Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic

Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic

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1 Vehicle and Equipment Mechanic positions for 8.0 hours per day / 12 months

Applicants who successfully meet the employment standards outlined below and the supplemental questionnaire questions in the application will be invited to participate in the testing process.

Tentative Testing Schedule For This Recruitment:
Qualifications Appraisal Interview Date: TBD

Education And Experience:

Any combination equivalent to: graduation from high school and two years of journey-level automotive, compressed natural gas or diesel maintenance and repair.

• Valid California Class "B" Driver’s License with "P" (passenger endorsement) and "S" endorsement.
• California Bus Driver Certificate.
• Valid Forklift Certification.
• First Aid and CPR Certificates.

• Under the direction of the Manager of Transportation Services, perform repairs and preventive maintenance to diesel, gasoline, CNG and other equipment; perform functions of a bus driver as needed including during emergencies or shortage of drivers; ensure completion of projects in accordance with trade standards; provide information on the proper uses of equipment.
• Perform journey-level mechanical work in the inspection, diagnosis, repair and maintenance of a variety of large and small vehicles and equipment including diesel, gasoline, CNG and battery-powered equipment.
• Evaluate maintenance, servicing and repair needs; read and interpret schematics and diagrams; inspect and diagnose mechanical malfunctions; inspect assigned vehicles for brake system, oil levels, coolant, tire pressure, wiper blades, fan belts, exterior and interior condition; ensure that vehicles are in a safe operating condition.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and maintain Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) systems and related components.
• Perform routine maintenance safety checks and inspections; prepare vehicles for State-mandated smog inspections; steam clean equipment and prepare equipment for sale; perform routine maintenance including oil change, tire rotation, dismounts tires, mounts tires, brake check; maintain vehicles in a safe operating condition and meeting mandated requirements.
• Perform minor body work including front ends, fenders, upholstery; maintain the appearance and safe operation of the vehicles; overhaul, rebuild and tune engines and carburetors.
• Adjust and reline brakes; maintain, rebuild and replace air and hydraulic brake system components; change and balance tires.
• Change oil, transmission, brake and other fluids according to prescribed procedures; ensure compliance with laws, rules and regulations regarding the disposal of hazardous waste.
• Install, troubleshoot and repair security systems on buses.
• Overhaul, repair and adjust automatic and standard transmissions, drive shafts, differentials, universal joints, gears, valves, transfer cases and rear ends.
• Diagnose, repair and rebuild engine electrical and ignition systems, such as distributors, coils, alternators, starters, and related systems.
• Repair and maintain vehicle air conditioning units and related components; charge and recharge air conditioning systems; operate recovery unit to reclaim Freon according to established procedures; fabricate parts for items necessary for repairs.
• Repair small equipment including lawn mowers, backhoes, CNG pump; ensure the availability of equipment in safe operating condition.
• Maintain shop area, equipment and tools in a safe, clean and orderly condition.
• Operate a variety of specialized electronic diagnosis equipment and machinery including a computer.
• Attend unit in-service and safety meetings; convey and gather information required to perform job functions.
• Maintain records of repairs, vehicle warranties; document required information and meeting regulatory requirements; prepare written materials such as repair and maintenance logs, parts lists, warranty claims; document activities; provide written reference and meet mandated requirements.
• Maintain tools, equipment and shop area; ensure the availability of tools and equipment and safety within the workspace.
• Oversee assigned personnel; ensure that assignments are completed in a compliance within established guidelines.
• Perform functions of a bus driver when needed including during emergencies, shortage of drivers; transport passengers over scheduled routes to and from school in a safe and timely manner.
• Repair vehicle systems and components including diesel/gasoline, and CNG engines, transmissions, differentials, clutches; ensure the availability of vehicles in safe operating condition.
• Respond to road calls regarding disabled vehicles; perform emergency repair work in the field; drive a vehicle to conduct work.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Techniques and practices of maintenance and repair of heavy and light automotive vehicles and grounds maintenance equipment.
• Operation, theory and principles of gasoline and…