General Auto Tech/App - DPW-Fleet Services Operations

Overview

To provide general maintenance to City vehicles in support of the operating activities.

Position Responsibilities

Reads work orders and maintenance forms to ascertain the condition of vehicles, application of maintenance modifications and general maintenance.

Diagnose and isolate cause of malfunction in vehicle to be repaired.

Interprets and applies information contained in manufacturers' manuals, lube orders and other data relevant to the maintenance of vehicles.

Adjusts operating mechanisms such as valves, tappets, carburetors, governors, ignition systems, points, central linkage, clutches and brakes, using feeler gauges, dial indicators, special gauges and templates

Times magnetos, distributors, injectors, and injection pumps, using timing pins and lights

Replaces subassemblies, components and accessories, such as starters, fuel pumps, carburetors, generators, radiators, universal joints, brake shoes, engine mounts, low pressure lines and fittings

Instructs and assists lower skilled personnel in maintenance practices and procedures.

Operates wrecker or service trucks

Observes all job-site safety regulations

May be required to work overtime

Must be able to completely tear down and reassemble such components as engines, DIFF, TRAN, pumps, starters, gen, hyd, cyl.

Will be held responsible for tools/equipment supplied by the City

Performs related duties as assigned

Qualifications

High School Diploma or GED

Must have a valid Operator's license upon reporting to work

Ability to operate power tools, alignments, wheel balancing machines and engine analyzing machines

Ability to lift over 50 lbs

Ability to carry up to 15 lbs

Ability to perform the following: straight pulling, reaching above the shoulder, pushing, walking, standing and kneeling.

Ability for rapid mental muscular coordination simultaneously

Working ability to read and understand operating manuals, service manuals, and written instructions relative to job duties.

Knowledge of basic repair procedures and techniques applicable to the repair of vehicles

Must have hand tools relevant to this type of repair upon reporting for work.

• Must pass pre-employment physical.
• The above are minimum requirements.
  
  

If your qualifications meet the requirements of the posted position, your application will be referred to the hiring agency. Once the agency receives your application, all further communication during the interview and selection process will be handled directly BY THE AGENCY . It is IMPERATIVE that you record the contact information of the individual who is scheduling your interview. City-County HR will not have access to this information, is not involved in the interview or selection process, and can only confirm whether an application has been referred. After selection of the successful candidate, an official offer of employment will be made by HR.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in an automotive garage; however, there is some exposure to various outside weather conditions. Incumbent is exposed to constant noise a well as dust/dirt, asbestos, fumes, smoke, gases, greases, oils, electrical energy, vibrations, and solvents. May work on slippery surfaces, around machinery with moving parts, around moving objects/vehicles, hands in water or wet material. Incumbent works primarily alone and hours are generally specific. Unusual fatigue factors exist with these conditions.