TAMA COUNTY MECHANIC JOB DESCRIPTION - Mechanic

Sep 13, 2026

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Tama County Mechanic job description outlines a non-exempt role reporting to the Shop Foreman. The position focuses on diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems across light and heavy-duty gasoline and diesel equipment used for highway construction and maintenance. Core expectations include physical capability, safe tool operation, field and shop work in adverse weather, and handling hazardous materials. Duties cover preventive maintenance, troubleshooting across many vehicle systems, recordkeeping, and performing related equipment tasks.

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TAMA COUNTY MECHANIC JOB DESCRIPTION Department: Secondary Roads Title: Mechanic Reports to: Shop Foreman FLSA: Non-exempt Date: 10/10/2023 Position Summary: Under the direction of the Shop Foreman, is responsible for diagnosing, repairing and maintaining a variety of mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems on light and heavyduty gasoline and diesel power driven highway construction and maintenance equipment. Essential functions: 􀁸 Must be able to lift 100 pounds. 􀁸 Must be able to climb, stoop, squat, kneel, walk, push, crouch, crawl, pull, reach, grasp, bend and stand. 􀁸 Must be able to safely use the various mechanics hand tools. 􀁸 Must be able to safely use the various electric, air, and hydraulic shop tools. 􀁸 Must posses Class A CDL with an air brake endorsement or ability to acquire same within six (6) months of employment 􀁸 Read, speak and understand English, including technical literature related to equipment and shop tools. Working Environment: The mechanic works primarily at the County Maintenance facility. While most work is performed inside the shop area, repairs are made in the field when necessary. Field work is performed during all types of weather and maybe on a work site with other hazards. The work requires significant mobility and agility to complete repairs. The work also requires contact with several corrosive solvents and cleaning solutions, hazardous substances such as battery acid, and the inhalation of exhaust. The position involves considerable physical activity with exposure to safety hazards normally associated with repair work accomplished on light and heavy-duty equipment. Duties: 􀁸 Perform skilled mechanic duties involving troubleshooting, diagnosing and repairing gasoline and diesel powered automotive, heavy and light construction and other power-driven equipment. 􀁸 Inspect, diagnose, repair and adjust a variety of systems on light and heavy equipment and vehicles including computer control systems, fuel injections systems, anti-lock brake systems, electrical systems, hydraulic systems, air conditioning systems, fuel management systems, transmissions, steering and suspension components, clutches and engine sensors, 􀁸 Perform preventive maintenance inspections on all departmental equipment, diagnose problems and determine extent of necessary repairs; perform routine preventive maintenance. 􀁸 Overhaul, repair and adjust engines, transmissions, clutches, differentials, carburetors, generators, distributors and pumps; fit and adjust bearings; install axles and wheels. 􀁸 Diagnose, maintain and repair electrical system components, ignition systems, alternators, high voltage power generators, starters and batteries. 􀁸 Diagnose and repair front and rear drive axles, drive train components, belts, gears and chain drives. 􀁸 Replace or repair faulty parts, including wheel bearings, clutches, oil seals, shock absorbers, exhaust systems, steering mechanisms and related parts and equipment. HumanResources/Jobs/JobDescription/Mechanic/10102023 􀁸 Tune up engines by replacing ignition parts, recondition and adjust carburetors, fuel injection systems and propane fuel systems; repair and maintain emission control systems. 􀁸 Repair, adjust and replace brake systems including wheel cylinders, master cylinders, disc pads, machine drums and rotors, and hydraulic and air brakes. 􀁸 Weld, fabricate and assemble parts and equipment for County equipment. 􀁸 Measures parts and assemblies using appropriate tools and compares measurements against specs or standards. 􀁸 Skilled use of all shop tools and equipment necessary to operate a complete county maintenance facility. 􀁸 Maintains accurate records of work performed, including records that are required to accurately reflect parts and supplies inventory, 􀁸 Installs various components such as truck bodies, lights, radios, mirrors and related parts; and repairs and replaces jacks, pumps, cylinders, chainsaws

FAQs

Who does the Mechanic role report to at Tama County?

The Mechanic reports to the Shop Foreman under the direction of that role.

What kinds of systems must the Mechanic diagnose and repair?

The job requires diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical systems on light and heavy-duty gasoline and diesel highway construction and maintenance equipment.

What education or experience is required for this position?

Graduation from high school or GED is required, along with completion of a recognized trade or vocational program in heavy equipment repair and/or ten years of experience in maintaining light and heavy-duty equipment.

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