Mechanic III (Fleet Services)

We are currently seeking:

A Mechanic III to join our team and, under general supervision, maintain, repair and adjust City vehicles, equipment and machinery, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Performing preventive maintenance on City vehicles to maximize the effective life cycle of the equipment.
• Diagnosing mechanical and electrical problems on vehicles and equipment; performing maintenance and repairs within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
• Performing all phases of basic automotive maintenance, including tune-ups, troubleshooting and repairs, tire repairs, electrical diagnostics, brake work, engine diagnostics, hydraulics and lubrications.
• Diagnosing and repairing vehicle component systems, engines, transmissions, power trains, braking, and steering systems; using technical manuals and computer equipment to diagnose and correct vehicle problems.
• Repairing electrical, fuel supply, brakes, air conditioning and engine cooling systems; performing emergency repairs in the field as required; installing auxiliary and specialized equipment; verifying equipment meets safety standards before returning to fleet operations.
• Performing mandated annual safety inspections for City vehicles.
• Performing welding tasks, fabricating and repairing metal parts and components.
• Ordering parts as needed, maintaining shop, yard, and equipment in clean and orderly condition.
• Maintaining work orders, recording and logging services performed and general vehicle information.
• Utilizing proper safety precautions in all work performed, recognizing, avoiding, and reporting unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries.
• Participating in continuing education and certification opportunities.
• Providing training and assistance to any Fleet Services employee
• Supervisory duties in the absence of Supervisor, Level 4 Mechanics
• Completing additional training above Mechanic 2 requirements
• Hours: Monday through Friday 7:00am-4:00pm.
• Regular and timely attendance is required.

The above duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

• Safe and effective repair and maintenance of vehicles according to City standards.
• Organizational techniques with physical inventories and work scheduling.
• Inspecting, diagnosing and repairing mechanical, brake, fuel and electrical problems in gasoline and diesel vehicles.
• Reading and interpreting technical manuals and specifications.
• Safe use of power and hand tools, and chemicals, lubricants and cleaning compounds.
• Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
• Understand and adhere to City policies, procedures, and safety rules.

Education and Experience:

High School diploma or equivalent; and four years' experience in vehicle maintenance; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Required Licenses or Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Texas Driver License. Class A/B CDL may be required. If a Class A/B CDL is obtained, held, and utilizedduring the course of employment, employee will be subject to DOT guidelines and regulations.
• Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.
• Minimum of five ASE certifications to be obtained within 18 months of employment

Required Knowledge of:

• Federal and state traffic and safety regulations.
• Methods, tools and equipment used in repair and maintenance of vehicles.
• City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Safety practices in a workshop environment.

Physical Demands / Work Environment:

• Must have own tools sufficient to perform the daily repairs and duties.
• Work is performed in repair and maintenance facilities.
• Moderate physical demands; strength sufficient to lift and move items weighing up to seventy-nine (79) pounds; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment.
• Requires vision capacity to perform fine calibrations and differentiate between colored wires.

Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.