Equipment Mechanic

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We are seeking a skilled and dependable mechanic who is passionate about maintaining safe, reliable equipment and supporting essential City operations. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys hands-on work and takes pride in delivering high-quality repairs and providing exceptional customer service. The ideal candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and experienced in diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining a diverse fleet of large equipment, heavy-duty trucks, passenger vehicles, off-road equipment, and tractors. Experience maintaining a fleet of 300 or more vehicles and equipment is highly desirable. They communicate effectively, work independently, prioritize safety and efficiency, and are committed to delivering quality workmanship and outstanding customer service. The best candidate will possess strong diagnostic and troubleshooting skills, experience with mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and computerized vehicle systems, and a solid understanding of preventative maintenance practices. Possession of one or more current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications is highly desirable, including A1, A3, A5, and A6 from the Automobile & Light Truck Series or T2, T4, and T6 from the Medium/Heavy Duty Truck Series. They will demonstrate exceptional attention to detail, adaptability, and a commitment to keeping the City's fleet operating safely, efficiently, and reliably while providing excellent service. Experience the rewards of your hard workcomprehensive benefits, including upcoming COLAs, that support your well-being, growth, and success! 3% increase in base effective 6/20/2027

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Inspects, diagnoses, and locates technical and electrical malfunctions on City automobiles, trucks, sewer utility vactor/flush trucks, generators, grounds maintenance equipment, and a variety of maintenance and construction equipment and their component systems.
• Determines extent of necessary repairs for further repair work and scheduling; estimates parts and materials; requisitions to order replacement parts; recommends contract work, as necessary.
• Overhauls, repairs, maintains, and adjusts a wide variety of gas and diesel powered automotive, truck and heavy equipment and their component and computerized systems, including but not limited to engines, transmissions, clutches, differentials, fuel systems, generators, distributors, pumps, hydraulic systems, power plants, power trains, and other equipment accessories and components, such as, heating and air conditioning units.
• Operates and maintains a complete set of hand, power, and shop tools and computerized diagnostic and test equipment used in the automotive and truck repair trade.
• Performs general maintenance on cars, trucks, and other equipment, including but not limited to grease and lubrication; services batteries; changes and repairs tires; replaces spark plugs, light bulbs, fan belts, and other simple technical parts; completes gas and oil services; washes and cleans exterior and interior of vehicles; performs other standard vehicle maintenance duties.
• Reads and interprets schematics, shop manuals, and other related materials in performing work assignments; stays abreast of the current technology.
• Accesses technical information from automated databases.
• Enters, retrieves, prints, and generates vehicle, equipment, and work order reports from computer information system; maintains equipment maintenance records.
• Responds to emergency service calls for repairing or towing equipment that has broken down away from the shop.
• Fabricates and modifies parts and equipment; performs minor welding, braising, soldering, and cutting operations.
• Picks-up and delivers vehicles as necessary; pick up parts and supplies as required.
• Maintains work, time, and material logs and records.
• Assists other equipment mechanics in the performance of major technical repairs as required.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work and shop area.
• Complies with City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualification Guidelines

Knowledge of:

• Practices, techniques, materials, tools, and equipment used in the diagnosis, repair, and modification of a wide variety of technical equipment, including automobiles, trucks, heavy equipment, and specialized vehicles.
• Operating and repair characteristics of the entire range of City-owned light and heavy equipment.
• Preventive maintenance practices and techniques.
• Regulations, standards, and guidelines pertaining to the work, including state and federal inspection guidelines.
• Lubrication systems, including oils and greases, used in servicing and maintaining vehicles and equipment.
• Operational characteristics of a variety of hand and power tools and equipment.
• Current technology in repairing and diagnosing vehicles, equipment, and their component systems.
• Practices and procedures of welding and fabrication.
• City and mandated safety rules, regulations, and protocols.
• Modern equipment and communication tools used for business functions and program, project, and task coordination, including computers and software programs relevant to work performed.
• The structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Techniques for providing a high level of customer service by effectively dealing with the public, vendors, contractors, and City staff.

Ability to:

• Perform journey level equipment mechanic work on a wide range of vehicles and equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment and parts which are not functioning properly.
• Inspect gas- and diesel-powered equipment to locate difficulties and estimate the cost and time of repairs.
• Use a variety of tools and equipment with skill.
• Read and interpret shop manuals, schematics, blueprints, and specifications.
• Document and maintain records of repairs.
• Perform final operational tests on all vehicles to quality-check all repairs.
• Fabricate parts as needed to complete repair including any design work.
• Estimate time and cost of repairs to within 10% of the actual costs.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision.
• Observe safety principles and work in a safe manner.
• Assist in the training and supervision of less experienced personnel.
• Independently organize work, set priorities, meet critical deadlines, and follow-up on assignments.
• Effectively use computer systems, software applications relevant to work performed, and modern business equipment to perform a variety of work tasks.
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing, using appropriate English grammar and syntax.
• Use tact, initiative, prudence, and independent judgment within general policy, procedural, and legal guidelines.
• Establish, maintain, and foster positive and effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Physical and Mental Demands

Must possess mobility to work in a shop and field environment; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform medium to heavy physical work, to work in confined spaces and around machines, to climb and descend ladders, to operate varied hand and power tools and construction equipment, and to operate a motor vehicle and visit various District sites; vision to detect shades of color, read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio. The job requires frequent walking in operational areas to identify problems or hazards. Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment. Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb to perform work and inspect work areas. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects weighing up to 50 pounds, or heavier weights with the use of proper equipment and assistance from other staff. Employees must wear and use the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

Work Environment: Employees work in a shop and field environment, and are exposed to loud noise levels, cold and hot temperatures, inclement weather conditions, road hazards, vibration, confining workspaces, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

Working Conditions: This position is subject to mandatory drug and alcohol testing pursuant to Department of Transportation and Federal Highway Administration requirements.

Important Information: Examination Process: A competitive review of applicants' experience and qualifications will be conducted. Based on that evaluation, a limited number of applicants whose qualifications best meet the current needs of the