Job at a glance
The vacancy is for one (1) full-time position. All new hires will begin at Step 1 ($33.18 per hour) . Employees receive an annual 5% step increase until reaching the top step of $44.47 per hour , contingent upon satisfactory performance. GENERAL PURPOSE Performs semi-skilled, skilled, and administrative work in maintaining the vehicles and mechanical equipment of the department. SUPERVISION RECEIVED & EXERCISED Works under the direction of the Fleet Supervisor.
Plans, carries out and evaluates preventive maintenance schedules for all vehicles and mechanical equipment, either personally, or through outside vendors. Operates a variety of diagnostic instruments and a variety of hand, electric, and air-driven tools. Tests, services and repairs vehicles and mechanical equipment. Inspects, adjusts and replaces necessary units and related parts in the performance of repair and maintenance work.
Repairs brake, engine, electrical, fuel, hydraulic, transmission, ignition, air, exhaust, axle assemblies and related systems. Cuts and welds metal and performs body repair, touch up and related work. Changes and repairs tires and tubes. Evaluates status of mechanical equipment and vehicles, and performs or schedules needed repairs. Conducts various analyses and inspections of vehicles and mechanical systems to determine the most cost-effective means of maintenance, repair or replacement.
Develops shop procedures and budget data for the maintenance and repair of vehicles and mechanical systems. Purchases equipment, parts, and supplies used for vehicle and mechanical system maintenance. Provides emergency field assistance to disabled equipment as needed and appropriate. Assists in the preparation of bid specifications for vehicles and mechanical equipment. Assists in the preparation and administration of mechanical budgets in conformance with adopted policies and procedures.
Maintains records, prepares reports and other specialized maintenance records of equipment and mechanical equipment. May serve as a member of various employee committees. Knowledge of: Thorough knowledge of automotive mechanics; Considerable knowledge of gas and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, fire pumps and valves, generators, and welding; price trends and grades or quality of materials and equipment; Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions common to municipal maintenance and repair activities; Working knowledge of the practices, methods, materials and tools used in modern equipment maintenance.
Skill in operation of listed tools and equipment. Ability of: Ability to establish and maintain effective preventive maintenance programs, policies and procedures; Ability to maintain effective accounting procedures; Ability to carry out assigned projects to their completion; Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, supervisors, vendors and the public.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Graduation from high school diploma or GED equivalent plus some specialized training in mechanics, maintenance management, or a closely related field. Three (3) years of related experience, or Any equivalent combination of education and experience. LICENSING & CERTIFICATES Valid State Driver's with CDL endorsement, or ability to obtain one. Applicants must successfully complete the following processes prior to starting employment: Interview process Live scan background investigation Pre-employment physical examination including a drug screen Professional Reference check Complete job descriptions can be found here: Mechanic II .