Mechanic; Skilled

Department: Engineering/Public Works – Vehicle Maintenance
Date: April 13, 2022
Supervisor: Chief Mechanic

Job Title: Mechanic (Skilled)
Starting Salary: $19.0765 / hourly

Date Needed: ASAP
Number of Employees Requested: One
Work Hours: Winter: 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. / Summer: 7:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. – Overtime as needed

Position Status: Full-time
Reason Needed: Replacement

Job Title: Mechanic (Skilled)
Department: Engineering/Public Works – Vehicle Maintenance
Location: Public Works Shop

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Code: SM-5
Reports to: Chief Mechanic

Under direction inspects, disassembles and rebuilds or replaces major units such as engines, transmissions and hydraulic systems; tests overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiency; inspects, diagnoses problems and repairs automotive systems and components including brakes, fuel, exhaust and electrical systems and equipment; tests working systems, components and accessories, makes necessary adjustments and replaces worn or damaged parts; performs preventive services on vehicles and equipment to include replacing filters, worn or damaged parts and adding fluids as needed and performs additional tasks in support of the department as needed or upon request.

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statement of the duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this position. Other duties may be required, assigned and expected aside from those set forth below to address operational needs and changing operational practices.

• Troubleshoots malfunctions to determine cause and type of repair needed.
• Re-builds engines in heavy equipment, vehicles, and tractors, replaces rod and main bearings. Inspects equipment to determine type of repair needed and parts and supplies to perform repair. Performs major overhaul repairs to include re-building hydraulic systems, cylinders, and standard transmissions.
• Using air buffing machine resurfaces heads and laps valves.
• Informs shop supervisor of repairs needed from outside vendors; to include transmission or other major repairs.
• May use reference manuals to diagram repairs or assemble and disassemble parts.
• Inspects gasoline and diesel fueled vehicles and equipment to determine repairs needed.
• Repairs/replaces hoses, fuel, hydraulic lines, and belts; may replace water and fuel pumps as needed.
• Replaces blown bulbs and fuses, inspects signaling equipment and safety lights to ensure proper operating efficiency.
• Replaces brake pads and shoes, packs wheel bearings.
• Repairs suspension and front end parts as needed.
• Makes minor body repairs such as door hinges, latches, mirrors, hitches, etc.
• Confers with operators and drivers to determine problems or troubleshoots vehicle or equipment malfunctions to determine cause and type of repair needed.
• Informs shop supervisor of problem and supplies needed to make repairs.
• Test drives vehicle to ensure repairs are completed and vehicle is operating properly.
• Check all systems for proper operation and make necessary adjustments.
• Changes oil, checks and replaces brakes and tires, changes filters, lubricates fittings and moving parts, checks for loose nuts and bolts and tightens when necessary.
• Check belts and tightens or replaces as necessary.
• May assist in other departments as needed; may operate equipment to include storm drain cleaning equipment.
• Maintains and cleans shop to ensure work area is free of debris and possible safety hazards.
• Operates two-way radio to send and receive messages.
• May perform building maintenance duties to include painting, minor carpentry repairs, and equipment installation.
• May perform arc welding duties to patch or repair minor repairs.
• Attends safety meetings to review proper operation of equipment and receive updated information on changes in procedures.
• Performs additional duties as assigned or upon request.

Education & Experience Guidelines
Any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities required for this position would…