Mechanic

Position Summary

Performs preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance to vehicles to include: automobiles, light trucks, medium trucks, heavy trucks, emergency service vehicles, and buses; and equipment to include: heavy construction equipment, lawn maintenance equipment, Public Services equipment and small equipment.

Mechanic pay, depending on ASE and EVT certifications. Mechanic pay without certifications, $42,420.00.

Mechanic Step Plan:
                   without cert.        STEP 1              STEP 2             STEP 3            STEP 4     

Annual     $42,420.00      $44,541.00     $47,881.58        $51,472.69     $55,333.14   

                   STEP 5             STEP 6              STEP 7                STEP 8
Annual    $59,483.13       $61,805.23        $64,895.49     $69,762.66

NOTE: The City will be supplying the tools needed for the job and will pay for future required ASE and EVT certifications.

Essential Functions

• Maintain fleet assets and City equipment by performing inspections, preventive maintenance, predictive maintenance and corrective maintenance.
• Maintain City shop and equipment.
• Performs State safety and emissions inspections.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Position Qualifications

Education

• High School Diploma or GED required.

Experience

• 1 year of experience in the repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel vehicles, automotive mechanic experience or related field required.
• Any combination of related, education, experience, certifications, and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job is an acceptable substitute for the above specified education and experience requirements. 

REQUIRED SKILLS & ABILITIES
 
Knowledge of: 

• Knowledge of internal combustion engines including gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuel.
• Knowledge of standard and automatic transmissions, PTO drives, drive axles, steering and suspension systems.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems to include pumps, motors, valves, and fittings.
• Knowledge of fuel systems.
• Knowledge of electrical and electronic systems.
• Knowledge of heating and air conditioning systems.
• Knowledge of braking systems.

 
Ability to:

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety practices and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks.
• Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to accurately account for parts and materials.
• Ability to accurately input data into the maintenance software system.
• Ability to read schematics, repair manuals, parts manuals and other related documents.
• Ability to operate the state inspection system.
• Ability to safety handle chemicals, fuels, and batteries.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical problems.

Skills: 

• Skill in use of personal computer including Microsoft Office, Open Office or similar word processing programs, e-mail and the internet.
• Skill in the troubleshooting, diagnose and repair of all fleet assets and small equipment.
• Skill in operation of shop equipment and tools.
• Skill in fabrication and welding.

Other Requirements:

• Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test, physical and functional capacity test.
• Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers License Class "C" and good driving record as defined by City policy.
  • An applicant who does not possess a Texas Driver's License or proper class, will be allowed ten (10) working days after a job offer is made to obtain proper licensing.
• Must obtain a valid class CDL-A Texas Drivers' License with good driving record within 1 year of hire date.
• Must obtain a State of Texas Department of Public Safety Inspector's License within 1 year of hire date.
• To move through the Mechanic payscale, must obtain a conmination Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certifications in repair categories approved by the City.

Work Hours

Monday-Thursday 7-5 Fri 7-11 will transition to 6-5 , transitioning to 4 days a week.