Mechanic I/II/III

Description

Under close supervision, performs semi-skilled and skilled mechanical work in the repair and maintenance of diversified automotive equipment. Work involves repairing and servicing automobiles, and performing minor custodial duties in the City garage. Employee must exercise some independent judgment in identifying problems in automotive equipment and in completing assigned tasks. Reports to the Automotive Mechanic Supervisor.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs routine maintenance and servicing on a variety of vehicles; repairs brakes; changes fan belts; replaces or charges batteries; replaces spark plugs; changes oil; replaces muffler; and replaces or cleans filters.
• Performs diagnostic tests in determining problems on various systems including electrical, hydraulic, water pumps, lighting, heating and cooling, etc.; makes necessary repairs.
• Repairs and performs maintenance on City equipment such as lawn mowers, tractors, bush hogs, woods cutters, etc.
• Removes and replaces damaged or worn tires, repairs inner tubes and mounts tires.
• Installs reflective markings to vehicles and equipment including letters, numbers, decals, etc.
• Perform preventative maintenance as required.
• Assists in purchasing of parts required for repairs.
• May make emergency road calls to perform minor repairs on vehicles or equipment or to tow disabled equipment to shop.
• May drive service truck to obtain parts and supplies; assists the parts department with inventory, as needed or requested.
• Sweeps floor, applies drying materials to oil or grease spills, and performs other custodial functions to maintain order and cleanliness in garage area.
• Performs other related duties as required.
  
  

Required Qualifications

Graduation from high school including, or supplemented by, course work in automotive mechanics, and

For Mechanic I -- 1 years of experience in automotive maintenance work; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities.

Salary range: $47,110 - $58,218

For Mechanic II -- 3 years of experience as an automotive mechanic; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities. ASE Certification, or equivalent certification, preferred. Virginia State Inspection License preferred. A valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) must be obtained within six (6) months of employment.

Salary range: $49,466 - $61,127

For Mechanic III -- 6 years of experience in automotive mechanics; or any equivalent combination of training and experience which provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities. Requires a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Virginia State Inspection License and 5 ASE Certifications, or equivalent certifications.

Salary range: $54,535 - $67,394

Requires a valid Driver's License.

Must maintain and use personal tools.

Available for first shift or second shift.

1st Shift is 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

2nd Shift is 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Supplemental Information

• Knowledge of the standard practices, tools, materials and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of a variety of gasoline and diesel powered vehicles.
• Knowledge of the operating principles of gasoline and diesel engines, and of the standard mechanical components of automotive and related equipment.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of equipment repair work and shop operations.
• Ability to use and care for tools, equipment, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of automotive and related equipment.
• Ability to exercise some independent judgment in detecting malfunctions in mechanical equipment. Is able to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform the manual labor associated with mechanical repair work.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.
• Ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or compositional characteristics (whether similar to or divergent from obvious standards) of data, people or things.
• Ability to speak/signal people to convey or exchange information. Includes receiving instructions, oral and written assignments and/or directions from superiors
• Ability to read work orders and requisition forms. Requires the ability to prepare work orders and time cards, using prescribed format.
• Ability to apply principles of rational systems to solve practical problems and to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form.
• Ability to record and deliver information, to explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to use and interpret auto mechanic terminology and language.
• Ability to utilize mathematical formulas; to add and subtract totals; to multiply and divide.
• Ability to inspect items for proper length, width and shape.
• Ability to differentiate between colors and shades of color.
• Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions. Must be adaptable to performing under minimal levels of stress.
  
  

Seasonal Employees- No Benefits

Part-time Employees - Sick Leave (See below)

Full Time Employees are eligible for the following benefits;

Retirement (Virginia Retirement System employer) for employees hired on or after 1/1/14 - Hybrid Members

Hybrid plan members contribute 4 percent of creditable compensation to the defined benefit plan and 1 percent to the defined contribution plan each month. Members may voluntarily contribute up to an additional 4 percent in 0.5 percent increments to the defined contribution plan each month. Members can increase or decrease their voluntary contributions on a quarterly basis. With the mandatory and voluntary contributions to the defined contribution component of the plan, members can contribute a maximum of 5 percent with a 3.5 percent match from the employer. Members invest in various investment options that best fit their needs.

Vested after 5 years in the defined benefit part of the plan. Vested in phases based on years in the Defined Contribution part of the Plan. The retirement eligibility for a full or reduced retirement pension in the Hybrid Plan is very detailed. Please contact the Virginia Retirement System or the Human Resources Department for details.

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Yearly earnings

120 Hours (1-59 months), 144 Hours (60-119 months), 168 Hours (120- 179 months), 192 Hours (180 and over)

Sick Leave

Part Time employees earn 4 hours per month Sick leave accrues at the end of the month and may be accrued with no ceiling.

Personal Leave

All regular full time employees are granted 24 hours of personal leave each calendar year. Personal leave must be preapproved and is not cumulative.

Health Insurance

Coverage available for you and your eligible dependents using pre-tax payroll deductions if elected.

Supplemental Insurances

Employees may purchase the following supplemental insurance policies: short term and long term disability, cancer, accident, supplemental hospitalization, and group universal life insurance.

Employer Sponsored Short Term and Long Term Disability

Provides disability coverage for employees work and non-work related disabilities. Work related disabilities are covered starting on day one (1). Non work related disabilities are covered starting on day eight (8), after you have been employed for one year.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Employees may participate in the Health Reimbursement, Dependent Care Reimbursement and Premium Reimbursement Accounts. All deductions are made on a pre-tax basis and will reduce your taxable income.

Life Insurance

The city pays the entire premium for life insurance coverage in the amount of 2 times annual salary for natural death and 4 times annual salary for accidental death.

Optional Life Insurance

Employees have the option of electing additional life insurance coverage in the amount of 1, 2, 3 or 4 times their annual salary. Employees may only purchase optional life insurance on spouses and children if they are enrolled in optional life insurance for themselves.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

12 weeks of job protected leave for leaves approved in accordance with the Family Medical Leave Act. Employees receive continuation of health insurance, job protection and consideration for a comparable job when available, or an equivalent job, upon return to work.

Funeral Leave

24 hours of paid leave of absence in case of death in immediate family.

Holidays

Suffolk follows the Virginia State holiday calendar as set by the Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Jury Duty

Time off with pay with difference between jury pay and regular pay or use annual leave and keep check.

457 Deferred Compensation, ROTH IRA, Traditional IRA

Offered through ICMA Retirement Corporation as a way to shelter a portion of your salary from income taxes and save for retirement.

Employee Assistance Program

Offers employees and immediate family members (3) free, confidential counseling sessions related to a broad range of issues such as marital or family conflict, job or personal stress, alcohol or drug abuse, financial or legal worries, etc.

Worker's Compensation

Should an employee have an on the job injury, he/she could be eligible for Workmen's Compensation Benefits, except in cases of willful neglect.

Pay Days

Employees will be paid on the 15th and last working day of each month.

Credit Union

A Suffolk Credit Union is available to employees.

Legal Services

Employees may prepay for access to legal assistance.

Notary Public Services

Services available in the Human Resources Department.

Alternative Work Schedule

For some positions -Offers 4 Alternative Work Schedule options to provide employees with greater control over their personal and professional time, as well as reducing absences.

01

Do you have a high school diploma or GED?

• Yes
• No
  
  

02

Do you have a valid driver's license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

03

Do you have any coursework in automotive mechanics?

• Yes
• No
  
  

04

Do you possess the required mechanical tools to fulfill duties of this position and are you willing to use your personal tools for this role?

• Yes
• No
  
  

05

Do you have a valid Virginia State Inspection license?

• Yes
• No
  
  

06

Do you have a valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL)?

• Yes
• No
  
  

07

Select the amount of time that best represents your professional experience as an automotive mechanic.

• 0 to 11 months
• 1 to 2 years
• 3 to 5 years
• 6 to 9 years
• 10 years
  
  

08

Do you have any current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE), Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), or equivalent certifications?

• Yes
• No
  
  

09

Do you have a Mobile Air Conditioning (MAC) Certification?

• Yes
• No
  
  

10

Can you work either 1st shift 6:00 am-2:30 pm or 2nd shift 8:00 am- 4:30pm?

• Yes
• No
• Required Question