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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda - 01-18-2001-8dORANGE COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS ACTION AGENDA ITEM ABSTRACT Meeting Date: January 18, 2001 Action Agenda Item No. & SUBJECT: Classification Plan Amendment - Heavy Equipment Mechanic DEPARTMENT: Solid Waste PUBLIC HEARING: (Y/N) No ATTACHMENT(S): Class Specifications - Heavy Equipment Mechanic I - Heavy Equipment Mechanic II INFORMATION CONTACT: Gayle Wilson, Solid Waste Management Director, 968-2788 Elaine Holmes, Personnel Director Extension 2550 TELEPHONE NUMBERS: Hillsborough Chapel Hill Durham Mebane 732-8181 968-4501 688-7331 336-227-2031 PURPOSE: To consider amending the Orange County Classification and Pay Plan by: • Establishing a new class of Heavy Equipment Mechanic I at Salary Grade 64. Salary Grade 64 has a hiring range of $25,898 to $31,478. • Establishing a new class of Heavy Equipment Mechanic II at Salary Grade 65. Salary Grade 65 has a hiring range of $27,192 to $33,052. BACKGROUND: The Solid Waste Department has two Automotive Mechanic positions that are primarily responsible for the maintenance and repair of heavy construction equipment at the Landfill. One of the positions currently is vacant and previous recruitment has been unsuccessful. Prior to opening recruitment for a second time, the Solid Waste Management Director requested that Personnel complete a current classification and pay study of both Automotive Mechanic positions. The Solid Waste Department has experienced difficulty in attracting qualified candidates for the vacant Automotive Mechanic position. The class title of "Automotive Mechanic" has attracted applicants that are experienced in the repair of automotive equipment but not those with knowledge and expertise in repairing heavy construction equipment. While the mechanics do maintain and repair a small fleet of automotive equipment, the primary focus is on the repair of heavy construction equipment. Heavy construction equipment at the Landfill consists of bulldozers, earth moving pans, landfill compactors, track hoes, wheel loaders, farm tractors, road graders, garbage trucks, recycling flat bed trucks, and the like. Although the repair of automotive equipment is similar to the repair of heavy construction equipment, a different set of skills are needed to maintain and repair heavy construction equipment. For example: • With both automotive and heavy equipment, the mechanic diagnoses the mechanical and electrical component of a piece of equipment, but with heavy equipment the Mechanic must be experienced in working with the hydraulic controls on each piece of equipment, including hydraulic pumps. • With heavy equipment, the mechanic must be familiar with multiple engines and transmissions which must work in conjunction with each other; external drive systems; specialized steering controls; specialized loading and unloading procedures with electronic controls; and specialized propulsion systems, such as cleated and non-cleated tracks. • The cost of heavy equipment parts is extremely high due to the extra weight and strength that is needed to build them. Therefore, an error on replacement of a good part can cost hundreds to thousands of dollars each. • While repairing heavy equipment, the mechanic spends about 75 percent of time repairing equipment outside in conditions that are unpleasant or hazardous due to the fact that heavy equipment cannot be towed to a garage when it breaks down. Personnel has completed the classification review. Based on the classification study, Personnel is recommending that the; • Existing vacant position be reclassified from Automotive Mechanic at Salary Grade 64 to a new class of Heavy Equipment Mechanic I, still at Salary Grade 64 to recognize the fact that the position is primarily responsible for the repair of heavy construction equipment. Existing filled Automotive Mechanic position be reclassified from Automotive Mechanic at Salary Grade 64 to Heavy Equipment Mechanic II, at Salary Grade 65 to recognize a higher level of duties and responsibilities. That position oversees the maintenance and repair of all equipment, including serving as Leadworker to the other Mechanic, as well as continuing to provide guidance and training to Landfill Equipment Operators, and perform administrative, purchasing and budgetary tasks. FINANCIAL IMPACT: Funds to implement the results of the classification and pay study are available within the approved budget for 2000-01. RECOMMENDATION(S): The Manager recommends that the Board amend the Classification and Pay Plan by: Establishing the new class of Heavy Equipment Mechanic I at Salary Grade 64. • Establishing the new class of Heavy Equipment Mechanic 11 at Salary Grade 65. Attachment 1 C4105-1/01 HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC I GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK: Performs difficult semiskilled and skilled work maintaining and repairing a variety of automotive and heavy construction equipment; does related work as required. Work is performed under regular supervision. TYPICAL TASKS: Maintains and repairs a variety of automotive and heavy construction equipment and other support equipment with engines and motors on them; Performs detailed preventive maintenance on all vehicles and equipment; Works with the established maintenance schedule for each piece of equipment; Diagnoses the mechanical, electrical and hydraulic component of any breakdown on all equipment which may include reviewing flow charts, schematics, manuals, etc. Performs mechanical repairs which may include engine, transmission, front and rear differential, brakes, final drives, hydraulic pumps, motors, starters, electrical problems, fabrication, etc.; Repairs the recycling pad's electrical and mechanical equipment when needed; Responds to road call repairs when vehicle breaks down away from the landfill; Completes work orders and enters information into computer; Performs related tasks as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: General knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used in the repair of heavy equipment; general knowledge and skill in the use and operation of shop tools and machinery; ability to diagnose defects in drive trains, air conditioning systems, electrical, hydraulic, and other major components of heavy equipment; ability to interpret work from sketches, diagrams, and installation and repair charts; ability to understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and outside vendors; ability to work safely in all types of situations and hazardous conditions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school and at least 2 years experience repairing heavy construction equipment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina. Must obtain a CDL class B license within 60 days of employment. Must possess certification in freon handling. Attachment 2 4 C4107-1/01 HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC II GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK: Performs difficult skilled work maintaining and repairing a variety of automotive and heavy construction equipment and responsible administrative work providing guidance and training to subordinates, as well as other purchasing, personnel, and budgetary functions; does related work as required. Work is performed under general supervision. TYPICAL TASKS: Serves as leadworker to lower level Mechanic, including training, scheduling and prioritizing work. Trains Equipment Operators on the usage, maintenance and care of all equipment;. Maintains and repairs a variety of automotive and heavy construction equipment and other support equipment with engines and motors on them; Completes work orders and enters information into computer; Uses reports generated from computer to prepare expenditures and budget projections; Coordinates with Purchasing on bid sheets, specifications, invoices for new equipment and purchase order balances; Performs detailed preventive maintenance on all vehicles and equipment; Sets up maintenance schedules for each piece of equipment; Diagnoses the mechanical, electrical and hydraulic component of any breakdown on all equipment which may include reviewing flow charts, schematics, manuals, etc. Performs mechanical repairs which may include engine, transmission, front and rear differential, brakes, final drives, hydraulic pumps, motors, starters, electrical problems, fabrication, etc.; Repairs the recycling pad's electrical and mechanical equipment when needed; Responds to road call repairs when vehicle breaks down away from the landfill; Ensures that maintenance facility is clean and safe at all times; Performs related tasks as required. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES: Thorough knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment used in the repair of heavy equipment; thorough knowledge and skill in the use and operation of shop tools and machinery; ability to diagnose defects in drive trains, air conditioning systems, electrical, hydraulic, and other major components of heavy equipment; ability to interpret work from sketches, diagrams, and installation and repair charts; ability to train and guide subordinates; ability to understand and follow instructions in both oral and written form; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates and outside vendors; ability to work safely in all types of situations and hazardous conditions. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: Any combination of education and experience equivalent to graduation from high school supplemented by vocational/technical training in mechanical repair or related field and two years experience repairing heavy construction equipment or graduation from high school and at least 4 years experience repairing heavy construction equipment. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid appropriate driver's license issued by the State of North Carolina. Must possess a CDL class B license. Must possess certification in freon handling.