What are the responsibilities and job description for the Journeyman Mechanic position at City of Grapevine, TX?
Salary : $23.46 - $34.02 Hourly
Location : Grapevine, TX
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : PW2501-3
Department : Public Works
Opening Date : 01 / 17 / 2025
Closing Date : 4 / 13 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
Job Summary
JOURNEYMAN MECHANIC HIRING INCENTIVE
- 2,000 paid upon hire
- 1,000 paid upon completion of a successful (passing evaluation) initial probationary period
- 2,000 paid upon completion of a successful (passing evaluation) 1-year period
New hires who receive this incentive and voluntarily leave City employment on or before completion of six months' employment shall repay the City the full $2,000 new hire (see repayment agreement).
New hires who receive this incentive and voluntarily leave City employment on or before completion of one year of employment shall repay the City the full $3,000 new hire (see repayment agreement).
JOB SUMMARY
The Journeyman Mechanic performs routine maintenance and repairs on all City-owned vehicles and equipment including automobiles, light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks, police pursuit vehicles, construction equipment, ambulances, and assists with fire apparatus maintenance.
Essential Functions
1. Performs routine preventative maintenance and state inspections on all vehicles and equipment.
2. Performs troubleshooting and accurate diagnosis of electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and computerized vehicle components.
3. Performs scheduled and unscheduled repairs to fleet vehicles and equipment while conforming to industry and federal standards.
4. Responds to roadside or field repairs as needed.
5. Test drives vehicles and operates equipment before and after repairs.
6. Performs accurate and detailed documentation of service and repairs utilizing computerized fleet maintenance software.
7. Assists in new vehicle and equipment check-in, up-fit, and decommissioning operations.
8. Interacts professionally and respectfully with the public, coworkers, and others in the course of daily work.
9. Utilizes good housekeeping practices to maintain the shop, work area, tools, and equipment in a safe and orderly manner.
10. Regular and timely attendance is required for this position.
11. Performs other related work duties as assigned.
Required Skills
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
High school diploma or equivalent is required.
Requires a minimum of three years of experience in the repair and service of automobiles and trucks.
Must have and maintain (3) three of the six listed ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certifications one from each category (A1 or T2) (A4 or T5) (A5 or T4). If the applicant does not have any of the aforementioned certifications, one of the following requirements may substitute for the ASE requirement along with a scheduled ASE training plan and achievement date within one year :
Must have the ability to obtain mobile A / C certification within (1) year of hire.
Certifications must be maintained during term of employment.
Must be able to work shift work, overtime and be subject to on-call as required.
Must be an "Official State of Texas Vehicle Inspector" or obtain within twelve months of hire or promotion or as directed by management.
Must pass a Federal / National criminal background check. Must have a valid Texas driver's license with an acceptable driving record as defined by City policy. Ability to obtain a CDL Class A or B Texas driver's license within twelve months of hire or promotion.
Must pass a pre-employment basic physical, drug screen, functional assessment screening (Level 2), Ishihara vision screening, Titmus vision screening, and audio screening.
WORKING CONDITIONS
While performing the essential functions of this position, there will be routine and frequent exposure to :
Safety equipment such as gloves, goggles, hard hats, safety vests, steel-toe boots, back support belts, and seat belts are provided and must be worn as required by department procedures and good safety practices.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
This job entails moderate physical labor, which requires strength and agility. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stand; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk and hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit or smell. The employee must occasionally lift, shovel, and carry 50. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Disclaimer
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the person assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the job requirements change.
Regular full-time employees are assigned to work at least 40 hours per week, and are eligible for the City's benefit package, subject to the conditions and limitations of each program.
The City of Grapevine offers a generous and comprehensive benefit package including vacation, holiday, and sick leave as well as medical, dental, life insurance. Please click HERE to view more information.
Do you have a High School diploma or GED?
Do you have three years of experience in the repair and service of automobiles and trucks?
Do you have the ability to work any day of the week (weekends and weekdays) and be available to be on call for 24 hours a day for a 7 day period on a fleet mechanic rotation?
Do you meet at least one of the following requirements for the Journeyman Mechanic position?
Do you have have MACS (Mobile Air Condition Society) or ASE A / C certification?
Do you have a Class A or B CDL Texas driver's license?
Do you have an "Official State of Texas Vehicle Inspector" license?
Required Question
Salary : $23 - $34
