Maintenance Technician

Job TitleGarage TechnicianJob DescriptionInspects, diagnoses, and repairs mechanical defects in motorized equipment including automobiles, trucks, tractors, and a variety of equipment. Performs other duties as assigned. Essential job functions include evaluating mechanical problems in vehicles and equipment using diagnostic tools, performing automotive and equipment repairs to include general overhaul on motors, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and pumps and brakes, performing emergency repairs in the field as necessary, assisting with ordering parts, materials, and equipment, and assisting in maintenance of shop area. Training, experience, and/or other requirements include the ability to read, understand, and follow written and verbal instructions, use good judgment to work safely and use equipment properly, three (3) years' experience in automotive repair with knowledge and skills in the repair of light, medium, and heavy equipment, and acceptable equivalency: combination of education, training, and/or experience which provides an equivalent background required to perform the essential job duties. Physical requirements include the ability to lift and carry up to 100 pounds, push, pull, and/or drag up to 150 pounds of equipment and/or materials, climbs, crawls, kneels, squats, stoops, stands, sits, and bends when driving or maintaining equipment, hear and see clearly when working around equipment or in traffic, and work outdoors in extreme temperatures and inclement weather with some exposure to dust, fumes, noise, mechanical, electrical, and chemical hazards while using proper safety precautions. Additional information includes all City employees being required to provide services for the benefit of the general public during emergency situations that threaten the safety of Kingsville's citizens, and all positions requiring a valid driver's license, satisfactory driving record, and proof of eligibility to legally work in the U.S. The successful applicant will be required to pass a pre-employment physical examination, drug screen, and background investigation. Disclaimer: The information listed above reflects minimum standards and illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific job functions, requirements, or tasks does not exclude them from the job if the work is similar, related, or a logical extension of the work assigned.BenefitsThe City of Kingsville offers AWESOME BENEFITS for Full-Time Employees… Health Insurance - In-Network – 80% co-insurance after deductible, variable plans. Full-time employee classifications receive the following benefits and options: Longevity - $5 monthly per completed year of service, Vacation - 120 hrs. annually, Sick Leave - 80 hrs. annually & Sick Leave Pool available after 1 year, Flex Leave - 8 hrs. annually plus 4 hours added on birthday month, Holidays - 16 days annually = 128 hours of paid leave! Retirement - TMRS City Matching 2:1 and TMRS Prior Service Credit Life Insurance = 1 year salary to maximum of 50K, Deferred Compensation - Nationwide and Mission Square Voluntary Insurances with AFLAC, Ameritas and Dearborn National