Senior Mechanic - Heavy Truck Focus

The primary function of an employee in this class is to perform journey level skilled mechanical and technical duties to maintain and repair City vehicles. This position is under the direct supervision of the Fleet Supervisor with considerable latitude granted for independent judgment and initiative.  The principal duties of the position are performed in a repair shop environment and include use of electrical and air-powered maintenance tools and heavy equipment with exposure to fuels, fumes, and solvents.
 
This position is differentiated from the Fleet Mechanic position by the ability of the employee to perform work independent of guidance and in advanced troubleshooting and fabrication abilities.
 
Crew Leader Responsibility: 
This position is not the immediate supervisor of the following positions but may act as a crew leader for:

• Fleet Mechanics

Examples of Work  (Illustrative Only)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Inspects and performs preventive and corrective maintenance of the City’s vehicles, including both gas and diesel light- and heavy-duty equipment, cars, motorcycles and other city vehicles;
• Performs maintenance and safety inspection functions including but not limited to, inspecting and replacing such component parts as starters, alternators, generators, batteries, hydraulic cylinders, carburetors, brake systems, and related components;
• Services vehicles and equipment with fluids and lubricants, performing tune-ups, clutch and brake adjustments, mounting and balancing tires, and servicing front end steering and suspension systems;
• Diagnoses, repairs and overhauls a variety of systems including but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, heating and cooling, emissions, hydraulic, air brake, power train, chassis, gasoline and diesel power plants and fuel systems, and related mechanical systems;
• Diagnoses and repairs electronic engine, brakes, and transmission controls;
• Assists in estimating costs and labor or work orders;
• Replaces and rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines, clutch assemblies, transmissions and rear axles;
• Performs repair and replacement work on vehicle body parts when practical;
• Records hours, parts, and activities in a computer maintenance tracking system;
• Maintains repair, inspection, and maintenance records, logs, and documentation;
• Prepares parts and equipment purchase requests;
• Maintains, cleans, and repairs shop tools, equipment, and work areas;
• Assists in training new employees;
• Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices.

Other Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates a variety of light- and heavy-duty equipment during emergency situations;
• Work assigned shift (including seasonal night shift for snow operations);
• On call after regular hours to respond to emergency situations;
• Performs other related duties as required.

Knowledge of:

• Materials, methods, principles and practices, tools, and objectives of vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair;
• Installation, diagnosis, servicing, and repair of gasoline and diesel engines, brake systems, steering and suspension systems, hydraulic systems, power and transmission systems, heating and cooling systems, vehicle electrical systems, computerized engine controls, and related components and systems;
• OSHA and City safety standards related to diesel, automotive, and equipment repair.

Ability to:

• Follow written and oral instructions;
• Read and interpret technical and service manuals, instructions, and documents;
• Operate vehicle and equipment diagnostic equipment;
• Operate a variety of hand, electric and air tools;
• Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on emergency response vehicles;
• Plan projects and accurately estimate materials:

• Operate a personal computer using program applications appropriate to assigned duties.

• High school diploma or GED equivalency, supplemented with specialized training in automotive/light and heavy equipment; and
• Ten (10) years of experience in medium to heavy duty repair work including one (1) year diagnostics experience

OR

• Five (5) years of experience in medium to heavy duty repair work AND two (2) relevant ASE certifications.
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work.
• For internal promotions:
  • No disciplinary action greater than a verbal warning, within the last six months and;
  • A recommendation for this pay grade from the employee’s immediate supervisor and approval of the Public Works Maintenance Manager and Public Works Director.

Special Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license required, and
• Commercial driver’s license (minimum Class B) with tanker endorsement or ability to obtain within six (6) months;

Essential Physical Abilities

• Sufficient clarity of speech and hearing or other communication capabilities, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to discern verbal instructions, discern engine and other mechanical noises, and communicate effectively with the public and other employees;
• Sufficient visual acuity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to comprehend written work instructions, read gauges, prepare worksheets, review and interpret a variety of written documents, plans, specifications, and technical manuals;
• Sufficient manual dexterity, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to operate computer equipment, a variety of hand, electric and air tools and equipment, and operate a motor vehicle;
• Sufficient body mobility, strength, flexibility, and physical reflexes, with or without reasonable accommodation, which permits the employee to stand for long periods of time; bend, sit, squat, stretch and work in awkward positions for extended periods of time; lift and carry objects weighing up to 80 pounds, and work in a garage/repair shop environment.

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