Small Engine Mechanic

Nampa,

Small Engine Mechanic

Hiring Salary Range (DOE): $20.00 - $23.67 hourly

• This position does not qualify for VISA sponsorship.

Department:
Parks

Job Status:
Full Time

FLSA Status:
Non-Exempt

Reports To:

Parks Supervisor

Grade/Level: 15N

Amount of

Travel Required:

Some - In town

Benefits Eligible:
Yes

PERSI Eligible:
Yes

Work Schedule:

Monday through Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE!

The City of Nampa offers competitive benefits and growth opportunities, including

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PERSI Retirement Plan, with 11.96% employer contribution
• 401K & 457 Retirement Plans
• 11 Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• Life Insurance with AD&D
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Account
• Employer-Funded HRA VEBA Health Savings
• Wellness Program & Rewards
• Opportunity for student Public Service Loan Forgiveness
• Harward Recreation Center
• Other Great Benefits!

The role of the Parks Department Small Equipment Mechanic is to ensure multiple departments’ equipment is in safe working order and to schedule and perform repairs for the various teams. The work is performed under the supervision and direction of the Parks Supervisor, but considerable leeway is granted for the exercise of independent judgment and initiative. The nature of the work performed requires that an employee in this class establish and maintain effective working relationships with the assigned supervisor, other city employees and the public.

• Safely operates a variety of landscape maintenance equipment including mowers, trimmers, skid steers, backhoe, blowers, trucks, trailers, etc.
• Performs routine maintenance and major repairs to a variety of gasoline and diesel-powered landscape maintenance equipment.
• Implements and maintains a scheduled maintenance program for equipment.
• Performs preventative maintenance on equipment such as lubrication, cleaning, blade sharpening and converts equipment from lawn mowing to snow removal.
• Makes recommendations to supervisor on repairs and preventive maintenance of equipment to achieve efficient workflows.
• Determines and prepares proper gas/oil mixes for equipment.
• Troubleshoots and repairs equipment electrical systems.
• Performs welding and fabrication work for landscape maintenance equipment.
• Performs safety tests and ensures all safety mechanisms are functioning and in place.
• Performs battery maintenance including charging, replacing, and testing.
• Winterizes equipment and prepares it for seasonal use and/or storage.
• Establishes parts inventory system including ordering, storage, and dissemination.
• Schedules repairs and maintenance across multiple Parks and Recreation divisions.
• Troubleshoots and repairs mower hydraulic systems.
• Prepares cost estimates for repairs including gathering quotes from vendors and making recommendations on repair procedures.
• Reads and interprets manuals, drawings, and specifications for equipment.
• Prioritizes work tasks that affect the productivity of the department including performing emergency or time critical repairs.

• Attends meetings, conferences, workshops, and training sessions as required. Reviews publications and audio-visual materials to become and remain current on principles, practices, and developments in the field.
• Operates a personal computer and/or hand-held electronic devices using standard or customized software applications for assigned tasks.
• Keeps immediate supervisor and designated others accurately informed concerning work progress, including present and potential work problems and suggestions for new or improved ways of addressing such problems.
• Responds to citizens' questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
• Communicates and coordinates regularly with appropriate others to maximize the effectiveness and efficiency of interdepartmental operations and activities.
• Is punctual and timely in meeting requirements of performance, including attendance standards and work deadlines.
• Communicates information and states concerns in a clear and professional manner.
• Respects the opinion of others and demonstrates a reasonable relationship with employees, supervisors, and others.
• Accepts and performs in a timely and…