hazards to safe operation of problem areas and report or correct them. Work is performed independently in accordance with definite instructions from a supervisor who reviews work through observation for compliance with work schedules and instructions. Position requires oral and written communications

NON -ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Performs other task as assigned.

[These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.]

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Responsible for the satisfactory and safe operation of vehicles and equipment under all types of weather conditions on paved and dirt roads. Ability to perform physical work related to the position. Majority of tasks are performed outdoors and very frequently in extreme weather conditions. Subjected to insects, noxious fumes and constant noise.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS/DEMANDS

Must be able to lift a minimum of fifty (50) pounds. Position requires oral and written communications; involves adequate eyesight and hearing to safely perform these functions. This position requires climbing, pushing, pulling reaching overhead, bending, kneeling and crawling. These functions require use of both hands simultaneously while in various positions of walking, standing, stooping and sitting while performing essential duties.

NOTE: The physical demands described above are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodations.