Master Mechanic ; or Mechanic*

Master Mechanic I

This posting will be used to fill a current vacancy in the Fleet Management Division of the General Services Department within the City of Oklahoma City. An eligibility list will be established or supplemented for filling future vacancies per provisions of the American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Collective Bargaining Agreement. The Master Mechanic I is primarily responsible for diagnosing and repairing equipment malfunctions, estimating repair costs, writing service orders and providing other employees with on-the-job training related to automotive repairs and maintenance.

Honorably discharged veterans of the United States Active Duty Armed Forces, National Guard, and Reserve Forces who are not currently employed full-time by the City of Oklahoma City and who meet the qualifications for the position shall be given preference. To receive preference, veterans must submit verification of honorable discharge from the United States military service (Department of Defense Form DD214 or NGB Form 22) prior to the closing date of the vacancy announcement.

Knowledge of automotive operation and repair principles, methodologies and techniques. Skill in applying knowledge of automotive operation and repair principles, methodologies and techniques to work performed. Skill in diagnosing major and minor malfunctions of gasoline and diesel automotive equipment. Skill in effectively relaying technical information to others, using tact and diplomacy. Skill in maintaining accurate records. Skill in providing employees with verbal instructions and physical demonstration of automotive repairs and maintenance.

Skill in reading and interpreting technical sketches, diagrams and instructions. Ability to and skill in preparing accurate cost estimates for required repairs and services. Ability to assume responsibility for work performed and decisions made. Ability and willingness to have assignments reviewed periodically through inspection of records and physical observation of work performed. Ability and willingness to learn and keep up to date on all required credentials related to the Master Mechanic's areas of specialization.

Inside and outside regularly, and exposed to heat, cold, humidity, and rain. Possibility of falls from working on and around slippery surfaces. Possibility of body injuries such as sprains, fractures, deep cuts, or loss of body members. Will work from ladders, platforms, or other equipment from four (4) to twelve (12) feet above floor or ground level. Will work in confined or cramped positions and be required to assume awkward or strained positions.

Will work near moving machinery and power tools. Exposed to intermittent or continued loud noises caused by machinery and other workers. Possibility of injury to the body caused by burns or electrical shock. Frequent to sustained exposure to fumes and gasses i.e. carbon monoxide. May require wearing of self-contained breathing apparatus. Frequent exposure to noxious odors such as garbage trucks, animal control trucks, septic tank cleaning trucks, sewage line cleaning trucks, etc.

Possibility of severe electrical shock causing temporary respiratory and circulatory disturbance. Occasionally exposed to infections caused by microorganisms. Will work one of three, eight-hour shifts, and may be required to work holidays and overtime. Frequent local travel.