GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Performs skilled work in the repair and maintenance of varied types of trucks, heavy equipment, and accessories. On occasion performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the repair and maintenance of automobiles. Performs related work as required.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Works under the supervision of an employee of higher classification.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED: MayExercise working supervision over employees engaged in semi- skilled repair and maintenance tasks.

1. Overhauls, repairs, and maintains a variety of light and heavy-duty trucks, heavy construction equipment, automobiles, their accessories, and other equipment such as air compressors, mowers, and spray equipment.

2. Performs major repairs on gasoline and diesel engines; transmissions; differentials; drive units; brakes; suspension systems; cooling systems; fuel systems; instrumentation; electrical systems; hydraulic systems; accessory power equipment. Removes, repairs, replaces, and rebuilds engines, carburetors, ignition systems and other components of trucks and heavy equipment. Performs skilled and semi-skilled repairs on automobiles, such as tune-ups, removing, repairing and/or replacing water pumps, fan belts and brakes.

3. Repairs and alters equipment using welding and cutting equipment.

4. Instructs apprentices and semiskilled workers in the repair and maintenance of trucks, heavy construction equipment, their components, other equipment, and automobiles.

5. Keeps time and work records, requisitions parts, and recommends the ordering of parts, tools and equipment. May maintain inventory records on automotive parts, lubricants, wheels, and tires.

6. Performs emergency road service and related field repairs.

7. Removes old paint and cleans surfaces such as metal, wood and glass for spray and letter painting, paints, stripes and letters construction and automotive equipment.

1. Minimum of four (4) years of fulltime, experience performing heavy equipment and mechanical repairs OR an associate’s degree (or an equivalent number of coursework hours) in Automotive Technology and two (2) years of experience as a Mechanic.

1. Considerable knowledge of the design, operation, and repair of light and heavy-duty gasoline and diesel equipment, hydraulic systems, and accessory power equipment.
2. Ability to diagnose mechanical defects and ability to determine parts and adjustments necessary to put equipment into proper operating condition.
3. Ability to meet physical, visual, and mental standards of the job.
4. Ability and willingness to work in a manner that will not needlessly endanger the safety to oneself, other persons, and equipment.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT(S):

• Possession of a valid State of Michigan Driver's License.
• Possession of a valid State of Michigan CDL with class B endorsement OR to obtain within one (1) year of appointment.
• Certification as a Specialty Mechanic in at least two of the first 6 categories of heavy-duty truck repair as defined by the State of Michigan (Categories include Engine Repair-Gasoline, Engine Repair-Diesel, Drive Train, Brakes & Braking Systems, Suspension & Steering Systems, and Electrical Systems.) or equivalent qualification/certification in a branch of the United States Military Service (copy of DD-214 must be provided as proof of qualification).
• Possession of basic hand tools as defined by the agreement between City of Flint and Local 1600 AFSCME.
• Ability and willingness to continue to pursue additional State of Michigan Heavy Duty Truck Repair Specialty Certifications in an effort to become a State of Michigan Certified Master Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic 1.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, feel or operate objects, tools or controls. The employee is also frequently required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and talk or hear. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more than 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

You must meet the minimum entrance requirements and attach supporting documentation to be considered for employment. Failure to supply required documentation (i.e. Transcripts, Driver’s License, incomplete application) will result in disqualification for consideration. Employees hired by the City must maintain residency as follows: Local 1600 - within 20 miles of the nearest boundary of the City of Flint.

Please be sure to complete the application in full. Resumes may be uploaded with your application, but will not be accepted in lieu of a fully completed application and will not be considered for qualifying credit. "See Resume" or "See Attachment" will NOT be accepted.

The job description does not constitute an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills. It is also not an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.