What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic I/II position at City of Campbell?
The City of Campbell Public Works Department is recruiting for a Mechanic I/II. Depending on the qualifications of the selected applicant, this position may be filled at either the Mechanic I or Mechanic II level.
Under general supervision, to perform a wide range of mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, servicing and repair of a variety of automotive and mechanical equipment; and to do related work as required.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Mechanic I: This is the entry level class in the Mechanic series. Incumbents typically have a minimum of one year experience under immediate supervision while learning job duties. As experience is gained, a wider variety of duties is performed.
Mechanic II: This is the full journey level class within the Mechanic series. This class is distinguished from Mechanic I by the assignment of the full range of duties assigned. Employees at this level receive only occasional instruction or assistance as new or unusual situations arise, and are fully aware of the operation procedures and polices within the work unit. Typical duties will include, but are not limited to:
- Cleans, washes and services motorized equipment;
- Lubricates automotive equipment;
- Inspects, services and makes minor repairs to batteries, tires, electrical systems, brakes, radiators, etc., and reports the need for further repairs;
- Operates gasoline pump;
- Keeps rolling stock supplied with fuel, oil, grease and water;
- Maintains fuel, lubrication and maintenance records;
- Sweeps and cleans shop and maintains it in an orderly condition;
- Obtains and keeps records for parts;
- Services and repairs cars, trucks, street sweepers, tractors, air compressors, cement mixers, loaders and other automotive equipment;
- Makes minor adjustments;
- Adjusts clutches;
- Checks wheel alignment;
- Changes and charges batteries;
- Fixes lights;
- Straightens fenders and dents;
- Overhauls and tests generators;
- Tunes up motors using testing equipment;
- Inspects tires and other auto parts;
- Makes emergency field repairs;
- Keeps records;
- Makes reports;
- Uses independent judgment as to method of repair after receiving a complaint with respect to the operating condition of a given piece of equipment;
- Assists in cleanup of shop areas;
- Performs established preventative maintenance inspections and repairs on all types of gas, diesel and alternative fuel, heavy, light, construction and special equipment;
- Performs complete major and minor tune-ups;
- Performs inspections and diagnosis on a variety of equipment and verifies sources of problems or failures based on vehicle condition, driver complaints, visual observations and/or test equipment indicators;
- Repairs all types of auxiliary systems including, but not limited to: transmission, differentials, carburetors, distributors, electrical, steering, hydraulics, exhaust, brakes, wiring, cooling, racks, axles, and other major heavy equipment components;
- Road tests vehicles and certifies mechanical work to ensure they are in safe running condition.
Mechanic I:
- Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade
- One year of service station or garage work experience.
- The one year experience requirement may be substituted by one year of postsecondary course work relating to automotive maintenance and repair including some practical course work involving equipment maintenance.
- Equivalent to completion of the twelfth grade
- Three years of journey-level experience.
- One year of directly related post-secondary course work may be substituted for one year of the experience requirement.
Knowledge of:
Mechanic I:
- Lubricating materials, tools and devices;
- Tire maintenance and repair;
- Common automotive parts and supplies;
- Standard mechanic's tools and equipment;
- Methods and techniques for maintaining maintenance and supply records.
Mechanic II (In addition to the qualifications for Mechanic I):
- Preventive maintenance principles and inspection techniques;
- Standard practices, methods, tools and equipment of the trade;
- Principles of gasoline and diesel engines;
- Hazards and safety precautions of the trade (OSHA).
Ability to:
Mechanic I:
- Perform routine service and repair to automotive equipment.
Mechanic II (In addition to the qualifications for Mechanic I):
- Perform journey-level work involving the service and repair of automotive and mechanical equipment;
- Demonstrate skill in the use of tools and equipment employed in motor repair and adjustments, and in locating and adjusting defects in motorized equipment;
- Work independently.
Possession of: Valid California Driver's License.
In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, the City of Campbell will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the Human Resources Division.
The City of Campbell is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $78,478 - $111,613