Lead Equipment Technician

Equipment Technician Supervisor

Performs difficult repairs requiring precision adjustments to automotive equipment, trucks, and construction equipment, and supervises equipment technicians.

Essential Functions

• Perform all duties of an equipment technician;
• Perform difficult automotive and mechanical repairs requiring precision adjustments on a variety of vehicles, trucks and equipment;
• Conduct training and safety sessions for subordinate technicians;
• Perform advanced service writer duties such as pricing repair orders and posting production data on a computer;
• Evaluate quality and expedience of technician's assigned tasks;
• Assign repair orders to technicians;
• Ensure quality service through effective customer relations and timely feedback;
• Functions as service manager/supervisor in the event of his/her absence.

Qualifications

Completion of an associate degree in auto/diesel mechanics with an additional four years of experience as a journey level mechanic; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:

Physical Exam Required Valid Current Commercial Driver's License

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of: Diesel and gasoline engine repair techniques. Ability to:

• Perform State inspections on vehicles;
• Perform difficult repairs on all major systems;
• Use precision tools and instruments;
• Meet certification and or competency standards established for the position;
• Communicate effectively with others.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds
• Frequently stand and walk during the shift
• Frequently bend and kneel during the shift
• Frequently push and pull objects
• Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially flex at the knees
• Occasionally rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing
• Frequently reach above, at or below shoulder height
• Coordinate eye and hand movement in order to operate a vehicle

Benefits

The City of Lubbock provides a comprehensive, cost effective, health and welfare package.