Mechanic Diesel

DEFINITION:

Under direction, performs varied tasks involved in the maintenance and repair of diesel engines in motor vehicles and/or automotive construction equipment; does other related duties as required.

EXAMPLES OF WORK:

Repairs and maintains diesel engines using hand tools, precision measuring instruments, and machines common to the trade. Diagnoses trouble, disassembles engines, and examines parts for defects and excessive wear. Reconditions and replaces parts such as pistons, bearings, gears, valves, and bushings, and using engine lathes, boring machines, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments.

REQUIREMENTS:

TRAINING:

Successful completion of one (1) year of training in diesel engine repair at an accredited community college or vocational school.

 EXPERIENCE:

 Two (2) years of experience in the installation, maintenance, and repair of diesel engines.

NOTE:  Applicants who do not possess the required year of formal training may substitute one (1) additional year of experience as outlined above.

NOTE:  Possession of a certificate as a diesel mechanic issued by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence may be substituted for one (1) year of formal training.

LICENSE:

Appointees will be required to possess a valid New Jersey driver's license.

NOTE:  Appointees may be required to possess a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and applicable endorsements for the class and type of vehicle being operated.

In accordance with Federal regulation 82:40, appointees  responsible for the repair or servicing of motor vehicle air  conditioners are required to possess and maintain a valid  certification as an Air Conditioning and Refrigeration  Technician, commensurate with the type of equipment  serviced, issued by the Federal Environmental Protection  Agency.

In accordance with N.J.A.C. 13:20-46.8, appointees responsible for performing the emissions inspections on diesel-powered  vehicles will be required to successfully complete a course of Instruction on Diesel Emission Inspection provided through the  Appointing Authority. 

In accordance with the New Jersey Occupational Safety and  Health Administration regulation 29 CFR 1910.178(l) (1),  appointees responsible for the operation of industrial trucks  (powered forklifts) will be required to obtain and maintain a  current certification as a Powered Industrial Truck Operator  issued by the New Jersey Occupational Safety and Health  Administration. 

In accordance with N.J.A.C. 13:20-45.16, appointees responsible  for performing emissions repairs to gasoline-fueled vehicles  will be required to successfully complete the Emissions Technical  Educational Program, and maintain a current certification as an  Emissions Repairer Technician.

In accordance with N.J.A.C. 13:20-43.17, appointees responsible  for performing inspections to motor vehicles will be required to  successfully complete the training and maintain a current  certification as a Motor Vehicle Inspector

Appointees will be required to possess ASE certifications for the following:

Alternate Fuel
Certification in Suspension and Steering.
Certification in Brake Repairs.
Engine Repair A-1 and Engineer Performance A-8 

SALARY:  $49,347

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