Job Details

Meter Technician 1

Position Number: 7103334
Location: Cayce, SC
Position Type: Other Administrative Positions

The purpose of the class is to provide minor mechanical repairs to the City's vehicles. The class is responsible for repairing brakes and tires, water and fuel pumps, and performing other minor automotive service. Under direct supervision, performs entry-level skilled tasks in the maintenance services as necessary.

Position Responsibilities - Essential
This list of tasks is illustrative ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by positions in this class. It does not imply that all positions within the class perform all of the duties listed, nor does it necessarily list all possible duties that may be assigned.

Maintains all Public Safety vehicles and/or utilities, parks, and sanitation vehicles as assigned; performs efficient service and/or repair ensuring consistency of operations; may assist with maintenance work on other City vehicles as needed.

Inspects tires for punctures and thread depth; balances and repairs tires; services brakes, water and fuel pumps, and starters; performs tune-ups on, overhauls, repairs or replaces automotive parts and equipment; maintains tire inventory.

Performs general overhaul and repair of all types of gasoline and diesel engines; completes such tasks as replacing pistons, valves, piston rings, bearings and crank shafts, serving standard transmissions, etc.

Operates several types of equipment, including but not limited to a forklift, specialized mechanic's tools, car lift, air compressor, carne, mobile radio, welding torch and paint gun, electric and mig welder, etc.

Performs general preventative maintenance on automotive equipment such as checking fluid levels, tire pressure, etc.; ensures that same are kept clean and in proper operating condition.

Performs a variety of small electrical repairs; may perform repair, painting and detailing of body work as
necessary; may perform repairs to and/or services to all truck and automobile tires including multi-rims.

Responds to all field service calls performing repair work as necessary.

Maintains a clean shop and surrounding area at all times observing safety rules and precautions; cleans equipment and shop area.

Completes work order requests assigned by supervisor

Position Responsibilities - Non-Essential/Other
Other duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Experience

Requires 1-2 years' experience in automotive mechanics and diagnostic skills or a related area or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.

Requires high school or GED or specialized vocational training.

Must possess a valid South Carolina class 1 driver's license with a good driving record.

PEOPLE INVOLVEMENT:
Requires persuading or influencing others in favor of a service, point of view, or course of action; may enforce laws, rules, regulations or ordinances.

INVOLVEMENT WITH THINGS:
Requires handling or using machines, tools or equipment requiring moderate instruction and experience such as laboratory testing equipment.

Beneficial Skills and Experience
DATA INVOLVEMENT:
Requires comparing or inspecting items against a standard.

PEOPLE INVOLVEMENT:
Requires speaking to people to convey or exchange information of a general nature.

INVOLVEMENT WITH THINGS:
Requires repairing machinery that requires extended training and experience such as automobiles and trucks.

Mental & Physical Demands - ADA Guidelines

Physical Demands

Sit - Constantly

Walk - Constantly

Stand - Constantly

Handling - Constantly

Reach Outward - Constantly

Reach Above Shoulder - Constantly

Climb - Constantly

Crawl - Constantly

Squat or Kneel - Constantly

Bend - Constantly

Lifting Requirements

10 pounds or less - Constantly

11-20 pounds - Constantly

21-50 pounds - Constantly

51-100 pounds - Frequently

>100 pounds - Occasionally

Pushing and Pulling Requirements

12 pounds or less - Constantly

13 to 25 pounds -Constantly

26 to 40 pounds - Constantly

41 to 100 pounds - Frequently

> than 100 pounds - Occasionally

Definitions

N/A Not Applicable Activity is not applicable to this occupation

O Occasionally Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs/day)

F Frequently Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day)

C Constantly Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day)

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS:
The job may risk exposure to bright/dim light, dusts and pollen, extreme heat and/or cold, wet or humid conditions, extreme noise levels, vibration, fumes and/or noxious odors, traffic, moving machinery, electrical shock, heights, toxic/caustic chemicals, confined spaces.

SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
The job requires normal visual acuity, depth perception, and field of vision, hearing, speaking, and color perception.

To apply, visit: https://caycesc.gov/employment.php