EQUIPMENT SERVICE WORKER

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

The Equipment Service Worker performs preventative maintenance tasks and work of routine difficulty in

servicing vehicles and/or heavy-duty equipment. Duties include responding to field service calls, servicing and

performing minor repairs to automotive and other motorized equipment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

 Schedule and perform oil changes; lubricate automotive equipment and replacement parts (i.e., bearings,

sprockets, chains, gears, pulleys, hoses, etc.).

 Inspect and change fuel, oil, transmission fluid, and water levels to ensure all fluids are maintained at proper

levels; replace lubricant, hydraulic fluids, coolant fluids, and air filters at proper intervals.

 Facilitate and maintain a preventative maintenance schedule.

 Maintain inventory of parts and supplies on-hand and recommend purchase of new parts and supplies.

 Repair, replace, balance, and service a variety of tires and tubes; check and maintain proper wheel balance;

conduct performance tests and document results.

 Maintain accurate service and stock records; prepare written reports of work activities and other work-related

records.

 May assist mechanic with routine repairs, i.e. diagnosing, repairing and overhauling.

 Perform other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY:

 Knowledge of standard tools, materials, methods, and practices used in tire maintenance/ repair and

automotive and other motorized equipment service and repair.

 Knowledge of hazards and safety precautions associated with the service and repair of vehicles and equipment,

including lifting of heavy items and use/handling of lubricants.

 Knowledge of manual and powered lubrication equipment.

 Skill in the operation and proper care of tools, materials, and equipment used in routine mechanical and

automotive service and repair.

 Ability to repair and service a variety of vehicle problems and perform mechanical tasks.