MECHANIC I

About the role

This position performs maintenance and repair of County-owned vehicles and equipment, including inspections, preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and overhauls.

Responsibilities

• Perform vehicle inspections; test systems such as drive train, engine, transmission, suspension, steering, brakes, electrical, HVAC, and emissions; complete or revise work orders; obtain parts; perform emission tests per state requirements; inspect completed work; and update records.
• Conduct preventive maintenance: check and replace fluids, drain and replace oil, recover Freon, change filters, lubricate parts, install/replace blades, rotate/mount/balance tires, replace tires/belts/hoses, check/replace batteries, grease equipment, flush radiators, and perform tune-ups.
• Perform repairs: troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and other defects; use vehicle operator reports, fault codes, and diagnostics; fabricate parts as needed; verify repairs meet specifications; make minor field repairs; perform minor body repairs.
• Determine materials needed; gather parts and supplies; assist with inventory monitoring; initiate requests for new or replacement materials.
• Overhaul, repair, and maintain engines, motors, powered equipment, assemblies, and special-purpose equipment powered by internal combustion engines.
• Maintain brake systems, transmissions, ignition systems, rear ends, differentials, fuel systems, hydraulic systems, electronic systems, wheels and alignment, steering equipment, and brake/clutch relining.
• Maintain records and inventories of parts, components, supplies, and materials; process documentation per procedures; compile data for reports; maintain computerized and hardcopy records.
• Operate machinery, power tools, hand tools, and supplies; maintain basic mechanics tool kit; perform general cleaning and maintenance of equipment and work areas.
• Communicate with supervisor, County employees, and others to coordinate work, review status, exchange information, or resolve problems.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent and three years of related automotive maintenance and repair experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Associate’s Degree in Automotive Repair or related field preferred.
• Valid Georgia driver’s license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of local government operations, automotive repair programs, policies, and plans, and modern office practices.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and similar programs.
• Skill in using computers and software related to essential job functions.
• Skill in effective verbal and written communication.
• Ability to interact courteously with employees and the public.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters.
• Ability to process payments within budget and department guidelines.
• Ability to operate computers for data entry, word processing, and accounting; operate copying machines.

Physical Demands

The work is heavy, requiring exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds frequently, and up to 20 pounds constantly. It requires mental acuity, the ability to make rational decisions, clear verbal expression, and close visual acuity.

Work Environment

Work is performed both indoors and outdoors in varying weather conditions, often requiring standing for extended periods. Essential functions may involve exposure to dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, heights, confined spaces, electrical currents, traffic hazards, lighting extremes, wildlife encounters, water hazards, or difficult customers.