Motor Equipment Repairman

MOTOR EQUIPMENT REPAIRMAN ? DPW WMEA GRADE 15 GENERAL STATEMENT OF

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Skilled automotive and truck repair

performed at the journeyman level. Duties involve responsibility for the

application of skills and knowledge in the maintenance repair, and

overhaul of trucks, specialized construction and maintenance equipment,

automobiles and other vehicles utilized in municipal operation.

SUPERVISION: Work is performed under supervision in accordance with

accepted trade practices adapted to municipal requirements with review

through inspections and tests during process and completion.

Instructions may be oral or written and are accompanied by drawings and

sketches when necessary. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES: The

essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as

illustrations of the various type of work that may be performed. The

omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the

position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the

position. Maintains and repairs passenger vehicles, trucks, backhoes,

loaders, compressors, sweepers, rollers, and all other specialized

municipal construction and maintenance equipment including accessories

and appurtenances. Must have ability to operate welding, cutting, and

brazing tools utilized in repair work. Repair and adjust brakes,

transmissions, rear ends, electrical, and cooling systems. Repairs,

straightens and finishes damaged metal on autos, trucks, and

construction equipment. Repairs and maintains hydraulic systems on

construction equipment and Refuse and Recycling Collection vehicles.

Performs Such Other Related Duties As Required. EDUCATION AND

EXPERIENCE: Graduation from a standard high school, vocational school,

or the GED equivalent. ASE certification in four (4) of the following

areas: Electrical, Diesel, Gasoline, Steering and Suspension; Drive

Train; Brakes; and Preventive Maintenance Inspection. Class B CDL and

1C, 2A, 4E, and 4G hoisting license required or ability to obtain

necessary licenses within six months of hire. SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Thorough knowledge of departmental operations, ability to apply

knowledge and experience to any departmental function; skill in

performing work at the journeyman level; skill in operating specialized

construction and maintenance of motor equipment. Working knowledge of

the Geography of the City. Ability to follow oral and written

instructions, frequently of a technical nature. The work involves

numerous standardized practices, procedures, or general instructions

that govern the work and in some cases may require additional

interpretation. Judgment is needed to locate, select and apply the most

pertinent practice, procedure, regulation or guideline. Ability to

communicate effectively both orally and in writing; strong communication

skills in relaying important information and ability to deal

appropriately with other employees, department heads and City officials.

Ability to maintain confidential information. Ability to understand and

follow directions and take the initiative in completing assignments.

Ability to complete work under pressure while maintaining a high degree

of accuracy in accordance with work deadlines. Ability to follow

departmental rules, regulations, policies & practices in all aspects of

job. Ability to establish and maintain effectively working relationships

and work cooperatively with coworkers, City officials, other City

employees and the public. Ability to communicate effectively with the

public in a courteous and professional manner.