Light Auto Equipment Mechanic

Position: LIGHT AUTO EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Salary: See Position Description
Location : Pensacola, FL
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 01350
Department: Facilities & Fleet Management
Division: Central Garage
Opening Date: 05/29/2026
Closing Date: 6/12/2026 11:59 PM Central

Job Description

Pay: $23.52

QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:

• high school diploma or equivalent;
• and three (3) years of experience as a medium duty/heavy dutytruck or heavy equipment mechanic;
• or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licenses or Certifications:

• Possession of an appropriate driver's license for equipment operated and any license, training, or certification required by law or regulation to complete assigned tasks.
• All technicians must currently hold, or acquire the 609 HVAC Certification and Airbrake Certification provided by Fleet Management within one year of employment.
• Achievement of highly related job skills (above basic requirements) will be provided compensation for skills mastered pursuant to the City of Pensacola Premium Pay Guidelines dated 10-1-2020.

Special Requirements:

• Must provide a basic minimum set of mechanics tools as required by Fleet Management.

JOB SUMMARY
The Light Auto/Equipment Mechanic performs skilled automotive, truck, and equipment mechanical work approaching the journeyman level.
An employee in this class is responsible for performing skilled tasks in the maintenance and repair of automobiles, trucks, and specialized heavy equipment. The employee is responsible for diagnosing and executing repairs needed, reporting time and supplies used on each vehicle serviced or repaired, and ordering parts. The work is assigned by means of verbal and written orders and is carried out independently by the employee in accordance with standard practices of the trade.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Communicates with supervisors, drivers, and equipment operators; to identify service needs, gather operational information, and accurately diagnose vehicle and equipment issues.
• Performs preventive maintenance services and inspections; on City-owned automobiles, trucks, tractors, and other powered equipment in accordance with established schedules and manufacturer standards.
• Diagnoses and repairs mechanical systems; including engines, drive trains, steering, suspension, and braking systems to ensure safe and reliable operation.
• Diagnoses and repairs electrical and electronic systems; by troubleshooting defective wiring, components, and controls on a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Conducts mechanical repairs; on gasoline, compressed natural gas (CNG), and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment in accordance with quality standards and accepted practices of the trade.
• Operates a wide range of shop tools and equipment; including hydraulic jacks, air- and electric-powered tools, bench grinders, brake lathes, and related diagnostic and repair equipment.
• Drives service trucks and responds to road service calls; to perform on-site diagnostics and repairs, minimizing equipment downtime and service disruptions.
• Performs minor fabrication and welding repairs; using electric arc and MIG welding equipment, acetylene torches, drill presses, grinders, and related tools as required.
• Assists and collaborates with fellow technicians; by supporting diagnosis and repair efforts on light-duty vehicles and sharing technical knowledge as needed.
• Maintains a safe, efficient work environment and documentation; by following safety procedures, maintaining work areas and tools, and performing other related duties as assigned.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described. Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.
KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

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• Knowledge of the…