Hampton County is seeking an experienced Diesel Mechanic to maintain and repair County-owned vehicles and equipment, including heavy-duty and light-duty trucks, emergency vehicles, heavy equipment, and small engines.
Key Responsibilities
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Diagnose, service, and repair gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment
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Maintain fire apparatus, police vehicles, ambulances, graders, tractors, backhoes, generators, pumps, and small engines
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Perform preventive maintenance (oil changes, fluids, filters, lubrication, inspections)
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Repair engines, brakes, hydraulics, transmissions, electrical and emission systems
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Rebuild fire apparatus pumps and related equipment
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Perform welding, fabrication, plumbing, and electrical work as needed
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Maintain accurate maintenance and repair records
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Respond to after-hours and weekend on-call repairs
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Interact with County staff, firefighters, vendors, and the public
Minimum Qualifications
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High School Diploma or GED
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Minimum 3 years of experience repairing gasoline and diesel engines (or equivalent experience)
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Strong mechanical, electrical, and diagnostic skills
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South Carolina Driver's License is required (mechanic certifications a plus).
Physical Requirements
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Ability to lift up to 100 lbs and perform physically demanding work
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Ability to stand, kneel, climb, and work with hand and power tools
Equal Opportunity Employer
Hampton County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and provides reasonable accommodations under the ADA.
