What are the responsibilities and job description for the Master Mechanic position at City of Grapevine, TX?
Salary : $27.15 - $39.37 Hourly
Location : Grapevine, TX
Job Type : Full-Time
Job Number : PW2501-4
Department : Public Works
Opening Date : 01 / 17 / 2025
Closing Date : 4 / 13 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central
Job Summary
MASTER 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
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 fire apparatus.
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.
10. Utilizes good housekeeping practices to maintain the shop, work area, tools, and equipment in a safe and orderly manner.
11. Regular and timely attendance is required.
12. Performs other related work duties as assigned.
Required Skills
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Requires a minimum of five years of recent experience in the repair and service of automobiles and trucks.
Must have Auto / Light Truck Master ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification, which requires successful completion of 8 exams (A1 thru A8) OR must have Medium / Heavy Duty Truck Master ASE certification, which requires successful completion of 6 exams (T2 thru T7).
If the Master ASE certification has not been obtained, one of the following requirements may substitute for the ASE requirement with a scheduled ASE training plan and achievement date within 24 months :
Certifications must be maintained during term of employment.
Must have air brake training and obtain certification within (1) year of hire or promotion.
Must have the ability to obtain mobile A / C certification within (1) year of hire.
Must possess or obtain (within 24 months) one or more of the Emergency Vehicle Technician Certifications (EVT) F1 thru F8 or E0 thru E4. Certification(s) must be maintained during term of employment.
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 Class A or B CDL Texas driver's license within twelve months of hire or promotion.
Must have the ability to obtain a "Official State of Texas Vehicle Inspector" license within (1) year of hire or promotion or as directed by management.
Must pass a pre-employment basic physical, drug screen, functional assessment screening (Level 2), Titmus vision screening, Ishihara vision screening and an audio screening.
Must be able to work shift work, overtime and be subject to on-call as required.
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 five years of recent experience in the repair and service of automobiles and trucks?
Do you have the ability to work outside of normal business hours, weekends, or weekdays as needed and on a rotating on-call basis?
Do you meet at least one of the following requirements for the Master Mechanic position?
Do you have air brake training and certification?
Do you have MACS (Mobile Air Condition Society) or ASE A / C certification?
Do you have one or more of the Emergency Vehicle Technician Certifications (EVT) F1 thru F8 or E0 thru E4?
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 : $27 - $39
