Heavy Shop Mechanic

Summary

Responsible for repairing and maintaining the operation of all City trucks and Heavy Duty equipment. May also be required to repair small engine equipment, electric and gas carts, fork lifts, tractors, riding mowers, trailers, blowers and many other items

Salary

$18.65 - $23.30 (depending on experience and qualifications)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Perform preventative maintenance on city trucks and Heavy Duty equipment as well as any number of city owned equipment and assets

• Diagnose and repair city trucks and Heavy Duty equipment and smaller equipment

• Order necessary parts as needed.

• Maintain a clean and orderly Fleet Shop.

• Complete work labor and task information.

• Availability to work varying shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and twenty-four/seven (24/7) emergency call-out.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)

• 2 years related experience

• Must own basic hand and air tools

• Ability to lift over 50lbs

• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

Preferred Qualifications

Education/ Experience:

• 6 months to 1 year advanced training in Diesel mechanics

• 2-4 years experience in automotive shop repair and diagnosis

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• General knowledge of truck and or small engine and equipment repair and diagnostics

• General knowledge of Fleet software processes

• Skill in utilizing Cummins software

• Skill in performing preventative maintenance on Diesel trucks and Heavy Duty equipment

Licenses and Certifications

• Must obtain 1 Truck ASE Certification within one year of hire

• Valid Class A or B Commercial Texas driver's license or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

Working Conditions & Hazards:

• Subject to kneeling, stooping, crawling, extended standing, lying on a creeper, and other strains on the body.

• Often works in a non-climate controlled environment exposed to noise, petroleum distillates, dust, and dirt.

• May be exposed to hazards such as chemicals, electricity as well as physical danger associated with automotive repair.

• Works in shop area or in the field.

• Exposed to temperature extremes, all weather conditions, noise, fumes from vehicles, dirt, and grease.

• Stands and lies on hard surfaces or in muddy areas in the field.

• Subject to lifting and handling of heavy components and parts.

• Walks, lifts, climbs, pushes, pulls, bends, and stoops.

• Must work safely to avoid injury while using tools and repairing vehicles.