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What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic.
• Strong knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Ability to read and understand technical manuals.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to quality work.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Dedication to public service and community improvement.

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Heavy Equipment Mechanic Job Description

GENERAL PURPOSE: This is skilled automotive and heavy equipment mechanical repair work.

Performs skilled automotive mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of a wide variety of diesel and gasoline powered vehicles and auxiliary equip­ment with electronic components including vans with lifts, passenger buses, dump trucks, snow plows, sweepers, spreaders, tractors, power generators, automo­biles, and pickup trucks. Work involves diagnosing malfunctions; performing preven­tive maintenance, and repairing or recommending repairs to be contracted out such as major overhauls or specialized repairs such as emission control systems.Diagnostic and repair activities cover a wide range of items including, but not limited to, engines with and without electronic fuel injection, transmissions with and without electronic controls, drive trains, rear-ends, brakes, clutches, electrical and air conditioning systems, hydraulic systems, and welding (gas and arc) and fabricating brackets and other items.On occasion, repairs are made in the field.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: Does not supervise the work of others.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Reports to the automotive repair supervisor who evaluates work performance for quality and timeliness of work performed.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Repairs and overhauls mechanical components on buses, automo­biles, specialized and multi-purpose trucks, and other departmental equipment.
• Inspects, tests, adjusts, repairs, and replaces complete or integral parts of diesel and gasoline engines, transmissions, driveshafts, differentials, lubrication, cooling, exhaust, and brake systems as part of a comprehensive preventative maintenance program.
• Tests, repairs, or rebuilds diesel engines and components, including injectors.
• Inspects and adjusts bus door operation, air-ride system, and steering systems.
• Diagnoses malfunctions and adjusts engine, fuel, electrical, and mechanical system to specifications, including electronic fuel injection systems and electronically controlled transmis­sions.
• Uses computer programs to diagnose and make adjustments.
• Replaces and/or repairs parts to engines such as installing new fuel injectors, rods, new rings, bearings, aligns rods, grinds valves, grinds tappets, generators, starters, transmis­sions, differentials, drive lines, rear ends, radiators, air brake systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, oil and air filters, fuel filters, air pumps, water pumps, and fuel pumps.
• Tunes engines by installing new point and condenser, cleaning and regapping spark plugs or putting in new plugs, setting carburetor or installing new or rebuilt carburetor, and adjusting tappets to correct clearance.
• Performs inspection on buses; repairs or replaces front and rear doors; repairs hoists, pumps, and compressors.
• Greases and lubricates automobiles, buses, and trucks; changes tires and installs and services batteries.
• Attends work on a regular and dependable basis.
• Interacts in a professional and respectful manner with city staff and the public.
• Cleans garage; keeps accurate records of repairs and parts/supplies used via computer interface and software; drives vehicles to return to shop or to ensure proper operation.

OTHER JOB FUNCTIONS:

Performs other tasks as assigned.

SELECTION FACTORS:

(Applicants should describe their previous experience and training for each of the following selection factors. These factors will be the basis for selecting the most qualified applicants to be interviewed. Candidates selected for employment must satisfactori­ly demonstrate possession of these factors during a prescribed probationary period, and afterwards, for continued employment.)

• Considerable knowledge of the principles governing the operation and maintenance of diesel engines;
• Considerable knowledge of the principles governing the operation and maintenance of internal combustion engines;
• Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and technology used in the repair and maintenance of automotive and related equipment;
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the automotive repair trade;
• Skill in the use and care of tools, equipment, and materials of the mechanical trade;
• Skill in repairing defects in a wide variety of automotive equipment;
• Ability to diagnose mechanical, electrical, and electronic failures;
• Ability to read, comprehend, and apply technical instructions in a variety of repair manuals;
• Ability to adapt successfully to the wide range of equipment repaired in the shop;
• Ability to understand and execute oral and written instruc­tions and to interpret hydraulic and electrical plans and sketches;
• Ability to safely operate gas and arc welding equipment to fabricate parts or mounting equipment;
• Ability to learn new technology and terminology of modern automotive equipment;
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relation­ships with supervisor, co-workers, and other city employees;
• Ability to keep accurate records of time and supplies;
• Ability to provide quality services in a cost-effective manner and to recommend improved methods of performing the work;
• Ability to physically perform the essential functions of the job;
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle as evidenced by a good driving record;
• Possession of standard automobile mechanics tools at the time of appointment.