Automotive Mechanic (Series) - Public Works - Fleet Management

Job DescriptionSalary : $19.76 - $23.87 Hourly (Automotive Mechanic 1 - GS.07N) $21.86 - $26.41 Hourly (Automotive Mechanic 2 - GS.08N) $23.79 - $28.74 Hourly (Automotive Mechanic 3 - GS.09N) $25.45 - $30.75 Hourly (Automotive Mechanic 4 - GS.10N)Work Hours : Monday - Friday, 7 : 00 A.M. - 3 : 30 P.M. (EST)

• Hours may vary due to work assignments, or projects. The City offers up to 27 days of PTO, 12 Paid Holidays, and more!
• Work Location : Amnicola GarageFLSA Status : This is a Non-Exempt position.Department : Public Works - Fleet Services
• Note : The Automotive Mechanic is a four-level series. Candidates may be hired at any level in the series depending on experience and qualifications.
• CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY : Incumbents in this classification are responsible for performing routine maintenance and repair of City vehicles and equipment. Duties may include performing preventive maintenance, changing starters, batteries and belts; changing fluids; performing alignments; assisting journey level mechanics and cleaning shop areas. Work is performed with moderate supervision.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS : The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities.Performs vehicle servicing activities which includes changing oil, checking fluid levels, inspecting brakes, chassis components and tires and performing other related activities on equipment ranging from 1 Ton and below. Logs result in appropriate forms.Responds to emergency calls for vehicle service in the field; may transport equipment and vehicles.Changes and repairs tires on City trucks and vehicles.Evaluates, detects and diagnoses major and / or minor electrical and mechanical problems on vehicles and / or equipment and implements required repairs which includes replacing starters and generators; realigning brakes and front ends; adjusting clutches; repairing air conditioning; installing thermostats and water pumps; greasing fittings and / or performing other related activities.Performs preventive maintenance on vehicles and / or equipment which includes refilling lubricants; tuning up engines; replacing worn parts; inspecting vehicles and equipment for safety hazards and / or performing other related activities.Participates in performing major overhauls which includes rebuilding alternators; removing and reinstalling transmissions and / or performing other related activities.Installs and repairs auxiliary emergency lights, cameras and / or other related equipment.Uses and maintains a full set of hand, power and shop tools and equipment related to the work; observes safe work methods and utilizes safety equipment related to the work.Assists in performing welding, cutting and fabrication of metal materials for heavy and light equipment repairs and / or modifications.Monitors and maintains inventory of applicable fleet maintenance supplies, inventory and equipment.Assists in cleaning and maintaining fleet shop area.May be required to use, carry and answer their cell phone as determined by their job duties and the department head.Must meet regular attendance requirements.Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in a timely manner.Performs other duties as assigned. This position requires rotating on call availability to support after hour service calls for the Chattanooga Police Department. This position is deemed essential during inclement weather situations, and must report to or remain at work, even when administrative closings are announced, as determined by the Department Head.DEPARTMENT SPECIFIC DUTIES (if any) : When working as an Automotive Mechanic 1, Performs vehicle servicing activities which includes changing oil, checking fluid levels, inspecting brakes, chassis components and tires and performing other related activities on equipment ranging from 1 Ton and below. Logs result in appropriate forms.Responds to emergency calls for vehicle service in the field; may transport equipment and vehicles.Changes and repairs tires on City trucks and vehicles.Evaluates, detects and diagnoses major and / or minor electrical and mechanical problems on vehicles and / or equipment and implements required repairs which includes replacing starters and generators; realigning brakes and front ends; adjusting clutches; repairing air conditioning; installing thermostats and water pumps; greasing fittings and / or performing other related activities.Performs preventive maintenance on vehicles and / or equipment which includes refilling lubricants; tuning up engines; replacing worn parts; inspecting vehicles and equipment for safety hazards and / or performing other related activities.Participates in performing major overhauls which includes rebuilding alternators; removing and reinstalling transmissions and / or performing other related activities.Installs and repairs auxiliary emergency lights, cameras and / or other related equipment.Uses and maintains a full set of hand, power and shop tools and equipment related to the work; observes safe work methods and utilizes safety equipment related to the work.Assists in performing welding, cutting and fabrication of metal materials for heavy and light equipment repairs and / or modifications.Monitors and maintains inventory of applicable fleet maintenance supplies, inventory and equipment.Assists in cleaning and maintaining fleet shop area.May be required to use, carry and answer their cell phone as determined by their job duties and the department head.Must meet regular attendance requirements.Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in a timely manner.Performs other duties as assigned.This position requires rotating on call availability to support after hour service calls for the Chattanooga Police Department. This position is deemed essential during inclement weather situations, and must report to or remain at work, even when administrative closings are announced, as determined by the Department Head.When working as an Automotive Mechanic 2,All responsibilities from Automotive Mechanic 1 including the following additional responsibilities : Overhauls, repairs, and maintains a wide variety of light vehicles and equipment and their component systems and computerized automotive systems; troubleshoots, diagnoses, and performs major repairs and overhauls to engines, involving inspection and replacement of broken or worn parts such as pistons, piston rings, valves, bearings, fittings, wrist pins, shafts, mufflers, blades, chains, cylinder heads and gaskets on equipment ranging from 1 Ton and below.Diagnoses, repairs, cleans, adjusts, and installs fuel, ignition, electrical and cooling systems involving repair and replacement of such parts as fuel pumps, starter motors, distributors, generators / alternators, voltage regulators, wiring, switches, batteries, radiators, thermostats, and water pumps. Diagnoses, repairs, overhauls, and rebuilds transmission systems and engines including such parts as clutches, standard transmissions, differential units, front and rear axles, gears, bearings, universal joints, and hydraulic units; removes, repairs, and replaces tires and wheels; diagnoses, adjusts steering mechanisms and other controls. Performs preventive maintenance on equipment, trucks, automobiles and other vehicles and equipment which includes changing oil and lubricating parts; fueling vehicles and equipment; road testing vehicles; inspecting vehicles in the shop and field; modifying, fabricating, and installing new parts using welding equipment; maintaining and repairing small gasoline engines and similar equipment. Reads and interprets manuals, drawings, and specifications; estimates labor, material and equipment and orders parts required to complete assignments. Picks up and delivers parts and equipment to and from vendors and / or applicable job sites. Completes forms and keeps accurate maintenance records. Stores, maintains records and arranges for disposal of hazardous waste materials such as oil, tires, batteries and other supplies and equipment related to the work. When working as an Automotive Mechanic 3 and Automotive Mechanic 4,All responsibilities from Automotive Mechanic 1 and 2 including the following additional responsibilities : Serves as a lead to lower-level fleet maintenance staff to include assigning and monitoring work, training staff on work methods and procedures and providing direction. May serve in the capacity of the Automotive Shift Supervisor in their absence. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS : High School Diploma or GED and required years of experience depending upon level series. Any combination of vocational / technical training in equipment or automotive mechanics and / or experience may be combined to satisfy the required experience, or any combination of equivalent experience and education.One (1) year of preventive maintenance experience required. This is a career ladder position. This position will receive an automatic progression to Automotive Mechanic 2 when the incumbent has achieved the required minimum qualifications and licenses / certifications for the next position in the series. (Automotive Mechanic 1)Three (3) years of preventive maintenance experience required. This is a career ladder position. This position will receive an automatic progression to Automotive Mechanic 3 when the incumbent has achieved the required minimum qualifications and licenses / certifications for the next position in the series. (Automotive Mechanic 2)Four (4) years of preventive maintenance experience required. This is a career ladder position. This position will receive an automatic progression to Automotive Mechanic 4 when the incumbent has achieved the required minimum qualifications and licenses / certifications for the next position in the series. (Automotive Mechanic 3)Six (6) years of preventive maintenance experience required. (Automotive Mechanic 4)LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS : Valid Tennessee Driver's License. When working as an Automotive Mechanic 1, attainment of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification A5 (Brakes) within 1 year.When working as an Automotive Mechanic 2, attainment and maintaining of any three (3) A Series ASE Certifications (one must be A5).When working as an Automotive Mechanic 3, attainment and maintaining of any six (6) A Series ASE Certifications (one must be A5).When working as an Automotive Mechanic 4, attainment and maintaining of ASE Automotive Master Certification that includes all A Series sections (A1-A9). KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS : Automotive Mechanic 1 and Automotive Mechanic 2 : Knowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of diesel and gasoline powered vehicles; diagnostic devices utilized in identifying vehicle and / or equipment malfunctions; the operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand, power and shop tools and equipment common to the field; safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work; basic shop mathematics and tire changing techniques. Skill in maintaining and repairing vehicles and equipment; detecting and diagnosing vehicle and equipment malfunctions; performing routine vehicle maintenance activities to applicable vehicles and equipment; operating and maintaining a wide variety of hand, power and shop tools and equipment used in the work; understanding and following oral and written instructions; preparing basic records and reports; reading and interpreting manuals, specifications and drawings and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees and those contacted in the course of the work. The City of Chattanooga provides an annual tool reimbursement of $1,200.00 after the first completed year of employment as an Automotive Mechanic 1 and Automotive Mechanic 2 in addition to providing uniforms and safety boots at no cost to the employee.Automotive Mechanic 3 and Automotive Mechanic 4 : All knowledge and skills from Automotive Mechanic 1 and Automotive Mechanic 2 plus : Knowledge of welding techniques; braking, electrical and hydraulic systems; electrical circuit operations; advanced methods, techniques, parts, tools and materials used in the maintenance and repair of diesel and gasoline powered vehicles; diagnostic devices utilized in identifying vehicle and / or equipment malfunctions; the operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand, power, shop tools and equipment common to the field; safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work; shop mathematics and tire changing techniques. Skill in prioritizing and assigning work; welding, cutting and modifying equipment and vehicle body parts; fabricating parts; performing major vehicle and equipment repairs; maintaining and repairing vehicles and equipment; detecting and diagnosing complex vehicle and equipment malfunctions; performing vehicle maintenance activities to applicable vehicles and equipment; operating and maintaining a wide variety of hand, power and shop tools and equipment used in the work; understanding and following oral and written instructions; preparing records and reports; reading and interpreting manuals, specifications and drawings and establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees and those contacted in the course of the work.The City of Chattanooga provides an annual tool reimbursement of $1,200.00 after the first completed year of employment as an Automotive Mechanic 3 and Automotive Mechanic 4 in addition to providing uniforms and safety boots at no cost to the employeePHYSICAL DEMANDS : Positions in this class typically require climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.WORK ENVIRONMENT : Automotive Mechanic : Medium Work : Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 10 pounds of forces constantly to move objects. Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, electrical currents, vibrations, fumes, odors, dusts, gases, poor ventilation, chemicals, oil, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises and travel.SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS : Safety Sensitive : YDepartment of Transportation - CDL : N Child Sensitive : N SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION : All employees must maintain Tennessee residency from the date of hire.This position requires pre-employment screening(s) that include : background check, drug screening, and lift test.The City of Chattanooga, Tennessee is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourage both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.250072 CS

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