Mechanic II - 622 - Fleet (2nd Shift)

Mechanic 2 - 2nd Shift

The City of Wichita is not an E-Verify Employer.

This is technical work in the diagnosis, repair, and preventive maintenance of cars, trucks, and heavy equipment. Work is supervised and assisted as needed by a higher-level mechanic or a supervisor. This is a second shift position, and work hours are Monday-Friday - 11:30 AM - 8:00 PM. Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU). Posting may close at any time.

Examples of work performed include:

• Completes preventive maintenance on vehicles, trailers, or heavy equipment, such as oil changes, tire rotation, replacing filters, servicing transmissions, lubricating chassis and drive lines.
• Performs engine and transmission diagnostics with scan tools or laptop computers. Conducts test drives to verify drivability complaints and to verify the repairs made.
• Diagnose and repair electrical systems.
• Diagnose and repair air and hydraulic brake systems
• Diagnose and repair automatic and manual transmission drivability issues
• Diagnose and repair hydraulic system issues including hydraulic pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, and other components on heavy vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnose and repair driveline and suspension systems.
• Diagnose and repair heating and air conditioning systems.
• Diagnose, repair, rebuilds, and replaces diesel and gas engines.
• Remove, replace, and modify, mufflers, tailpipes and other exhaust components.
• Tow vehicles and equipment using a roll back and sling type wrecker
• Maintains written record of work performed.
• Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a vehicle.
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

Requirements of work include:

• Thorough knowledge of all tools and equipment used in the trade and the ability to use these tools to perform repair work on vehicles/equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to weld and cut using gas or electrical equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information contained in technical repair manuals and electronic diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to climb onto equipment and make repairs as high as 25' in height.
• Ability to lift, bend, and twist while making repairs to vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Ability to tolerate exposure to fluids and solvents in vehicle repair work.
• Ability to perform continuous manual and physical labor while standing on cement floor.
• Ability to lift and carry bulky objects weighing up to 50 pounds (heavier objects with the assistance of another person) for distances up to 100 feet
• Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of pressure using tools that tighten, loosen, or cut.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates and employees of other departments.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally or in writing.
• Must be highly proficient in utilizing diagnostic scan tools and other troubleshooting devises.
• A valid Kansas driver's license is required.
• A valid Kansas Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) is required. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country.
• Possession of at least three eligible ASE certifications when hired.
• Eligible certifications include A1-A9, B2-B6, C1, E1-E3, F1-F8, L1-L2, P1-P2, P4, and T1-T8.
• Preferred certifications from tracs A, E, L and T.
• Skill set will be the primary factor in determining hire, promotion, and transfer decisions between shops.
• There are five shops that specialize in the maintenance of heavy equipment, light vehicles, fire assets, body shop repairs, and light equipment.
• Staff assigned to the Heavy Equipment shop shall have extensive knowledge of diesel engines, as well as other equipment that is maintained in this shop.
• Staff assigned to the Light Vehicle shop shall have extensive knowledge of passenger vehicles and other assets that are maintained in this shop.
• Staff assigned to the Fire Maintenance shop shall have extensive knowledge of fire apparatus and maintenance practices.
• Staff assigned to the Body Shop shall have extensive knowledge of the repair of vehicles damaged in accidents.
• Staff assigned to the Light Equipment shop shall have extensive knowledge of mowers, park maintenance equipment, and other assets that are maintained in this shop.
• Transfer decisions between these shops will be based on skill set, shop coverage, work flow, and the overall needs of the Division.
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.

Required experience and training include:

• Two years of experience performing a wide range of maintenance and mechanical repair work on vehicular equipment.
• For Public Works (Fleet Maintenance), also requires attainment of certifications as cited above under Requirements of Work.
• Ability to obtain a valid Kansas Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) within 12 months of employment If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Preferred experience and training include:

• A valid Class B CDL.

This position is part of a random drug testing pool, and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with company policies and applicable laws. Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.