EQUIPMENT REPAIR TECHNICIAN

 

The Arizona Department of Corrections, Rehabilitation & Reentry (ADCRR) is searching for an analytical and enthusiastic Equipment Repair Technician to resolve vehicle performance, history, inspection, mechanical, and electronic components issues. This position is responsible for the equipment and facilities utilized to repair and maintain fleet vehicles assigned at the prison complex.

Job Duties:

• Participates in daily progress meetings with staff and inmates in regards to existing vehicle repair status and vehicles waiting to be repaired for preventive maintenance
• Determines what is needed for completion (i.e., parts, tools, repair data on failure)
• Analyzes needed work repairs
• Sets repair priorities and conducts vehicle inspections
• Determines all repair parts, supplies, and accessories needed and informs Equipment Shop Supervisor
• Maintains a complete inventory of parts, supplies, and tools
• Ensures accurate data entry into the department’s automated fleet management program Ron Turley Associates (RTA)
• Assists in daily Training of inmates by using the Automotive Society of Excellence (ASE) Study Guides per the Fleet 100 program
• Ensures that all tools, keys, buildings, and structures are under control and are secured and accounted for before leaving for the day
• Drives on State business
• Performs other duties appropriate to the assignment

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Power/drive train system inspections and diagnoses
• Repair procedures of electrical systems, inspections, and diagnoses
• Electrical/electronic controls
• Hydraulic system inspections
• Diagnosis, repair procedures, and operating principles of gasoline and diesel-fueled internal combustion engines
• Principles and practices of scheduled preventive maintenance programs
• Automotive/truck and heavy equipment operating procedures

Skill in:

• Using computerized diagnostic analyzer equipment to troubleshoot and repair electric, electronic, and mechanical systems
• Using a wide variety of specialized tools and equipment to service, repair, and maintain the automotive, truck, and heavy construction equipment
• Preparing accurate repair estimates and establishing the best and most effective course of repair action
• Using the repair, service, and overhaul manuals
• Performing quality control inspections
• Estimating time and material costs of repairs on equipment

Ability to:

• Lift/Carry up to 50lbs
• Push/Pull up to 50lbs
• Walk/Run up 0.50 miles
• Diagnose and resolve mechanical, electrical, and electronic hydraulic system problems
• Perform safety and preventive maintenance inspections
• Overhaul, repair, and service a wide variety of automotive and heavy construction equipment
• Follow and effectively communicate verbal and written instructions
• Prioritize, schedule, and track repairs and services for a large fleet operation
• Comprehend and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Work in a prison environment

Selective Preference(s):

• Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in at least two categories
• Possess Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS)-Air Conditioning Certification
• Five years of continuous working experience at a Journeyman level as an automotive or heavy equipment mechanic

Pre-Employment Requirements:

Requires possession of a valid driver’s license and a Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with a “P” endorsement within the first six months from the date of hire. Retention of said licenses and endorsements are required during the period of employment. Additional CDL endorsements may be required during the period of employment to the position’s assignment.

Within the first year from the hire date, this position would require the individual to obtain a DOT Brake Inspector Certification and DOT Commercial Vehicle Inspector Certification.

Employees who drive on state business are subject to driver’s license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records, and must complete any required driver training in accordance with Arizona Administrative Code R2-10-207.12.

Employment is contingent on the selected applicant passing a background investigation, drug test, and a medical/physical examination.

Benefits:

We offer an excellent and affordable comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees:

• Vacation and sick days with 10 paid holidays per year
• Robust and affordable insurance plan to include medical, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability options
• Exceptional retirement program
• Optional employee benefits such as deferred compensation plans, credit union membership, and a wellness program
• An incentivized commuter club and public transportation subsidy program

For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

Positions in this classification participate in the Corrections Officer Retirement Plan (CORP).

Current ADCRR Employees: Consult with your respective Human Resources Liaison if you are in a different retirement plan than the one indicated above.

Contact Us:

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting 602-255-2430.
Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation. Arizona State Government is an AA/EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.