Mechanic Trainee

Primary Location : United States of America-OHIO-Summit County-Akron
Work Locations : District 4 HQ 2088 South Arlington Street Akron 44306
Organization : Transportation - District 04
Classified Indicator : Unclassified
Bargaining Unit / Exempt : Bargaining Unit
Schedule : Part-time
Work Hours : 07:30 AM To 04:30 PM
Compensation : $19.00
Unposting Date : May 15, 2024, 10:59:00 PM
Primary Job Skill : Transportation
Technical Skills : Automotive
Professional Skills : Customer Focus, Teamwork
Agency Contact Name : District 4 Human Resources
Agency Contact Information : ODOT Mechanic Trainee (Seasonal/District 4 HQ Garage), PN ********
(240004JI) Job Duties ODOT Mechanic Trainee (Seasonal/District 4 Headquarters Garage), PN ******** Work Location: 2088 South Arlington Road, Akron, OH 44306 **This is an unclassified, temporary appointment, not to exceed 1000 hours** Who We Are: The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) oversees building and maintaining the nation's 5th largest interstate system and the 2nd largest number of bridges. We take pride in providing safe and efficient roadways for the people of Ohio and to the people traveling within our great state. And in order to achieve that, we do A LOT! From Planning, Engineering, Construction to Law, HR, Communications, IT and everything in between, ODOT has a career for just about everyone. ODOTers are hardworking, passionate, and dedicated to public service. We strive to achieve our agency's vision every day: To be a long term, reliable, professional, and highly productive organization.
We Support Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: ODOT values its diversity, and is committed to cultivating an inclusive and equitable work environment for all employees - one where differences are respected and celebrated. Our agency continues to build a workforce that champions the advancement of DEI principles and initiatives.
ODOT's Mission Statement: To provide a transportation system that is safe, accessible, well maintained, and positioned for the future.
What You Will Do: Receives training in performance of preventative maintenance and service on cars, trucks, and equipment Assists with performing minor repairs or other related mechanical work Who we are looking for: Motivated, hardworking mechanic Safety Driven A positive team player Honest, accountable, trustworthy, and respectful Benefits to you: -At least a 14% employer contribution into your OPERS pension plan
-Work/Life Balance
-The opportunity to work on an important mission
Official Position Description: Receives training to become proficient in automotive &/or equipment maintenance/repair & assists higher level mechanics in repair & replacement of major parts on cars, trucks &/or agency-identified equipment (i.e., see Page 1, Glossary, for identification of all types of equipment) &/or motorcycles; assists with performing routine service & maintenance (e.g., checks fluid levels &/or batteries; lubricates joints, hinges &/or latches; changes oil & replaces filters; replaces spark plugs; performs tire changes; services the cooling system; dispenses fuel &/or fluids as needed) & repairs & replaces minor worn out parts (e.g., hoses, fan belts & other replaceable components).

Assists with &/or services vehicles in field or on road (e.g., performs minor repairs &/or transports parts; cleans garage area; maintains records of service or maintenance performed; operates tow truck, dump truck &/or snowplow; washes vehicles or equipment/heavy equipment; pumps fuel); learns to service ODOT¿s Central Hydraulic System, snowplow lighting systems, salt spreading systems, heavy/heaviest equipment, snoopers, vactor jets, & Global Positioning System/Automatic Vehicle Locator (i.e., GPS/AVL) systems.


Checks fuel pump or stick readings to determine amount of fuel remaining in storage tanks & cleans & maintains fuel pumps & pumping area; records fuel output & computes remaining levels; receives fuel deliveries & completes forms; inventories supplies; orders, receives, measures & samples fuel &/or supplies; operates radio; mows & trims lawn; provides emergency service to vehicles; delivers or picks up vehicles; provides assistance, information & support to higher level mechanics & co-workers.


This Position is Unclassified per Section 124.11(A)(29).
Qualifications
Formal education in arithmetic that includes addition, subtraction, multiplication & division; 6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in automotive mechanics; valid commercial driver's license required if motor equipment is of type & size regulated by sections 4506.01 & 4506.12 of Ohio revised code.
Or equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications For Employment noted above, except for mandated licensure. Note: The final applicant accepted for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment, per section 3719.01 & 3719.41 of Ohio revised code.
Job Skills: Automotive Technical Skills: Automotive Job Skills: Teamwork; Customer Focus ADA Statement Ohio is a Disability Inclusion State and strives to be a model employer of individuals with disabilities. The State of Ohio is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws.
Drug-Free Workplace The State of Ohio is a drug free workplace which prohibits the use of marijuana (recreational marijuana/non-medical cannabis). Please note, this position may be subject to additional restrictions pursuant to the State of Ohio Drug-Free Workplace Policy (HR-39), and as outlined in the posting.

Knowledge of mechanics; safety practices associated with repair of vehicles &/or equipment/heavy equipment; addition, subtraction, multiplication, division. Skill in operating hand & power tools related to repair & maintenance of vehicles & equipment/heavy equipment. Ability to understand system of mechanical procedures; work independently on most tasks; recognize unusual or threatening conditions & take appropriate action; stand or bend continuously; lift &/or transport up to 50 lbs. of automotive parts or tires; use limbs/fingers easily to perform manual functions.

ALL ANSWERS TO THE SUPPLEMENTAL QUESTIONS MUST BE SUPPORTED BY THE WORK EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION PROVIDED ON YOUR CIVIL SERVICE APPLICATION. All bargaining unit and exempt new hires to ODOT must serve a one year probationary period.
This position is overtime eligible per FLSA Standards.
If this position is filled internally, the wage rate will be determined in accordance with the contract.
Valid Class A CDL without air brake restriction, with tanker endorsement must be obtained during probationary period & maintained thereafter.
This Position is Unclassified per Section 124.11(A)(29).
The final applicant accepted for this position will be required to submit to urinalysis prior to appointment to test for illegal drug use. Medical marijuana is prohibited as a valid medical explanation for a positive drug test. An applicant with a positive test result will not be offered employment, per section 3719.01 & 3719.41 of Ohio revised code.
All candidates applying for employment opportunities should be authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship for an employment visa is not currently available for positions with the Ohio Department of Transportation.
Background Check Information
The final candidate selected for this position will be required to undergo a criminal background check. Criminal convictions do not necessarily preclude an applicant from consideration for a position. An individual assessment of an applicant's prior criminal convictions will be made before excluding an applicant from consideration.