Deschutes County
Summary
ABOUT THE SHERIFF’S OFFICE:
The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office is a full service agency that oversees the adult jail, provides patrol, criminal investigations, civil process and search and rescue operations. Special units include SWAT, Marine Patrol, ATV Patrol, Forest Patrol, along with five K9 teams. Founded in 1916 and today led by your duly elected Sheriff L. Shane Nelson, the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office serves over 200,000 residents in Deschutes County.
About The County
We know where you choose to live, work and play matters. Deschutes County is one of the largest employers in Central Oregon and the largest municipal government in the region. Our dedicated and passionate workforce of more than 1,200 employees provide County services in a number of departments, divisions, and offices.
Located in the heart of Central Oregon, between the towering Cascade Mountain Range to the west and the high desert plateau to the east, Deschutes County is the outdoor recreation capital of Oregon. We enjoy a renowned quality of life, with big-city opportunities and small-town neighborhoods.
We hope you’ll consider joining our talented team.
About The Job
The Sheriff’s Office Mechanic responsible for performing a variety of skilled mechanical repairs, diagnostic inspections, preventative maintenance, tire replacement and repairs, welding and fabrication, and use of diagnostic testing equipment and modifications to automotive and other machinery. Must be able to work 8 or 10 hours shifts, to include evenings, weekends, and holidays to meet the needs of the unit.
Key Responsibilities
- Diagnosis, repairs and adjustments.
- Weld, fabricate and modify equipment.
- Engine performance.
- Perform engine performance tests and repairs on diesel and gas engines using diagnostic tools.
- Plan and organize work independently.
What You Will Bring:
Knowledge Of Or Experience With
- Standard methods, materials, tools, equipment, and technology of the mechanic trade.
- Mechanical principles, occupational hazards and safety precautions of mechanic trade.
- Testing equipment for testing and repairing of starting systems, charging systems, front end repair, engine performance testing, hydraulic systems, air conditioning, fuel systems, drive trains and related automotive and heavy equipment components.
Skill In
- Driving all County equipment/vehicles on roads to test drive and diagnose equipment.
- Using good judgment and make decisions in stressful situations, and analyzing and adapting to new situations quickly.
- Locating, diagnosing and repairing most mechanical malfunctions in gas and diesel powered vehicles and equipment.
- Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other public and private employees.
- Physical strength and agility sufficient to perform the work of the classification.
*This posting is not meant to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities, but rather constitutes a general definition of the position’s scope and function.
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Compensation
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$4,409.00 to $5,978.39 per month for a 173.33 hour work month. Excellent County benefit package when eligible. This union-represented position is available immediately.
Benefits
Our robust health plan is offered at a minimal cost of $90 per month, which includes an innovative on-site clinic, pharmacy, and wellness and wellbeing services. Additionally, we include life insurance, retirement (PERS), generous paid time-off (14-18 hours/month to start, pro-rated for part-time), holidays, and professional development opportunities. Please click HERE for full benefit details.
This position is re-opened until filled.
Minimum Qualifications
- Five (5) years mechanic experience preferably including experience in maintenance and repair of equipment;
- Or satisfactory equivalent combination of experience and training as determined by hiring authority.
Necessary Special Requirements
Possession of or ability to obtain a valid Oregon driver’s license within 30 days of hire date. The employment offer will be contingent upon presentation of an acceptable and verifiable driver’s license, pre-employment screening for criminal history, driving history, and controlled substances (NOTE: Positive test results for marijuana use may result in rescission of a contingent offer of employment). This screening must be completed with satisfactory findings in order for a formal offer of employment to be extended.
Physical Requirements. This position requires the ability to stand, kneel, walk, squat, and twist while repairing automobiles; may lift automobile parts weighing up to 75 pounds; must have the ability to climb a step ladder while carrying automobile parts weighing up to 75 pounds; climb in and out of a variety of automobiles and heavy equipment; drive automatic and manual transmission automobiles; push/pull automotive parts up to 75 pounds; and use a variety of tools including pry bars to repair automobiles.
Must pass a driving record review and criminal history background.
- A current driver’s license and the state of origin are required. Candidates who wish to be considered for this position must include an accurate driver’s license number and state of origin on their application under the Personal Information section . Failure to provide this information will result in disqualification.
- Background Investigation: A complete and full background investigation will be completed prior to a candidate receiving a conditional job offer.
Excellent County benefit package when eligible.
Deschutes Countyoffers eligible employeesa comprehensive healthcare package that covers medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage at a minimal cost of $95 per month for employee only or $116 per month for employee plus dependents. Coverage becomes effective the first of the month following1month of employment. Included in the health care package is the Deschutes Onsite Clinic (DOC), which provides a wide range of health, wellness, and primary care services to employees and their dependents. The DOC offers convenient hours and no out-of-pocket costs to patients. The DOC Pharmacy is a full service pharmacy available to employees and dependents to have their prescriptions filled at a discounted co-pay. In addition to the health care package, DeschutesCounty provides a generous and comprehensive benefits program to eligible employees.
Employer Paid Benefit Offerings Include
- Life Insurance for employee and dependents
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Long-term Disability Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Program through Oregon PERS
- Time Management Leave
Employee paid voluntary benefit offerings include:
- 125 Flexible Spending Program
- 457 Deferred Compensation Program
- Supplemental Life and Accident Insurance
To learn more about Deschutes County’s generous benefit offerings, please visit www.deschutes.org/hr and click on Employee Benefits.