Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Series)

Job Description

Salary : Heavy Equipment Mechanic 1 - GS.08N : $21.86 / hr - $26.41 / hr

Heavy Equipment Mechanic 2 - GS.09N : $23.79 / hr - $28.74 / hr

Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3 - GS.10N : $25.45 / hr - $30.75 / hr

Work Hours : Monday - Friday, 8 : 00 A.M. - 4 : 30 P.M. (EST)

• Hours may vary due to work assignments or projects.

Work Location : Pending upon assignment.

FLSA Status : This is a Non-Exempt position.

Department : Public Works - Fleet Division

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.

SERIES LEVEL : The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is a three level fleet services series.

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. 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 accommodations, in a timely manner.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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 a Heavy Equipment Mechanic 1,

Performs diagnostic tests to identify and rebuild / repair malfunctions on all diesel, gasoline and electric equipment (Refuse trucks, Brush collection trucks, Sweepers; Dump trucks, Tractors, Mowers, Leaf collection systems, Salt spreaders, Construction equipment, etc). Makes repairs to include overhaul of major and minor sub-systems. Diagnose hydraulic malfunctions, engines, repairs pumps, cylinders and control valves.

Overhauls pumps, actuators, transmissions, compressors, vacuum and electric controls and components. May weld and cut parts using welding equipment. Tests overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiency. Installs and repairs air-conditioning components.

Performs diagnostic tests and repairs / overhauls complete brake and steering systems. Performs inspections and serviceability / reliability checks / repairs / rebuilds on all brake, steering and driveline components. Performs in-depth preventative maintenance inspections and makes repairs to ensure reliability and safety.

Performs diagnostic tests and repairs on emission control systems. Must be able to make electrical system servicing and repairs on the majority of vehicles and equipment assigned.

Performs accurate documentation on repair work orders. Has ability to correctly open, document and close repair work orders. Correctly charges parts to work orders, completes all required documentation. Utilizes laptop computers to complete, verify parts / labor and inputs comments to detail repairs made.

Ensure a SAFE work environment, identifies / correct safety infractions, walks and talks safety. Wears PPE as required, performs job risk assessments.

Performs emergency road services to equipment outside the garage. Prepares and maintains records and reports relating to work accomplished. Performs other related work as required and assigned by supervisor.

When working as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic 2 / Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3,

All responsibilities from Heavy Equipment Mechanic 1 including the following additional responsibilities :

Performs major and minor mechanical repairs and adjustments on power drive, brakes, steering mechanisms, and electrical, cooling and related systems on light and heavy motorized equipment and vehicles.

Repairs and adjusts hydraulic and vacuum operated systems; replaces hydraulic motors, hoses and fittings; installs and adjusts power takeoffs.

Performs welding, fabrication and machine work incidental to completion of repair assignments.

Performs service calls for landfill equipment and on road equipment.

Adjusts and makes repairs to diesel engines; adjusts or repairs valves, carburetors, generators and related units; replaces all worn or defective parts. Performs daily housekeeping duties to ensure a clean and organized shop.

Performs other related work as required and assigned by supervisor including those assigned to lower levels in the series.

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 Heavy Mechanic 2 when the incumbent has achieved the required minimum qualifications and licenses / certifications for the next position in the series. (Mechanic 1)

Three (3) years of preventive maintenance experience required. This is a career ladder position. This position will receive an automatic progression to Heavy Mechanic 3 when the incumbent has achieved the required minimum qualifications and licenses / certifications for the next position in the series. (Mechanic 2)

Five (5) years of preventive maintenance experience required. (Mechanic 3)

LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS : Valid Tennessee Driver's License.

When working as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic 1 , attainment of ASE Certification T4 (Brakes) within 1 year.

When working as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic 2 , attainment of any three (3) T Series ASE Certifications (one must be T4).

When working as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3 , attainment of any five (5) T Series ASE Certifications (one must be T4). Valid TN Class A or Class B CDL required upon entry to the Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3 position and must be maintained ongoing.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS :

Heavy Equipment Mechanic 1 :

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.

Ability to perform routine preventative maintenance and simple repairs on motorized equipment, including gas and diesel powered engines; use hand and power tools; read and understand technical service manuals; understand and follow oral and written directions; keep simple records; work cooperatively with others; recognize and report defects or malfunctions, upon inspection; perform tasks requiring strength, such as two people positioning 100 pound equipment blades, carrying equipment parts, climbing onto equipment, and mounting tires on trucks and construction equipment; hear and distinguish various sounds, such as voices of co-workers in noisy environments and sounds of operating equipment; distinguish colors, such as color-coded wire and the color of fluids; distinguish temperatures of equipment, to avoid burns; use impact tools, such as tire guns and sledgehammers, which cause body vibration.

The City of Chattanooga provides an annual tool reimbursement of $1,200.00 after the first completed year of employment as a Heavy Equipment Mechanic in addition to providing uniforms and safety boots at no cost to the employee.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic 2 :

All knowledge and skills from Heavy Equipment Mechanic 1 plus :

Skill in performing major vehicle and equipment repairs; 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 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.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3 :

All knowledge and skills from Heavy Equipment Mechanic 1 and 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.

PHYSICAL 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 :

Heavy Equipment Mechanic :

Heavy Work : Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and / or up to 20 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, work space restrictions, intense noises and travel.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS :

Safety Sensitive : Y

Department of Transportation - CDL : N (Class A or B CDL required for Level 3)

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, lift test, and DOT Clearinghouse (for CDL requirement only).

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.

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