Mechanic III ($750 Hiring Incentive)

Position Summary

About the role

This position involves performing complex and difficult maintenance and repair work on mechanical engines and equipment, including internal combustion equipment and diesel systems. The role also includes assisting in training less experienced staff and performing diagnostic activities for electronic fuel systems and computer-controlled systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex and difficult maintenance and repair work of mechanical engines and equipment including internal and/or spark combustion equipment and diesel systems.
• Demonstrate a full understanding of applicable maintenance policies, procedures, methods and techniques.
• Aid in training less experienced staff within the Mechanic series.
• Provide information and guidance on applicable maintenance policies, procedures, methods and techniques.
• Respond to questions and assist in reviewing work products.
• Inspect and diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic defects and problems in automobiles, buses, motorcycles, heavy equipment, fire apparatus and/or other mechanical equipment.
• Perform diagnostic activities for electronic fuel systems and computer-controlled systems on gasoline and diesel engines.
• Ensure operational status of such equipment is within applicable standards.
• Perform accurate tests to determine measurement and tolerance on equipment and tools; calibrate equipment and tools accordingly.
• Diagnose and repair or overhaul transmissions and final differential assemblies.
• Replace component parts on vehicles and equipment; perform engine tune-ups; rebuild and overhaul engines; perform safety inspections on vehicles and equipment.
• May perform preventive maintenance on police department vehicles, fire department vehicles (ladders, pumpers and rescue) and fire-fighting equipment; design equipment for K-9 units, SWAT team or shooting range.
• May perform welding and fabrication duties including damaged frames and parts; perform maintenance on specialized equipment including trolleys and alternative fueled vehicles.
• May estimate time, materials, and equipment required for jobs assigned; recommend the requisition of materials as necessary.
• May read and interpret blueprints and schematic wiring diagrams, hydrostatic systems and components.
• May operate shop machinery including lathes, presses, grinders and blasters.
• May maintain and update records of preventive maintenance on assigned vehicles; input information onto the computer; prepare statistical maintenance reports as necessary.
• May drive commercial class vehicles in the public right of way during delivery, pickup and road test.
• May deliver and pickup City automobiles, buses, fire trucks and heavy equipment from outside repair vendors.
• May perform emergency road calls of disabled vehicles, diagnose operational problems and perform repairs as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED supplemented by two (2) years technical training in automotive maintenance and mechanical repair.
• Three (3) years of experience in minor and major automotive maintenance and mechanical repair of a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Possession of a valid ASE certification.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class A or B.
• Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.
• Possession of EVT, AC Recovery, or Brake Repair certification/license preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Maintain physical condition necessary for moderate lifting and carrying, bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling and standing for prolonged periods, and operating motorized equipment and vehicles.