What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fleet Mechanic Helper position at City of Flint?
Services automotive equipment; assists journeyman automobile mechanics in the overhaul and maintenance of automobiles, trucks, tractors, and miscellaneous automotive construction equipment; performs related work as required. Cleans, washes oils, and greases automotive vehicles and parts.
Assists mechanics in the repair of automotive equipment.
Independently makes the less complex automotive repairs; makes routine adjustments and replacement of parts.
Dismantles automotive equipment preparatory to repairing or replacing worn or broken parts.
Cleans and cares for tools and machines.
Performs custodial duties by policing and keeping premises clean, answers telephone on afternoon shift.
Installs and removes batteries, repairs tires.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT(S):
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel.
Assists mechanics in the repair of automotive equipment.
Independently makes the less complex automotive repairs; makes routine adjustments and replacement of parts.
Dismantles automotive equipment preparatory to repairing or replacing worn or broken parts.
Cleans and cares for tools and machines.
Performs custodial duties by policing and keeping premises clean, answers telephone on afternoon shift.
Installs and removes batteries, repairs tires.
- Education equivalent to high school graduation or 12th grade equivalent.
- Must pass the promotional exam after six (6) months to progress to a Fleet Mechanic I
- Working knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and standard practices of the automotive mechanic trade.
- General mechanical ability and skill in making routine mechanical repairs to various parts of automotive equipment.
- Ability to perform routine servicing, including refueling, lubricating, battery, tire repair, radiator examination, and washing of cars.
NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT(S):
- Possession of a valid State of Michigan driver’s license.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel.
Salary : $18 - $19
