VEHICLE MAINTENANCE MECHANIC I

Job Summary:

This position performs skilled mechanical repairs on a variety of light, medium, and heavy automotive equipment. An employee in this class performs skilled tasks in the mechanical repair and maintenance of a variety of City automotive equipment. Assignments are received in the form of general oral and written work orders, but the employee is expected to determine the nature and extent of needed repairs. General supervision is received and work is reviewed through the proper functioning and performance of equipment repaired.

Job Description:

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Inspects, repairs, and road tests automobiles, trucks, fire engines, heavy earth moving equipment, mowers, and other City owned vehicles.

• Inspects, adjusts, and repairs gasoline engines.

• Inspects, adjusts, and repairs backhoes and loaders, and all component parts.

• Repairs automotive electrical and brake systems.
• Conducts test drives and adjust controls and automotive operation systems

• Performs field repairs in emergencies.

• Performs welding operations as required on equipment.

• Fills out shop forms and reports through clerical and data entry providing all information needed to create account reports.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and /or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must have a valid State of Florida Commercial Drivers License “B” with Air Brakes and Tanker endorsement.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED) from an accredited institution is required.

• Considerable experience as a journeyman automotive mechanic or completion of a recognized apprenticeship in this work is desired.

• An equivalent combination of education, experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities may be considered for minimum requirements.

LICENSES AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Possess and maintain a valid Florida driver's license with an acceptable driving record is required.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and write.

• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other employees.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to follow and apply common sense understanding, to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form.

• Exercise independent judgment in the performance of specifically assigned responsibilities.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Good knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and standard practices of the automotive mechanic's trade.
• Good knowledge of the principles of operation of internal combustion engines.
• Good knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Skill in the care and use of tools employed in all phases of automotive maintenance and repair work.
• Skill in locating and adjusting defects.
• Good diagnostics and trouble shooting skills
• Good mechanic computer and scanner skills
• Ability to keep good maintenance records

WORK ENVIRONMENT/ADA: Employee may work inside an office environment, or outside in various weather conditions, with radiant energy, grease or oils, solvents, or chemicals. Employees may have to work in dusty conditions, poor lighting, noisy conditions, and darkness or on uneven surfaces. Some job tasks may require employee to bend, stoop, drive, kneel, operate equipment, crawl, push or life or carry 45 pounds or more.

Lifting: Lift up to 75 Pounds

Vision: 20/20 or Corrected to 20/100

Environment: Outside Work in Various Conditions/Exposure to Various Fumes & Chemicals

Hearing: Moderate to High Noise Levels for Work Environment

*Class Descriptions are not intended to be restrictive. The use of (or absence of) a particular illustration of duties shall not be held to exclude or limit the authority of a Department Head to assign other duties which are similar and related to work.