Fleet Services - Automotive Mechanic I/II/III - Fleet

GENERAL DESCRIPTION 

Under general supervision of the Supervisor II – Fleet Services, the Automotive Mechanic I/II/III performs inspection, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of gasoline, diesel, hybrid, and electric-powered light vehicles to ensure the safe and reliable operation of the City’s fleet. This position performs preventative maintenance and repairs on automotive systems including engines, transmissions, brakes, electrical systems, driveline components, and air conditioning systems. Work also includes installing and maintaining vehicle accessories and equipment such as emergency lighting, push bumpers, seating systems, decals, and other specialized components used in City vehicles, including police units. Employees utilize diagnostic tools, shop equipment, and fleet maintenance software to document repairs, track maintenance activities, and maintain accurate service records. Positions in this series progress in responsibility and complexity, with higher levels performing advanced diagnostics, exercising greater independent judgment, and providing limited guidance to other staff. 

SUPERVISION EXERCISED 

Automotive Mechanic I/II  

This positions exercise no supervision. 

Automotive Mechanic III  

This position may exercise technical supervision over lower-level staff. 

IMPORTANT AND ESSENTIAL DUTIES 

Inspect, repair, and perform diagnostic checks and troubleshooting techniques on a variety of gasoline, diesel, hybrid and electric powered light vehicles.  

Overhaul and/or repair components such as clutches, brakes, transmissions, transfer cases, differentials, universal joints, air conditioning and electrical systems. 

Adjust and replace necessary units and parts including valves, pistons, brakes, hoses, body parts, switches, engine parts, and fuel and exhaust components. 

Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repairs in Fleet Maintenance software. 

Provide Parts staff with complete and accurate information when ordering repair parts. 

Maintain personal and common work areas according to established safety standards. 

Install or replace logos, decals, and placards as needed. 

Outfit City vehicles, including police vehicles with accessory packages including seats, emergency lighting, push bumpers and other related equipment. 

Operate a personal or city vehicle.  

OTHER JOB RELATED DUTIES 

Perform other job related duties and responsibilities as assigned. 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 

Knowledge of: 

Methods and procedures, tools, equipment, and materials used in the diagnosis, repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment. 

Applicable safety standards for vehicles, equipment, and work areas.  

Safe driving principles and practices. 

Full range of automotive, diesel, and alternative fuel mechanics. 

Skill to: 

Operate shop tooling and diagnostic equipment. 

Make safe, cost effective and reliable repairs to City vehicles. 

Use sound judgment when making repair decisions. 

Safely operate a variety of motor vehicles.   

Ability to: 

Follow oral and written instructions. 

Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. 

Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work, both internally and externally. 

Follow and embrace the City of Abilene Core Values – Respect, Integrity, Service Above Self, and Excellence in All We Do. 

Perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect. 

Automotive Mechanic III  

Lead, manage, and perform as a team member in a manner that accomplishes the Division’s mission and treats team members with dignity, courtesy, and respect. 

Experience and Training Guidelines: 

For positions with more than one level, all listed requirements at the lower levels are required at the higher levels. Any combination equivalent to experience and training to provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may be qualifying.  Knowledge, skills, and abilities may be obtained through: 

Automotive Mechanic I 

Experience: 

This is an entry-level position.  

At least 18 months of related experience, such as quick lane-type experience with light mechanical work, is preferred. 

Education/Training: 

A high school diploma or a GED is required. 

License or Certificate: 

A valid Texas Driver’s license; the ability to obtain one within ninety (90) days, or a military waiver is required. 

Automotive Mechanic II 

Experience: 

Three (3) years of experience equivalent to that of an Automotive Mechanic I for the City of Abilene is required. 

Education:  

Completion of training courses leading to any of the Automotive Service Excellence Certification Tests or factory training directly related to City owned vehicles is required.  

Automotive Mechanic III 

Experience:  

Five (5) years of experience equivalent to that of an Automotive Mechanic II or a full journey level Automotive Mechanic is required. 

Education:  

Completion of any of the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification Tests  A1-A9 for light vehicle mechanics or a similar level of achievement in OEM (Ford, Chevrolet, Dodge or other OEM) coursework is required.  

Special Requirements: 

Essential duties require the following physical skills and work environment: 

Considered Essential Personnel in the event of City Offices closure and reports  

to work as assigned by the Director. 

Exposure to cold, heat, noise, outdoors, vibration, confining work space, chemicals, explosive materials, mechanical hazards, and electrical hazards. 

With or without accommodation, the “X” indicates the overall strength demand of the position during a typical workday: 

___ Sedentary – lifting of no more than 10 pounds 

___ Light – lifting no more than 20 pounds; carrying up to 10 pounds 

___ Medium – lifting no more than 50 pounds; carrying up to 25 pounds 

_X_ Heavy – lifting no more than 100 pounds; carrying up to 50 pounds 

___ Very Heavy – team lifting over 100 pounds; carrying more than 50 pounds 

Physical Demand Codes:  The following describes whether or not the position is expected to exert the physical demands listed during a typical workday as well as the overall frequency of the task: 

Codes for how often: 

N  = No 

E = Extensive (100 – 70% of the time) 

M = Moderate (60 – 30% of the time) 

I = Infrequent (20 – 10% of the time) 

A = Almost Never (<10% of the time) 

Code / Task 

_M_ Standing 

_I__ Sitting 

_M_ Walking 

_M_ Lifting 

_M_ Carrying 

_M_ Pushing/Pulling 

_I__ Overhead Work 

_M_ Fine Dexterity 

_M_ Kneeling 

_M_ Crouching 

_I__    Crawling 

_M_ Bending 

_M_ Twisting 

_I__ Climbing 

_M_ Balancing 

_E_ Vision 

_E_ Hearing 

_M_ Talking 

___ Other:  _____________________