GENERAL PURPOSE: Under general supervision, performs diagnostics, repairs, inspections, and maintenance on light and heavy-duty vehicles, equipment, trailers, and marine engines/equipment.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by employees in

this classification is only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Diagnoses, repairs, and rebuilds all systems and components on a variety of light and heavy-duty vehicles, equipment, and trailers.
• Installs, uninstalls, diagnoses, and repairs aftermarket accessories, equipment, and truck bodies.
• Performs diagnostics and major/minor repairs, component rebuilds, and electrical system repair on hydraulic systems.
• Determines the extent of repairs and condition of vehicle/equipment to recommend the most cost-efficient and practical solution.
• Utilizes diagnostic equipment, service manuals, wire diagrams, flow charts, pinpoint tests, and computer technology. 
• Performs preventative maintenance inspections, adjustments, repairs, and lubrication services.
• Completes all the customers reported issues on a work order and performs a quality control inspection prior to completion.
• Effectively prioritizes workload, logs services performed, and turns in work orders. 
• Maintains, repairs, and utilizes fleet shop equipment, tools, facilities, and vehicles.
• Performs duties in the fleet shop and at various locations throughout the city. 
• Always acts with integrity, is respectful towards coworkers and customers, and goes above and beyond their assigned duties.
• Properly cleans and disposes of hazardous chemicals and fluids in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.
• Utilizes a welder, plasma cutter, and oxygen/acetylene torch to make repairs, and fabricate metal parts and tools. 
• Tracks and maintains all certifications and licenses and stays up to date on new and relevant information.
• Represents the City’s core values and always maintains a high level of customer service.
• Always utilizes proper safety equipment and procedures in accordance with all safety regulations and laws.
• Recognizes, avoids, and reports unsafe acts, conditions, accidents, and injuries.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

Education and Experience:

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Texas Commercial Class B Driver’s License or obtain one within 6 months of employment.
• Police shop requires a valid Texas Class C Driver’s license.
• Specific technical training, certifications, or license endorsements may be required for some job assignments.

Required Knowledge of:

• City organization, policies, and procedures.
• Federal and state safety laws and regulations, including drug and alcohol testing guidelines for CDL.
• Federal, state, and local laws pertaining to hazardous chemical/waste disposal.
• Safety equipment and practices in a shop environment.
• Vehicle/equipment systems and components and how they work.
• Diagnostic equipment and repair procedures.
• Basic electrical principles. 
• Basic hydraulics and hydraulic systems.
• How a preventative maintenance program works and why it is important.
• Tools and equipment used in the repair of vehicles and equipment.
• Metal fabrication, welding methods, and procedures. 

Required Skill in:

• Inspecting, diagnosing and repairing a variety of vehicle/equipment systems and components. 
• Computerized diagnostic tests on vehicles/equipment.
• Diagnosing and repairing hydraulic systems and components. 
• Performing routine maintenance and tire repairs.
• Repairing automotive electrical systems. 
• Reading and interpreting technical manuals, flow charts, pinpoint tests, and wire diagrams.
• Proper use and maintenance of all shop tools and equipment.
• Proper use of safety equipment. 
• Customer service.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with City employees and the public.
• Welding, metal fabricating, and adapting parts and tools to specific repairs.
• Complete a 6-month probation period.
• Have a valid Texas Class B CDL within 6 months of employment start date.
• Have an insurable driving record.
• Police shop – Have a valid Texas Class C Driver’s License and have an insurable driving record.
• Display safe working habits.
• Proficient in routine maintenance, preventative maintenance inspections, repairs, and tire repairs.
• Proficient in the diagnosis and repair of most major systems and components on vehicles/equipment.
• Demonstrate the ability to collaborate with others.
• Extensive knowledge in the diagnosis and repair of all major systems and components on vehicles and equipment.
• Demonstrates self-motivation and successfully trains techs and drivers.