MERCED IRRIGATION DISTRICT EQUIPMENT MECHANIC The Merced Irrigation District (MID), located in California's agriculturally-rich Central Valley, is the leading provider of clean, affordable irrigation water for its 2,200 growers. Under general supervision, the Equipment Mechanic will make minor and major mechanical repairs to gasoline and diesel vehicles, heavy equipment, and other related equipment; operate lathes and welding equipment and perform related work as required. Responsibilities and essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to; understanding of basic methods, tools, techniques and materials used in the overhaul, repair, and adjustment of automotive and related power driven equipment; operating principles of gasoline and diesel engines and of mechanical repair of vehicles and equipment; inspect, diagnose, and locate mechanical, electrical and hydraulic deficiencies and make necessary repairs on District vehicles & equipment; perform inspections on vehicles and equipment with air brakes, Department of Transportation (DOT) inspections, crane inspections and other inspections as requested or required; perform overhauls, repair/replace/adjust engines, transmissions (standard and automatic), differentials and clutches and estimate cost of referenced work; tune-up engines, replace faulty parts including but not limited to wheel bearings, oil seals, shock absorbers, exhaust systems, steering mechanisms, and related parts and equipment; mount and balance vehicle/truck tires and tractor tires; make necessary repairs to ATV's, lawn mowers, chain saws and other small engine components; prepare and replace miscellaneous components including batteries, alternators, generators, distributors, relays, lights, valves, switches; Diagnose and trouble shoot AC systems; fabricate and modify parts and perform electric and acetylene welding, cutting and lathe work as needed; Maintain work, time, and materials records and prepare reports upon request. Required qualifications include any combination of education and/or training that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities outlined in job description; high school diploma or equivalent; possession of a valid California Driver's License; minimum three (3) years of experience in the repair of automotive and light and heavy power driven equipment; three (3) years of experience with hydraulic system operations and procedures. Technical certificates a plus. The Merced Irrigation District is a public agency offering a competitive salary and benefit package along with participation in California Public Employees Retirement Program to eligible employees. To apply for this position or to view the complete job description, please review the "Employment Application Instructions and Guidelines" found on the "CAREERS TAB" on the Merced Irrigation District website at www.mercedid.org. Applications will only be accepted through the online system and the position is open until 5:00 pm August 26, 2016. Merced Irrigation District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. A basic skills test is required to proceed with the recruiting process of this position. Drug Free Employer/AA/EOE/M/F/D/V