Mechanic II

Description

This position is responsible for the mechanical repair and maintenance of city vehicles and equipment.

• Performs specialized troubleshooting and diagnosis of equipment and trucks.
• Performs corrective maintenance on heavy equipment and trucks, including diesel engines.
• Repairs brake, HVAC, transmission, and electrical system repairs.
• Performs field repairs as needed.
• Repairs or replaces tires.
• Acquires parts and equipment needed for the successful repair and maintenance of equipment.
• Makes welding repairs; fabricates parts.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Completes required reports and maintains vehicle and equipment maintenance records.
• Performs related duties.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment utilized in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures, and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of oils and lubricants needed for different makes of equipment.
• Knowledge of small engine equipment repairs.
• Knowledge of diesel and heavy equipment maintenance and repair principles.
• Knowledge of work safety principles.
• Skill in cutting and reshaping metals in the fabrication of parts.
• Skill in the operation of hydraulic and electrical test equipment.
• Skill in the safe operation of tire equipment.
• Skill in the operation of a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in problem solving.
• Skill in prioritizing and planning.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.
• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.
• Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.
• Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.