Mechanic I

Under supervision from the Fleet and Facilities Superintendent, performs the maintenance and repair of various light and heavy-duty vehicles, equipment, and apparatus.

• Trouble-shoots and diagnoses vehicles and equipment for necessary maintenance and/or repairs.
• Completes work orders; prices parts; provides estimates to customers; obtains approval from customers to conduct work. 
• Maintains records of all repairs and work orders.
• Research and orders parts and supplies.
• Performs preventive maintenance services in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications.
• Services and maintains vehicles, checks brakes, front end, electrical systems, and related areas.
• Replaces tie rods, springs, and shock absorbers; replaces alternators, regulators, starters, wiring, gauges; rebuilds or adjusts components as required.
• Repairs and maintains mowers and power tools.
• Repairs and maintains, equipment, and trailers.
• Repairs and maintains emergency apparatuses such as police vehicles, fire trucks and ambulances.
• Interacts with other departments, municipalities, and vendors to schedule and coordinate repairs.
• Ability to respond to road calls.
• Ability to be on call for periods of time.
• Works safely; follows safe work practices.
• Maintains the shop area.
• May perform other assignments and handle special projects as required.
  
  SCOPE OF SUPERVISION
  • Works under general supervision of the Fleet and Facilities Superintendent

Education, Training and Experience Guidelines

High school diploma or equivalent; AND two years of vehicle maintenance and repair experience, including lawn equipment and small engine repair and maintenance experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.  

Must provide your own tools for your use.

Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.

Knowledge of: 

• City organization, operations, policies and procedures.
• Diesel and gasoline engines.
• General automotive and motorized equipment maintenance and repair methods and techniques.
• Tools, equipment, methods and materials used in automotive and motorized equipment maintenance and repair.
• Proper tire repairs 
• Lawn equipment and small engine repair maintenance and repair methods and techniques.
• Applicable policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment.
• Customer service principles and practices.
• Principles of record keeping.

• Interpreting and applying City codes, laws and regulations.
• Trouble-shooting and diagnosing problems and determining the appropriate repairs.
• Reading and understanding manuals and specifications.
• Maintaining accurate work records.
• Using power and hand tools.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other City departments and vendors.
• Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
• Operating a personal computer and various software applications.