Mechanic I or II

This posting includes two positions: Mechanic I and Mechanic II. Both roles involve maintenance and repair of the City's vehicles, heavy equipment, rolling stock, and small equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical work on heavy and light equipment, including gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, brake, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Conduct routine lubrication, tire repair, welding, carpentry, plumbing, and electrical maintenance on equipment.
• Assist in maintenance record keeping.
• Perform manual labor related to construction, operation, or maintenance of public utilities and property.
• Build special equipment as directed.
• Purchase parts for required repairs.
• Operate heavy equipment and trucks as needed for street, sewer, and water system maintenance.
• Mechanic II only: Perform mechanical work for fire, medical, and rescue vehicles and their on-board equipment.
• Mechanic II only: Direct work of others assigned to assist with equipment maintenance and repair.
• Mechanic II only: Initiate purchase orders, purchase/receive, and review invoices for parts and supplies.
• Mechanic II only: Participate in training and coaching junior mechanics and other assigned personnel.
• Perform other duties as directed.

Requirements

Mechanic I

• Three years of experience in heavy mechanical work.
• Working knowledge of repair of light and heavy engines, transmissions, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Welding experience desired.
• Ability to keep accurate records.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred but not required.

Mechanic II

• Five years of experience in mechanical work on heavy and light-duty equipment with diesel and gasoline engines.
• Extensive knowledge in repair of light and heavy engines, transmissions, electrical, and hydraulic systems.
• Extensive knowledge in welding and metal fabrication (steel and aluminum) for building, rebuilding, or repair of equipment.
• Extensive knowledge of diagnostic computers for troubleshooting operational problems.
• Working knowledge of using a metal lathe and other typical tools of the trade.
• Experience with computerized record keeping and Microsoft Office suite.
• Technical education/training applicable to the position, equivalent to a two-year degree.
• Preferred qualifications:
  • Technical education/training equivalent to a two-year degree after high school diploma or GED.
  • Working knowledge of equipment used in the construction and maintenance of heavy civil infrastructure.
  • Experience with high-pressure steam boiler units.
  • Advanced training in skills or best practices applicable to the mechanic trade.
  • Working knowledge of fire, medical, and rescue vehicles and their on-board equipment.
  • Experience fabricating customized equipment for specialized applications.
  • Experience with municipal public works operations.
  • Commercial Driver's License (CDL) preferred but not required.

Decision-Making Responsibilities

• Assist with preventive maintenance and determine costs of repair versus replacement of equipment systems.
• Develop procedures at the unit level.
• Moderate budget authority at the unit level.
• Activities may pose a major source of potential liability to the City.

Supervisory Authority

• Mechanic I: None.
• Mechanic II: May be temporarily assigned as Lead Mechanic or to direct and organize the work of others for special projects.

External Visibility/Contact

• High frequency of contact with key service personnel for purchasing parts, supplies, or services, and working with third-party contractors.
• Low frequency of contact with government officials, the general public, and key City personnel.
• Infrequent attendance or presentation at public meetings.

Working Conditions

• Shop environment with high frequency exposure to hazardous working situations.
• Moderate exposure to adverse weather conditions when working on maintenance of heavy equipment.
• Frequent heavy physical exertion, including lifting or moving equipment and working in awkward positions using tools.
• May be required to work holidays, irregular hours, and be on call.
• Subject to the Commercial Driver's License Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy if the employee has a CDL.