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Equipment Mech, Sr

  • 501808
  • Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States
  • Staff
  • Staff Full-time
  • Closing at: Feb 14 2025 - 23:55 MST

Position Title: Equipment Mech, Sr

Employee Classification: Equipment Mechanic,Sr

College/Division: Facilities and Services

Department: 500580-FS VEHICLE MECHANICS

Internal or External Search: Internal - Open to Regular NMSU employees only (temporary/Term employees not eligible)

Location: Las Cruces

Offsite Location (if applicable):

Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  17.85

Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.0

Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Non-Exempt

Summary:  Join our team as a Shop Lead! Oversee repairs and maintenance on small engines, grounds equipment, and custodial tools. Manage work orders, staff, and supplies. Troubleshoot electrical systems and use welding skills. Help keep everything running smoothly!

Classification Summary:
This classification coordinates the day to day operations of an equipment maintenance operation.

Classification Standard Duties:
Leads and coordinates the work of assigned staff. Assists supervisors in implementing changes to shop operations, policies and procedures. Prepares work orders, reports and project time charges. Monitors and requisitions supplies, equipment and tools. Overhauls small engines (1-6 cylinders) and repairs transmissions, clutches and hydraulic systems. Performs tune-ups, and repairs braking systems, steering systems, and ignition systems on equipment such as generators, mowers, snow blowers, street sweepers, golf carts, electric trucks, tugs, cranes and weed eaters. Performs preventive maintenance on grounds equipment including oil changes, lubrication, replacing worn parts, and replacing blades. May perform minor maintenance on light trucks and cars. Repairs custodial equipment such as vacuums and burnishers. Operates diagnostic electronic equipment to check charging systems, blade tip speeds, braking systems and electronic ignition. Troubleshoots systems failures in starters, alternators and portable emergency generators. Performs arc and gas welding and fabricates unique turf equipment.

Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
Required Education:High School diploma or GED certificate.; Required Experience:Five (5) years of experience related to the standard duties as outlined.; Equivalency:Completion of a post-secondary degree or certificate may substitute for years of experience.; Required Certification/License:

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
KNOWLEDGE:Knowledge of repair and maintenance of grounds equipment and small engines.; SKILLS:Skill in the use of a variety of hand tools. Skill in the use of gas and electric welding equipment. Skill in the use of mechanized tools, jacks, and hoists. Skill in the use of a variety of diagnostic testing and tuning equipment.; ABILITIES:Ability to provide work direction to others. Ability to effectively communicate.

Job Duties and Responsibilities
This classification coordinates the day to day operations of an equipment maintenance operation. Leads and coordinates the work of assigned staff. Assists supervisors in implementing changes to shop operations, policies and procedures. Prepares work orders, reports and project time charges. Monitors and requisitions supplies, equipment and tools. Overhauls small engines (1-6 cylinders) and repairs transmissions, clutches and hydraulic systems. Performs tune-ups, and repairs braking systems, steering systems, and ignition systems on equipment such as generators, mowers, snow blowers, street sweepers, golf carts, electric trucks, tugs, cranes and weed eaters. Performs preventive maintenance on grounds equipment including oil changes, lubrication, replacing worn parts, and replacing blades. May perform minor maintenance on light trucks and cars. Repairs custodial equipment such as vacuums and burnishers. Operates diagnostic electronic equipment to check charging systems, blade tip speeds, braking systems and electronic ignition. Troubleshoots systems failures in starters, alternators and portable emergency generators. Performs arc and gas welding and fabricates unique turf equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

 

Special Requirements of the Position
Small engine or equipment manufacturer's certification. Valid New Mexico driver's license is required.

Department Contact:  Art Lucero, 575-646-8159, artl@nmsu.edu

Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable

Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).

Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)

If Not a Standard Work Schedule: 

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

Environment: Work involves almost constant exposure to unusual elements: i.e. extreme temp, toxic chemicals, biohazardous materials, dirt, dust, fumes, smoke, loud noises, other potentially dangerous materials/situations that require safety precaution/protective equip

Physical Effort: Considerable physical activity. Physical work is a primary part (more than 70%) of the job.

Lifting Requirements: Requires heavy physical work; heavy lifting, pushing, or pulling required of objects up to 50 pounds.

Risk: Work environment involves exposure to potentially dangerous materials and situations that require following extensive safety precautions and may include the use of protective equipment.

Recruitment Summary

We are New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures. 

NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.

NMSU Main Campus
Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.

Doña Ana Community College
Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance. 

Alamogordo Campus
Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated “on the hill” above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.

Grants Campus
NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.

Special Instructions to Applicants

The electronic application is the *official* document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.

EEO Statement
NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. NMSU is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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