Fleet Mechanic

Job Description

Job Description

GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The essential functions or duties described below are the primary functions and duties of the position. There may be other types of work that may be performed, and the omission of a particular duty or function does not exclude that duty or function from the position provided the duty or function is similar in work, related to the work or logically assigned to the position.

• Performs skilled diagnostic and repair worked on a variety of light, medium and heavy duty municipal fleet vehicles at the journeyman (M/F) level
• Diagnoses mechanical/electrical failures.
• Determines the optimum method of repair and adjusts vehicle components and systems.
• Repairs, rebuilds and reconditions automotive and various parks, sanitation, roadway and building maintenance equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance.
• Inspects and road tests vehicles.
• Records labor and parts utilized on department’s forms.
• Performs related works as required.
  

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: a. Working knowledge of the modern theories, practices, tools and equipment of the automotive mechanics and heavy equipment trade. Working knowledge of the operation principles and mechanics of internal combustion and diesel engines, automotive power steering, heavy equipment hydraulics, air- conditioning equipment, emissions control systems, automotive electronics and air brakes as well as all types of transmissions. Future requirement of training, knowledge and ASE Job Description-Automotive Mechanic.

b. Ability to operate variety of construction and maintenance equipment; Working knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the automotive mechanics trade; Ability to read and interpret electronic diagrams; Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions; Ability to utilize welding and metal cutting equipment and procedures; Possession of tools related to the automotive trade as specified by supervisor. Possession of valid Connecticut State Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class B; with applicable endorsements required to operate the various City of Bridgeport vehicles, etc.

c. As to education, training and experience: High school diploma or GED, supplemented by technical courses in automobile mechanics and theory. Three years of experience as a Journeyman (M/F) auto mechanic, engaged in the repair of variety of automobile equipment including experience in the repair of heavy-duty construction and maintenance equipment. Whatever possible, equivalent of education will be considered.

The qualifications and salary level(s) for this position will be based upon successful completion of the following ASE (Auto Service Excellence) requirements; in addition to years of satisfactory municipal experience, and managerial discretion:

Level 1: 2 ASE Tests in Auto/Lt. Truck and 2 ASE Med/Heavy Truck*

Level 2: 4 ASE Test in Auto/Lt. Truck and 4 ASE Med/Heavy Truck and/or Two (2) years satisfactory municipal mechanic experience at managerial discretion, with completion of employee competency evaluation form.

Level 3: Master ASE Certification in Auto/Lt. Truck and 4 ASE Med/Heavy Truck and/or Three (3) years satisfactory municipal mechanic experience at managerial discretion, with completion of employee competency evaluation form.

Level 4: Master ASE Certification in Auto/Lt. Truck and Master ASE in Med/Heavy Truck and/or Four (4) years satisfactory municipal mechanic experience at managerial discretion, with completion of employee competency evaluation form.

*All hires are required to have a Class B CDL along with a certification in Med/Heavy truck brakes and a minimum of one additional ASE in Auto/LT or Med/Heavy Duty truck. When hired the Mechanic must have a total of 4 ASE before the end of their 6-month probationary period.

d. Additional requirements applicable to Fleet Mechanics located in the Police Department:

• a valid motorcycle license and motorcycle repair experience for diagnosis, repairs and test drives;
• a valid CT gun license for handling police firearms in a safe and proper manner;
• watercraft certificate and marine service knowledge for diagnosis, repairs and test drives;
• experience with emergency equipment installations and repairs for police and/or other public safety vehicles.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations which do not cause undue hardship may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stand, twist, bend, talk, and hear. Ability to lift and carry objects in excess 75 pounds. Sufficient stamina and good health to perform sometimes strenuous physical labor.
• The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts or in outside weather conditions. Ability to work in poor weather conditions such as cold, heat, rain and snow. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals or airborne particles, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.