Mechanic II - Department of Public Works (DPW)

Mechanic II – Department of Public Works (DPW)

$65,000 - $85,000

(Onsite)

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

A Mechanic II performs skilled maintenance and repair work on the full range of the City's motor vehicles, public works and construction vehicles and equipment. Assignments are received in the form of work orders noting the problem area or service required. An incumbent in this class determines the repair requirement and performs the repair or maintenance service under the general supervision of the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor. Additional guidance is available from the Mechanic III.

About the Department:

The Department of Public Works is a community partner in shaping a livable, green, and prospering City of Falls Church. We plan, build, operate, and maintain transportation systems and infrastructure that improve mobility and provide people and businesses with core public services.

Illustrative Examples of Work:

• Performs diagnostic checks and examines City-owned motor equipment to determine the necessary maintenance or repairs;
• Prepares work orders for mechanics with clear repair instructions for the work to be completed;
• Provides the user agencies with time and cost estimates for the necessary service;
• Follows the progress of the work and assures that user agencies are informed of any changes in cost and/or schedule;
• Utilizes and administers the City's fleet management/maintenance system to obtain motor equipment service history;
• Determines repair work that needs to be contracted out due to work load, limited in-house resources (equipment and staff), and cost effectiveness;
• Arranges for completion of work and resolves problems concerning faulty work or incorrect billing;
• Establishes and maintains weekly and monthly preventive maintenance and State inspection schedules;
• Performs hands-on repairs and maintenance on City-owned motor vehicles as required;
• Handles registration of new vehicles with the State (title, tags, registration) as required;
• Serves as interim Supervisory Auto Mechanic during absences as required;
• Parts procurement, including sourcing, ordering, and inventory management
• Performs related work as required.  

Essential Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Good knowledge of the standard practices, procedures, tools and equipment employed in the maintenance service and repair of the full range of light and heavy vehicles and equipment used by the City;
• Good knowledge of the occupational safety standards and practices of automotive service and repair;
• Good knowledge of the operational principles and methods of repairing gasoline and diesel engines;
• Skill in the use of the tools, materials, and equipment employed in the service and repair of motor vehicles and machinery;
• Ability to make repairs and adjustments, and to perform maintenance services;
• Ability to locate and solve automotive mechanical and electrical problems;
• Ability to perform tasks which frequently require strenuous physical effort;
• Ability to read and write in the English language.

Minimum Requirements:

• Completion of high school or trade school-level courses in automotive maintenance and repair; and one year of experience performing motor equipment repair work at the level of Automotive Mechanic I; or
• any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• The employee must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with the proper endorsement for the vehicle being driven, issued by the employee's state of residence.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High School diploma or GED;
• five years of experience in automotive and emergency response vehicle maintenance that includes both preventive and corrective maintenance in the component areas of chassis, cab and body, transmission, engine, drivelines, suspension, fuel, brakes, exhaust, HVAC, pump & tank, AC/DC electrical, aerial, foam, hydraulic systems, and auxiliary systems.
• Certifications in ASE (both automotive and medium/heavy truck) and EVT (both fire apparatus and ambulance).
• Vehicle State Inspection/Emission license.

Hours: This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Salary & Benefits:   The hiring range for this role is $65,000 - $85,000, depending on qualifications. The City offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental insurance, pension plan, deferred compensation plan, flexible spending account, life and long-term disability insurance, paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, free parking, credit union membership, and more. See for additional information.

To Apply: Complete the application on ExactHire at and upload your resume and cover letter. For questions please contact the City of Falls Church, Human Resources: 300 Park Ave., Suite 200W, Falls Church, VA 22046 or email  View email address on fallschurchva.exacthire.com .   

Our Commitment to an Inclusive Workplace:  The City of Falls Church is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the federal, state and/or local laws or regulations. Accommodations may be requested for applicants with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Human Resources Department at  View email address on fallschurchva.exacthire.com or Show phone number. Determinations on requests for reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

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