Chief Mechanic

Position Summary: Supervises, oversees, and participates in the daily operation of the Fleet repair facility including semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and repair of City vehicles and equipment, including light, medium, and heavy-duty automobiles, trucks, off-road construction equipment, patrol cars, and fire apparatus. Performs skilled mechanical tasks involving the maintenance and repair of complex City vehicles and equipment. This position provides functional leadership on the most complex maintenance tasks as well as program coordination in key areas of the service shop.

Distinguishing Characteristics: Senior-level class of series. Under limited supervision, positions at this level perform highly skilled manual labor or mechanical work, require outstanding problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills, and complete the most difficult, complex, and responsible duties assigned to the class within this series. Employees at this level must be fully trained in all procedures related to the designated area of responsibility and may supervise or serve as lead workers.

Essential Functions

Management reserves the right to add, modify, change, or rescind the work assignments of different positions and to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions of the job.

• Plan, prioritize, assign, supervise, review, and participate in the work of staff responsible for performing a variety of semi-skilled and skilled duties maintaining and repairing municipal vehicles and equipment.
• Provides assistance and oversight to staff performing mechanical repairs and diagnoses on equipment and vehicles, equipment installations, rebuilds, and replacement and adjustment of major assemblies and complex components.
• Participates in the selection of fleet maintenance staff; provides and coordinates staff training; and works with employees to correct deficiencies.
• Inspects work in progress and upon completion to assure repairs, maintenance, and project activities are in accordance with City regulations, policies, and operating procedures and practices; responds to and resolves complex work and equipment problems.
• Coordinates with City departments and divisions, vendors, customers, and regulatory agencies and keeps track of maintenance on fleet vehicles and equipment.
• Maintains parts and fleet data system, locates parts and sublets, and contractors as needed.
• Oversee the maintenance and upkeep of the Fleet facility and equipment including organizing, maintaining, cleaning, inspecting, and repairing facility and equipment.
• Report work status and special problems to management.
• Prepare various work-related written reports and schedules.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

Education: Associate’s degree (or higher) or graduation from an accredited vocational tech program in Automotive Systems Technology, Automotive Repair, Gasoline or Diesel Technology, or a related field. 

Experience: Five (5) years of experience in emergency vehicle, medium/heavy truck, or equipment repair and maintenance; two (2) years of supervisory experience, preferably within a local municipality.

Licenses and Certifications: Must have a combination of 12 certifications (ASE or EVT). Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Master Truck & Automotive Certification, and/or Master Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification, preferred. 

Other Requirements: This position is subject to emergency operations. The individual holding this position will be required to work as usual or as needed: during emergency operations, in preparation for prolonged emergency operations and/ or during recovery from prolonged emergency operations as directed by his/her direct supervisor, Department Head or designee, or the City Manager or designee.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
Knowledge of: Automotive, truck, and small and heavy equipment repair methods and techniques; maintenance management software; fueling system hardware; electronic and electrical automotive and fuel systems; regulatory requirements for vehicles, equipment, maintenance shops, and fuel systems; environmental and regulatory requirements for disposal of fuels, oils, tires, electronics, and other wastes or controlled items; safety practices; and principles and practices of employee supervision, including selection, training, and evaluation.

Skill in: Advanced repair of automotive, truck, and equipment assets; operating CDL vehicles, construction equipment, shop tools and equipment, and all other fleet assets; communicating with shift personnel concerning repair and maintenance activities; instructing and training employees in proper maintenance procedures, policies and procedures, and safety techniques; preparing billing and other fleet related reports; providing advanced training in automotive repair; providing leadership; assigning responsibilities; coordinating, monitoring, and following through on job assignments; 
providing accurate information needed in reports and memos; accurately inputting data in work order system; using personal computer including Microsoft Office, Open Office, e-mail, internet, maintenance management system, fuel system, inspection system, and other related systems; accepting responsibility for his/her actions; performing work accurately and thoroughly; following instructions, safety practices, and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks; communicating effectively, clearly, and concisely both orally and in writing; being punctual and attending work regularly; and working effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.

Physical Demands and Working Conditions: Must possess mobility to work in various City buildings and facilities; strength, stamina, and mobility to perform medium physical work, operate varied hand and power tools and related equipment; vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; and hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone or radio.  Finger dexterity is needed to access, enter, and retrieve data using a computer keyboard or calculator and to operate above-mentioned tools and equipment.  Positions in this classification bend, stoop, kneel, reach and climb to perform work and inspect work sites.  Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 50 pounds.

Employees work in buildings and facilities and are occasionally exposed to loud noise levels, controlled temperatures, confining workspace, chemicals, mechanical and/or electrical hazards, and hazardous physical substances and fumes.  Employees may interact with upset staff and/or public and private representatives, and contractors in interpreting and enforcing departmental policies and procedures.

The City of Lewisville has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities, which may be required. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. The position also requires meeting the essential requirements of the Physical Demands and Working Conditions, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Levels of positions within a class series are distinguished by the level of responsibility assumed, the complexity of duties assigned, the independence of action taken, the nature of the public contact made, and the impact and span of tasks performed.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract.  The City of Lewisville has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

Work Hours

Monday - Thursday 6 am to 5 pm.