Master Mechanic

Under general supervision, this position performs difficult and skilled technical work maintaining City vehicles and equipment. This position repairs and maintains gasoline, diesel, alternative fuels, and hybrid engines; and performs various repairs, maintenance, and welding tasks on small and light trailers and heavy vehicular equipment. FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt Hiring Salary Range: $57,616.00 to $73,444.80 depending on qualifications. Full Salary Range: $57,616.00 - $89,273.60 Repairs and maintains vehicles and equipment, including tune-ups, electrical system repair, transmission, and differential rebuilding, clutch assembly replacement, oil changes, and lubrication, and diagnostic work; Rebuilds or repairs air, hydraulic, drum, and disc brake systems; Performs small engine diagnosis and repairs; Repairs heavy equipment in the shop and on job sites; Troubleshoots and diagnoses mechanical malfunctions for a variety of vehicles and equipment; Test drives vehicles to diagnose malfunctions and to ensure they are working properly after maintenance or repair; Repairs and modifies equipment using welding and cutting torches; Installs sirens, lighting systems, two-way radios, and other emergency equipment; Orders replacement parts as needed; Repairs hydraulic systems on small, light, and heavy equipment; Conducts state-required safety and emissions inspections; Prepares various records; and Performs other related duties as assigned. Education and Experience High school diploma or GED required, supplemented by specialized training in the field of work; and Three to five years of related mechanic experience. ASE and/or EVT Certification (preferred). Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and techniques used in the repair and maintenance of gasoline, diesel, alternative fuels, hybrid, and electric vehicles and equipment. preventive and corrective maintenance procedures. safety practices and procedures applied in the safe and efficient use of mechanic's tools and equipment. diagnosis, repair, and maintenance procedures on hydraulic systems for small, heavy, and off-road vehicles and equipment. Skilled in the use of various types of testing and specialized equipment. diagnosing defects in automotive and heavy equipment. operating a variety of hand and power tools. communicating effectively to convey information. Ability to perform strenuous tasks. adapt available tools and parts to specific repair problems. follow oral and written instructions. follow repair manuals and diagrams. operate and use specialized diagnostic tools (laptop and scan tools). operate and use a computerized work order system. prepare records and quotes. establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees and parts vendors. meet mental and physical demands of the job. Valid N.C. Driver's License and acceptable driving record at time of hire. Valid N.C. Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with passenger endorsement, required within six months of hire. N.C. Safety Inspections License, required within six months of hire. #J-18808-Ljbffr City of Greenville