Automotive Technician II

Automotive Technician II

Ensures the city's vehicles and equipment are maintained in good working condition. Involves repairing and maintaining mechanical and automotive equipment.

• Perform tune‑ups, oil changes, battery checks, tire and lubrication checks, and other preventive maintenance on city automotive and mechanical equipment.
• Test drive vehicles and equipment.
• Diagnose engine and mechanical problems using a diagnostic scanner.
• Assist in maintaining detailed vehicle maintenance records.
• Repair clutches and brakes on city vehicles and equipment.
• Remove engines and transmissions for repair.
• General knowledge of removal and repair of rear axle assemblies, gears or replacement.
• General knowledge of large equipment including diesel engine repair and maintenance.
• Provide own set of tools (full set).
• May be subject to after‑hour calls.
• May perform some welding work and acetylene cutting.
• May operate other city vehicles as well as equipment (pick‑up and delivery).
• May attend educational seminars.
• Perform such other duties as may be assigned.

• Thorough knowledge of auto mechanics and the operation and repair of small and heavy equipment.
• General knowledge of all automotive repair (water pumps, alternators, power steering pumps, air brakes, etc.) and removal and repair of rear ends.
• Physical ability to lift and maneuver up to 80 lbs. (e.g., battery, bucket, etc.) and ascend and descend 30" high steps numerous times per day.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment (pick‑up and delivery). Repair hydraulic systems, engines, and heavy equipment; read wiring diagrams; diagnose minor mechanical problems; repair vehicles; work with a variety of hand and power tools.
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with co‑workers and other departments' personnel.
• Maintain a Texas driver's license (applicable to job responsibilities) and good driving record.

High school graduation, or its equivalent, plus training as a mechanic, and at least four years of experience in automotive repair, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

State of Texas Class B (commercial) driver's license (obtainable within one year).

The City of Seguin is an Equal Opportunity Employer (AA/EOE). This job description does not take into account potential reasonable accommodations. Position will remain open until filled.