What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic I - Fleet Services position at Williamson County?
Reporting directly to the Shop Supervisor, responsible for performing routine and preventive maintenance and repairs to equipment and vehicles.
- Performs preventive maintenance necessary to ensure the proper functioning of vehicles and/or heavy equipment, mechanical systems, and component parts
- Performs vehicle and medium-heavy truck diagnostics using scan tools and laptop computer
- Performs major and minor repairs on all air conditioning systems including automotive, medium-heavy, and heavy trucks
- Performs major and minor mechanical work, including but not limited to, repair and replace water/fuel pumps, radiators, alternators, differentials, timing chains, belts, hoses, fuses, valves, and batteries
- Operates a variety of hand, power, and shop tools
- Operates a variety of machinery such as computerized tire balancing machine, tire mount/dismount machine, and front-end alignment machine
- Cleans and maintains shop facilities and equipment
- Responds to service calls for assistance; retrieves or repairs vehicles and equipment in the field, as needed
- Assists in locating mechanical parts
- Transports vehicles and equipment to various locations
- Collaborates with vendors, technical staff, and manufacturing representatives
- Performs vehicle inspections for the State of Texas
- Attends all trainings and meetings as required
- Performs special duties as assigned
ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS
- Reports directly to – Shop Supervisor
- Direct Reports – No
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Position involves frequent sitting, standing, and walking
- Position involves climbing ladders, carrying toolboxes, and operating hand and power tools
- Position involves bending, kneeling, crawling, and maneuvering in and around all kinds of equipment
- Position involves lifting a minimum of 75 pounds to waist height
- Position involves seeing and hearing as well as perceiving colors
- Position involves writing and reading to a size 10 font
- Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle
ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS
- Indoor and outdoor work in all environments, including inclement weather
- Travel between work sites, as required
- Exposure to dust, chemicals, fumes, bacteria, fungus, and high noise levels
IRREGULAR HOURS
- Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 7:30 am – 4 pm) may be required
- May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.
- High school diploma or equivalent and three (3) years of vehicle and equipment maintenance experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
- Must provide own hand tools
- Prior experience with scan tools, shop gauges, and welding
- Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
- Basic computer skills such as email, word processing programs, and data entry
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
- Valid Class C driver’s license
Required within six (6) months of employment
- Class A Commercial Driver’s License
- State Vehicle Inspector License
- Two (2) Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) certifications OR two (2) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certifications
- Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Four (4) OEM certifications OR four (4) ASE certifications
- Four (4) years of vehicle and equipment maintenance experience
EMPLOYMENT TESTING
Employment is contingent on passing any post-offer pre-employment screening as listed below:
- Criminal background check: Yes
- Motor Vehicle Record check: Yes
- Drug screening: Yes
- Physical exam: No
- Psychological exam: No
- Additional: N/A
Williamson County is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA). If you require an accommodation in order to apply for a position, please request assistance from the Human Resources Department.
TOBACCO FREE WORKPLACE POLICY
Williamson County is a tobacco free workplace. The use of tobacco products (e.g., cigarettes, cigars, pipes, snuff, chew, etc.) and Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) (e.g., vapor, e-cigarettes, etc.) is prohibited on all Williamson County premises. Employees who violate this policy are subject to appropriate disciplinary action up to and including termination of employment.
Salary : $23 - $27
