Mechanic III ($750 Hiring Incentive)

About the Role

Perform complex and difficult maintenance and repair work of mechanical engines and equipment, including internal combustion equipment and diesel systems. This role involves diagnostic activities for electronic fuel systems and electronic computer-controlled systems, as well as maintaining and repairing a variety of assigned equipment. This is a safety-sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex and difficult maintenance and repair work of mechanical engines and equipment, including internal and/or spark combustion equipment and diesel systems.
• Assist in training less experienced staff within the Mechanic series; provide guidance on maintenance policies, procedures, methods, and techniques.
• Inspect and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic defects and problems in automobiles, buses, motorcycles, heavy equipment, fire apparatus, and other mechanical equipment.
• Perform diagnostic activities for electronic fuel systems and computer-controlled systems on gasoline and diesel engines; ensure operational status meets applicable standards.
• Perform accurate tests to determine measurement and tolerance on equipment and tools; calibrate equipment and tools accordingly.
• Diagnose, 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.
• Perform preventive maintenance on police department vehicles, fire department vehicles (ladders, pumpers, and rescue), and fire-fighting equipment; design specialized equipment for K-9 units, SWAT team, or shooting range.
• Perform welding and fabrication duties, including repairing damaged frames and parts; maintain specialized equipment, including trolleys and alternative-fueled vehicles.
• Estimate time, materials, and equipment required for assigned jobs; recommend requisition of materials as necessary.
• Read and interpret blueprints, schematic wiring diagrams, hydrostatic systems, and components.
• Operate shop machinery, including lathes, presses, grinders, and blasters.
• Maintain and update records of preventive maintenance on assigned vehicles; input information into the computer and prepare statistical maintenance reports.
• Drive commercial class vehicles in the public right of way during delivery, pickup, and road tests.
• Deliver and pick up City automobiles, buses, fire trucks, and heavy equipment from outside repair vendors.
• Perform emergency road calls for disabled vehicles, diagnose operational problems, and perform repairs as required.
• Assist in the general maintenance and cleaning of the automotive shop area.
• Coordinate and lead the work of mechanical maintenance staff; maintain efficient operation of the shop as necessary.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, supplemented by two (2) years of 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 the date of hire.
• EVT, AC Recovery, or Brake Repair certification/license preferred.

Working Conditions

• Shop environment with exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases, and heavy construction equipment.
• Physical demands include moderate lifting and carrying, bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, standing for prolonged periods, and operating motorized equipment and vehicles.