Mechanic

Job Title

Mechanic

About The Position

Your future begins here! Join one of the fastest-growing cities in Arizona and the youngest in Yuma County! Under limited supervision, independently performs highly skilled and complex diagnosis, maintenance and repairs of a wide variety of diesel, gasoline and hydraulic powered vehicles (medium and light duty), including: generators, trucks, cars, police vehicles, fire apparatus and various types of construction equipment.

As the Mechanic, you will:

• Perform operator-level inspection, servicing, and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.
• Perform automated diagnoses of vehicle/equipment malfunctions.
• Complete mechanical and electrical repair/maintenance of diesel/gasoline vehicles and equipment.
• Overhaul and services engines, transmissions, brakes, air conditioning, etc.
• Inspect, repair, patch, balance, and mount tires on City vehicles and equipment.
• Repair heavy equipment such as backhoes, bobcats, fire trucks, graders, and sanitation trucks.
• Service, charge, and maintain vehicle air conditioning units.
• Research reference manuals concerning unusual or difficult repairs.
• Operate hand and power tools and equipment.
• Perform welding on City vehicles and equipment as required.
• Store, handle, apply, and dispose of hazardous materials required in work assignments.
• Advise supervisor of required parts, equipment, and supplies.
• Load and unload supplies and lifts/moves heavy objects.
• Wash engines, and suspensions.
• Perform detail inspections, washing, buffing, waxing, vacuuming, and steaming vehicle interiors.
• May perform porter duties, park vehicles and moving them from place to place.
• Maintain safe, clean, and orderly conditions in the workplace.
• Respond to emergency vehicle or equipment breakdowns in the field as required.
• Manage the handling, application, and disposal of hazardous materials in strict compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workspace, including assisting with overall shop housekeeping duties.
• Communicate effectively with team members, lead mechanics and supervisors to coordinate repairs and service activities.
• Ensure compliance with local, states, and federal regulations regarding vehicle safety, emissions, and workplace safety standards.
• Provide courteous and professional customer service to internal departments and personnel.
• Collaborate with vendors to source, price, and order parts. Maintains professional, respectful, and ethical relationships with all vendors.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Ideal Candidate

Will possess the knowledge of:

• Methods, tools, and equipment used in the diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of gasoline, diesel, hybrid, and electric-powered vehicles and equipment, including heavy machinery and public safety units.
• Operation and repair of internal combustion engines, powertrains, suspensions, transmissions, brake systems, electrical systems, and electronic diagnostics.
• Proper use, handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials, including knowledge of OSHA standards and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
• Hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems, including lift gates, aerial booms, sanitation bodies, and other specialty components.
• Air conditioning and climate control systems in automotive and heavy equipment applications.
• Welding, cutting, and basic metal fabrication techniques used in repair and maintenance.
• Hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical systems, including lift gates, aerial booms, sanitation bodies, and other specialty components.
• Safe operation of a wide variety of hand and power tools, diagnostic scanners, lifts, jacks, cranes, and shop equipment.
• Occupational hazards, safety rules, and best practices in a fleet maintenance shop environment.
• Preventive maintenance scheduling principles and the use of fleet management software to track service records and vehicle history.
• Industrial standards, federal/ state/ local regulations, and environmental compliance requirements related to vehicle maintenance, emissions, and workplace safety.

Will possess the ability to:

• Inspect, diagnose and repair vehicle/equipment malfunctions and performing required repairs/adjustments.
• Operate hand and power tools and specialized automotive maintenance/repair equipment.
• Perform computerized diagnostic tests and fine calibrations on equipment and components.
• Identify unsafe conditions and mechanical problems and taking corrective actions
• Read and interpret technical manuals and specifications.
• Assess and prioritize multiple tasks, projects and demands.
• Maintain fleet management records and files.
• Follow established safety procedures in the performance of duties.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Demonstrate sound judgement, initiative, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, service-oriented setting.

Minimum Requirements

Education, Training and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
• A minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience in the maintenance and repair of automotive and mechanical equipment, including heavy equipment;

Licenses and Certifications:

• A valid Arizona Driver's License at the time of appointment

Special Requirements:

• Residency in the United States and within 25 miles from the City of San Luis

Desired/Preferred:

• Bilingual in Spanish.
• San Luis residency.

Supplemental Information

The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk and stand; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and perform repetitive movements of hands or wrists. The employee is frequently required to lift up to 50 pounds unaided. Employees must be physically capable of operating City vehicles, for job-related purposes, safely. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Mental Demands While performing the duties of this class, an employee uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets data, information and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math and mathematical reasoning; performs highly detailed work; deals with multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with others encountered in the course of work, including frequent contact with customers and/or the public and dissatisfied individuals.

Work Environment Work is performed in a shop environment with exposure to noise, high heat conditions, fumes, grease, and potentially hazardous materials. May require lifting heavy objects (up to 100 lbs.), bending, crawling, and standing for extended periods. Occasional fieldwork or emergency service callouts may be required, including evenings or weekends.

The City of San Luis is committed to Professional Growth and Career Development - Current employees may be given preferred consideration if they meet the position's minimum requirements. OPEN UNTIL FILLED Applications will be reviewed 10 days after the posting date, and interviews will be conducted if a pool of qualified applicants is determined. Interested incumbents are encouraged to apply promptly. Candidates with the most relevant backgrounds will be invited to participate in the interview/assessment process.

To be considered, online applications MUST include all required documents listed under the Minimum Requirements section of the Job Posting. All documents should be uploaded as attachments.

Please note:

• The online application must be completed in full.
• Resumes will not be accepted in lieu of a completed application.
• Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Benefits

The City of San Luis offers the following benefits to all full-time City employees: MEDICAL/ DENTAL/ VISION INSURANCE - The City of San Luis is proud to provide medical, dental and vision insurance for its employees which is administered by Personify. Dependent premiums are paid one month in advance and are pre-