Fleet Mechanic

Position: Fleet Mechanic 2
Location: Narberth

TOWNSHIP OF LOWER MERION ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- JOB POSTING POSITION:
Fleet Mechanic 2 Public Works Department - Fleet Division RANGE & RATE:
Schedule WA00 Range 06 Starting Salary: $ 38.967/hour, $ 81,051/year 40-hour workweek

SUMMARY:

This is responsible vehicle and equipment repair work at a professional level involving all maintenance and repair of all Township vehicles and equipment. Work involves responsibility for safe and effective repair of light duty, medium duty and heavy-duty vehicles, trucks, and construction off-road equipment. Duties include but are not limited to overhauling drive train, all control components, repairing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic systems, and repairing sheet metal.

This position also has the responsibility for making difficult vehicle and equipment maintenance decisions in accordance with established procedure. This work requires that the employee have considerable knowledge, skill and ability in vehicle and equipment repair. Works under the general supervision of a Fleet Mechanic Crew Leader and Fleet Supervisor. DUTIES:
Performs state emissions and safety inspections. Diagnoses and identifies vehicle and equipment malfunctions and determines corrective actions to be taken through tests and inspections. Tests vehicles and equipment after repairs. Verifies completion of repairs to ensure a quality service deliverable. Repairs or overhauls engines, transmissions, gear trains, differentials, steering systems, brake systems, clutch systems, electrical systems, power takeoffs, hydraulic and pneumatic lifts and controls, and related components.

Performs vehicle and equipment maintenance which includes but is not limited to lubricant and filter changes to all systems, air drier cartridge changes and system calibrations. Performs on-the-road emergency repairs to disabled vehicles and equipment. Tows disabled vehicles and road tests vehicles and equipment. Performs preventative maintenance, in-service inspections and field operational evaluations as necessary. Brazes or welds frames, sheet metal and various equipment components, such as hoppers and plows.

May change and repair tires, as necessary. Inspects and performs preventative maintenance of Lower Merion Fueling system. Responds to call-ins and works extended hours during emergency events or whenever Fleet Division support is needed. Demonstrates maintenance and repair procedures to lower-level classifications. Provides oversight to any assigned helpers. Performs work in a safe manner and observes all safety procedures. Completes job or shift report forms, as assigned.

Performs electronic data entry of vehicle and equipment repair information through a Computerized Maintenance Management System. Uses all tools, equipment and materials responsibly and performs basic inspection and preventive maintenance prior to use. Performs work of lower classifications, as necessary. Performs related work as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

A high school diploma or the equivalent, supplemented by training in automotive and equipment repair, plus four years of progressively responsible experience in vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair, or an equivalent combination of education and qualifying experience substituting on a year-for-year basis. Must have a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) or Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-B) free of air brake restriction at time of appointment.

All candidates with a Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-B) will be required to obtain a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-A) within one year of hire. Class 7 PA State Inspection License. Ability to obtain Class 8…