Mechanic III

Job Summary

This is skilled work of a Journeyman's level, involving repair and maintenance of motorized equipment. Under general supervision, performs mechanical repair on motorized gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and related equipment.

Essential Duties

• Troubleshoots, repairs gasoline and diesel engines, major assemblies, and components in automobiles, motorcycles, trucks, tractors, trenching machines, air compressors, and other mechanical equipment.
• Performs tune-ups on motorized equipment.
• Maintains and ensures proper handling and storage of assigned tools, equipment, materials, and work in progress.
• May be required to supervise lower-level Mechanics in the absence of a Maintenance Supervisor I.
• Performs other related work as required.

Requirements

• A thorough knowledge of the mechanical repair of all types of construction, automotive, transit, and other motorized equipment.
• A working knowledge of the theory and operation of internal combustion and diesel engines.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical defects.

Physical Requirements

• Must have the use of sensory skills to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact.
• Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office-related equipment, such as, but not limited to, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine.
• Work involves working indoors and outdoors in inclement weather conditions.
• Work involves sitting and standing for long periods of time.
• Work involves frequent typing, walking, and bending, lifting, and stooping for short periods of time.
• Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of up to 30 pounds.

Minimum Qualifications

• English and Spanish speaking is preferred.
• Must be ASE-certified.
• Graduated from high school or vocational school, supplemented with courses in automotive repair, diesel engine repair, electronics, hydraulics, and/or any combination of the above.
• Three years full-time paid experience as a mechanic.
• Must be certified in the following areas: Engine Repair, Suspension and Steering, Brakes, Hydraulics and Air, Heating and A/C, Engine Performance, Lite Vehicle Diesel Engines.
• Possession of a valid motor vehicle operator's license issued by the State of Florida.