Job Specification
MECHANIC DIESEL
DEFINITION:
Under direction, performs varied tasks involved in the maintenance
and repair of diesel engines in motor vehicles and/or automotive
construction equipment; does other related duties as required.
NOTE: The examples of work for this title are for illustrative
purposes only. A particular position using this title may not
perform all duties listed in this job specification. Conversely,
all duties performed on the job may not be listed.
EXAMPLES OF WORK
Repairs and maintains diesel engines using hand tools, precision
measuring instruments, and machines common to the trade.
Diagnoses trouble, disassembles engines, and examines parts
for defects and excessive wear.
Reconditions and replaces parts such as pistons, bearings,
gears, valves, and bushings, and using engine lathes, boring
machines, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments.
May weld and cut parts using arc welding and flame cutting
equipment.
May repair and maintain gasoline engines.
May perform a variety of mechanical tasks involved in the
repair and maintenance of motor vehicles and/or construction
equipment.
May test drive motor vehicles and/or construction equipment
on public streets.
Will be required to learn to utilize various types of electronic
and/or manual recording and information systems used by
the agency, office, or related units.
REQUIREMENTS
TRAINING
Successful completion of one (1) year of training in diesel
engine repair at an accredited community college or vocational
school.
EXPERIENCE
Two (2) years of experience in the installation, maintenance,
and repair of diesel engines.
NOTE: Applicants who do not possess the required year
of formal training may substitute one (1) additional year of
experience as outlined above.
NOTE: Possession of a certificate as a diesel mechanic
issued by the National Institute for Automotive Service
Excellence may be substituted for one (1) year of formal
training.
LICENSE:
Appointees will be required to possess a valid New Jersey
driver's license.
NOTE: Appointees may be required to possess a valid
Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and applicable endorsements
for the class and type of vehicle being operated.
NOTE: The responsibility for ensuring that employees possess
the required motor vehicle license, commensurate with the
class and type of vehicles they operate, rests with the
Appointing Authority.
In accordance with Federal regulation 82:40, appointees
responsible for the repair or servicing of motor vehicle air
conditioners are required to possess and maintain a valid
certification as an Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Technician, commensurate with the type of equipment
serviced, issued by the Federal Environmental Protection
Agency.
In accordance with N.J.A.C. 13:20-46.8, appointees responsible
for performing the emissions inspections on diesel-powered
vehicles will be required to successfully complete a course of
Instruction on Diesel Emission Inspection provided through the
Appointing Authority. Appointees may be required to successfully
complete re-training.
In accordance with the New Jersey Occupational Safety and
Health Administration regulation 29 CFR 1910.178(l) (1),
appointees responsible for the operation of industrial trucks
(powered forklifts) will be required to obtain and maintain a
current certification as a Powered Industrial Truck Operator
issued by the New Jersey Occupational Safety and Health
Administration. Appointees may be required to successfully
complete re-training.
In accordance with N.J.A.C. 13:20-45.16, appointees responsible
for performing emissions repairs to gasoline-fueled vehicles
will be required to successfully complete the Emissions Technical
Educational Program, and maintain a current certification as an
Emissions Repairer Technician.
In accordance with N.J.A.C. 13:20-43.17, appointees responsible
for performing inspections to motor vehicles will be required to
successfully complete the training and maintain a current
certification as a Motor Vehicle Inspector.
Appointees responsible for repairing or servicing motor
vehicles equipped for alternate fuel will be required to
successfully complete training and obtain an Alternate Fuel
Certification. Appointees who possess an ASE Certification
in Alternate Fuel are considered to have met this requirement.
Appointees responsible for repair and servicing of suspension/
steering systems are required to possess and maintain
an Automobile Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in
Suspension and Steering.
Appointees responsible for repair and servicing of brakes are
required to possess and maintain a valid Automotive Service
Excellence (ASE) Certification in Brake Repairs.
Appointees may also be required to obtain ASE certifications
in Engine Repair A-1 and Engineer Performance A-8.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of diesel motors and equipment and their operation.
Knowledge of causes for motor failure, and the steps necessary
to correct the condition.
Ability to obtain, store, record, safeguard, and properly use
equipment, materials, and supplies.
Ability to keep records.
Ability to analyze mechanical problems, organize assigned
work, and develop effective work methods.
Ability to do mechanical work.
Ability to learn to utilize various types of electronic and/or
manual recording and information systems used by the
agency, office, or related units.
Ability to read, write, speak, understand, or communicate in
English sufficiently to perform the duties of this position.
American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered
as acceptable forms of communication.
Persons with mental or physical disabilities are eligible as
long as they can perform the essential functions of the job
with or without reasonable accommodation. If the
accommodation cannot be made because it would cause
the employer undue hardship, such persons may not be
eligible.
This job specification is applicable to the following title code: | | Job
Spec
Code | Variant | State,
Local or
Common | Class of
Service | Work
Week | State
Class
Code | Local
Class
Code | Salary
Range | Note | | 02440 | | L | C | | N/A | 15 | | - |
This job specification is for local government use only.
Salary range is only applicable to state government.
Local salaries are established by individual local jurisdictions.
9/21/2018 |
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