City of Manitowoc Department of Public Works (DPW) Mechanic

Job Title

The employee in this position performs skilled work of a varied nature concerning the repair, maintenance and overhaul of automobiles, city buses, trucks, and also large off-road equipment as well as ordering, storing and issuing of spare and replacement parts.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities include:

• Repairs and replaces electrical systems such as wires, starters, alternators, regulators, and generators
• Greases fittings, changes filters and oil
• Repairs hydraulic equipment, tightens and/or replaces packings, seals, pumps and rams
• Performs brake work
• Checks and repairs drive train, universal joints, suspension and steering components
• Winterizes all City-owned vehicles and equipment
• Overhauls engines and equipment as needed
• Performs tune-ups and diagnoses run ability problems with aid from a computerized scan tools where applicable
• Makes service calls when machinery breaks down while in service
• Maintains saws, generators, pumps, small engines and snow blowers
• Replaces, repairs and adjusts brakes, clutches, transmissions and differentials
• Performs road tests to check work performed to assure that it is properly repaired when required
• Performs repair and maintenance work at Marina as needed
• Performs welding and fabrication work as required
• Orders and issues parts as needed, maintains stock room and keeps inventory of spare parts
• Performs maintenance on all lift bridges, and enters and retrieves data via computer
• May perform auto body repairs and spray painting as required

Qualifications

The qualifications include:

Education: High school degree or equivalent preferably supplemented by special training in automotive repair or related field

Experience: Experience in the servicing and repairing of automotive equipment; previous experience as a mechanic; experience in complete body work and painting; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities; computer experience;

Certifications/Licenses: Must possess valid Commercial Driver's License (Class -BCD and Endorsement P) with ability to operate vehicles with air brakes, or be able to obtain within short period of time. Refrigerant, welding and ASE certifications preferred but not required.

Other Requirements: Employee must supply all basic hand tools and air operated tools. The employee will be required to work 2nd or 3rd shift during snow events to assist with street clean up/plowing and general shop duties. The employee may be required to use a respirator, either half mask or full mask, or a dust mask.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

This position must possess the ability to read and interpret documents such as parts manuals, safety rules, and operating and maintenance instructions; read and understand wiring schematics; complete routine paperwork; effectively present information to other employees and supervisors; add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals; calculate area, circumference, and volume; and the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry. This position must also possess the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form; ability to apply situational reasoning ability by exercising good judgment in the implementation of work orders; possess the ability to navigate the internet, use e-mail and be able to use/learn the Fleet Maintenance program established for technicians; This position must be able to adjust from one schedule to another at short notice and be able to maintain attention to task in overtime situations. The ability to use and understand computer software used for diagnosing DEF/Engine system malfunctions on diesel equipment. Knowledge of the standard methods, materials, tools and equipment of the automotive/mechanic trade; knowledge of the principles of operation of gasoline and diesel driven equipment and of mechanical repair methods applicable to heavy trucks and construction equipment; knowledge of the servicing and repairing of air conditioning systems; knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of said job; skill in the care and use of hand and machine tools employed in automotive repair work; skill in locating and repairing defects in automotive equipment; knowledge of acetylene, arc, and wire welding; working knowledge of a wide variety of supplies, material parts (off road and vehicle) tools and equipment and related terminology; ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions; mechanical aptitude; thoroughness and dependability.

Benefits

Non-represented positions are governed by the Employee Policy Manual. Employees in Non-represented positions are at will employees. POSITION: This is a Non-represented hourly position. EXTENDED LEAVE: Full time employees will be granted 10 days of extended leave per calendar year. Extended leave is pro-rated the first year of employment. If an employee is absent for four or more consecutive days, extended leave may be used for the fourth day and any subsequent consecutive days. Extended leave may be used for absences which qualify as FMLA. SICK LEAVE: Non-represented, full-time employees, who are active as of January 1 annually, will be provided with 24 hours of sick leave which may be used each calendar year to address their own personal health care needs or the health care needs of a spouse or an immediate family member who resides primarily with and is primarily dependent on the employee for care and support. Part-time employees working at least 20 hours per week, will receive 12 hours of sick leave. PERSONAL/BIRTHDAY: Full-time employees are provided 8 hours paid time off for their birthday. The day off must be used during the calendar year. HOLIDAYS: New Year's Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, day after Thanksgiving, work day before Christmas, Christmas Day and New Year's Eve. PTO: 80 hours of PTO will be available to use after 30 days of employment Accrual schedule (full-time): After 1 year of service 120 hrs (4.62 hours per pay period) After 4 years of service 136 hrs (5.23 hours per pay period) After 7 years of service 160 hrs (6.15 hours per pay period) After 10 years of service 168 hrs (6.46 hours per pay period) After 11 years of service 176 hrs (6.77 hours per pay period) After 12 years of service 184 hrs (7.08 hours per pay period) After 13 years of service 192 hrs (7.38 hours per pay period) After 14 years of service 200 hrs (7.69 hours per pay period) After 19 years of service 240 hrs (9.23 hours per pay period) After 21 years of service 248 hrs (9.54 hours per pay period) Personal time off will accrue and become available on a pro-rata basis each payroll cycle. HEALTH INSURANCE: Medical (with a HSA), Prescription, Dental, & Vision plans. Manty Health and Wellness Clinic. Insurance begins the first day of the next month following 30 days of employment. LIFE INSURANCE: Offered through the Wisconsin Retirement System. Employee pays first month's premium, employer pays remaining 11 months. Coverage is equal to employee's annual salary to next $1,000. Additional coverage available at employee's expense. WISCONSIN RETIREMENT SYSTEM: Begins immediately upon employment. Employer pays employer's share of employee's salary. The employee contributes the employee's share of the employee's salary. HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT: Allows employee to set aside pre-tax deductions for medical expenses. FLEXIBLE BENEFITS PLAN: Allows employee to set aside pre-tax deductions for dependent child care. PHYSICAL EXAM and DRUG TEST and BACKGROUND CHECK: Required of all newly hired employees, paid for by the City. MISCELLANEOUS BENEFITS: Tuition reimbursement, short-term and long-term disability, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, Employee Assistance Program, deferred compensation plans for additional retirement savings, and Edvest-College savings plan. The benefits listed are the current benefits and are subject to change by the Common Council.