General Auto Technician - DPW-Fleet Services Operations

Position Responsibilities

• Reads work orders and maintenance forms to ascertain the condition of vehicles, application of maintenance modifications and general maintenance.
• Diagnoses and isolates cause of malfunction in vehicle to be repaired.
• Interprets and applies information contained in manufacturers' manuals, lube orders and other data relevant to the maintenance of vehicles.
• Adjusts operating mechanisms such as valves, tappets, carburetors, governors, ignition systems, points, central linkage, clutches and brakes, using feeler gauges, dial indicators, special gauges and templates.
• Maintains and repairs vehicles, including times magnetos, distributors, injectors, and injection pumps, using timing pins and lights.
• Replaces subassemblies, components and accessories, such as starters, fuel pumps, carburetors, generators, radiators, universal joints, brake shoes, engine mounts, low pressure lines and fittings.
• Instructs and assists lower skilled personnel in maintenance practices and procedures.
• Operates wrecker or service trucks.
• Observes all job-site safety regulations.
• May be required to work overtime.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Absolutely must have a valid Operator's license upon reporting to work.
• Must have the ability to operate power tools, alignments, wheel balancing machines and engine analyzing machines.
• Must be able to lift over 50 lbs and carry up to 15 lbs.
• Must have the ability to perform the following: straight pulling, reaching above the shoulder, pushing, walking, standing and kneeling.
• Must have the working ability to read and understand operating manuals, service manuals, and written instructions relative to job duties.
• Must have knowledge of basic repair procedures and techniques applicable to the repair of vehicles.
• Must have hand tools relevant to this type of repair upon reporting for work.
• Must pass pre-employment physical.