Fleet Mechanic

GENERAL PURPOSE

Performs a variety of journey level skilled tasksrelated to the maintenance, service, repair, and rebuilding of light or heavy-duty mechanized vehicles, engines and equipment, and landfill equipment maintenance program.

SUPERVISION RECEIVED

Works under the general guidance and direction of the Fleet Maintenance Superintendent.

SUPERVISION EXERCISED

May provide close supervision to less experienced mechanic(s) on a project-by-project basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Tests, services and repairs vehicles and mechanical equipment; performs automotive and mechanical trouble shooting and analysis of malfunctions using various technical and computerized testing and calibration equipment (diagnostic computers, scanners, scopes, battery checker, pneumatic equipment, drill press, etc.) as needed to assure safe and efficient operation of city motor vehicles.

Inspects malfunctioning vehicles and equipment, determines source of problem and makes necessary repairs and adjustments to trucks, automobiles, and various light and heavy equipment such as tractor, graders, loaders, backhoes, police cars, dump and Vactor truck, street sweeper, sanders, pumps, rollers, and lawn mowing equipment, etc.

Performs preventive maintenance and makes repairs to vehicles; maintains internal combustion engines (gas and diesel), carburetors, transmissions, differentials, air and hydraulic systems (turbo, super charger systems), electrical, computerized control systems, fuel systems, cooling systems, suspensions, brakes, tires, exhaust, etc.; performs emergency field repairs and service;drives heavy equipment for mechanical testing purposes.

Disassembles and repairs motors and manual transmissions; repairs or replaces oil filters, carburetors, fuel pumps, and other parts; relines and adjusts brakes and differentials; installs and repairs antennas, radios, lights and other electrical components on emergency response vehicles.

Installs, maintains and repairs electrical systems, components, parts, accessories and equipment; assures proper function of vehicle radios and communication equipment.

Fabricates tools and equipment parts that are not readily available; performs extensive metal fabrication (gun racks, cages, shields, steps, brackets, push bumpers, etc.), welding and hard facing using electric and acetylene equipment.

Conducts various analyses and inspections of vehicles and mechanical systems to determine the most cost-effective means of maintenance, repair or replacement; performs general vehicle inspection and certification, performs state emissions testing; checks and maintains service schedules consistent with manufacturer specifications.

Orders replacement parts, fuels and lubricates equipment; changes and repairs tires; completes vehicle maintenance records; reviews daily fuel outtake sheets; orders gas/diesel as needed; places town decals’ on all vehicles and equipment.

Services and replaces equipment parts such as radiators, generators, distributors, brakes and clutches as required; assists in the minor repair of damaged body frames.

Performs related duties as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:Graduation from high school; plus, two (2) years of specialized technical or vocational training related to above duties; AND Four (4) years of skilled mechanic experience in maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel engines with experience in the maintenance of fire department apparatus preferred; OR An equivalent combination of education and experience.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Working knowledge ofthe design, adjustment, operation, maintenance, and repair of diversified mechanical and electrical equipment including light, medium, and heavy gasoline and diesel engines; hydraulics, generators, and welding; materials and tools used in equipment maintenance; hazards and safety precautions common to municipal maintenance and repair activities; installation and repair of automotive air conditioning systems; welding methods and procedures; servicing and repair of air brakes and air systems;

auto electrical systems and equipment; gas and arc welding.

Journey level skills in the use of mechanical tools,…