Essential Job Functions: Serves as skilled mechanic in the maintenance, repair and overhaul of a variety of gasoline and diesel powered heavy truck and fire equipment; performs complete brake overhauls on heavy trucks; capable of performing electrical troubleshooting.
Other Job Functions: Welding, fabricating, hydraulic cylinder and A/C repair; performs other duties as required. Job description statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job title. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Works inside and outside in all types of weather; is exposed to drafts, cold and hot temperature, noise, vehicle fluids, as well as mechanical, electrical, explosive, fumes/odor and chemical hazards; subject to 24 hour call-out; must be available to work 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Knowledge: Extensive knowledge of methods, materials, tools and techniques used in the maintenance and repair of heavy truck and construction equipment; knowledge of shop safety procedures; some knowledge of fire truck pumping systems and controls preferred. Familiarity with Detroit Diesel Series 60 engines and Allison transmissions.
Skills/Abilities: Ability to use diagnostic equipment; ability to repair or replace all parts associate with gasoline and diesel equipment including engine, transmission chassis, electrical and hydraulics; ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions; ability to read and interpret complex technical manuals; ability to supervise subordinate mechanics; ability to make independent decisions and to complete assigned tasks with little supervision; ability to operate shop equipment such as hydraulic jacks, overhead cranes, winches and forklifts; ability to make yearly progress toward ASE Master Technician rating; ability to operate large trucks and construction equipment.
 
Physical Requirements:  Constantly hears, sees, stands, bends, writes by hand, crawls works in uncomfortable positions; frequently lifts, pulls, carries, drags objects weighing up to 100 lbs., answers the telephone, climbs, crouches, drives, reaches, stoops, cleans, uses measuring equipment, requires stamina, and excellent manual dexterity for using hand tools and diagnostic equipment.
 
Education/Experience: Graduation from high school or equivalent; minimum two (2) years experience in all phases of complex repair of heavy duty truck and construction equipment; advanced training in automotive and heavy equipment repair and experience in painting, welding and sandblasting preferred.

Must meet tool box requirements. Must have a valid Texas Class C Driver's license with a good driving record. Other state valid Driver's License equivalent to Texas Class C with a good driving record will be considered. Texas state law requires within 30 days of residency, you must possess a valid Texas driver's license. Class A/CDL preferred, ASE certification in all service areas for heavy duty trucks desirable. Applicant selected for hire will be subject to a background investigation and drug/alcohol screen test.

The City of Beaumont provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, The City of Beaumont will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation or other assistance contact a Human Resources representative at (409) 880-3777 or through RELAY Texas at 1-800-735-2989 or mail your request to P.O. Box 3827, Beaumont, Texas 77704.
 
The City may consider all related education and/or experience in determining the applicant's minimum qualifications and starting salary.