Light Auto Equipment Mechanic

Job Description

Pay: $23.52

The City of Pensacola has the right to revise this job description at any time. This description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Three (3) years of experience as a medium duty/heavy duty truck or heavy equipment mechanic, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 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.

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

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 diagnosing and executing repairs, reporting time and supplies used on each vehicle serviced or repaired, and ordering parts. Work is assigned by verbal and written orders and is performed independently according to standard practices.

• 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, including 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.
• 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 related duties.
• 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.

• Knowledge of the standard methods, practices, tools, and equipment of the mechanic's trade.
• Knowledge of the principles and mechanics of all types of internal combustion engines and motorized equipment.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems operation.
• Knowledgeable of diagnostic procedures for checking fluid flow rates,…