City of Kenner, LA
Salary: $17.88 - $21.45 Hourly
Location : Kenner, LA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 00120
Department: Fleet Management
Opening Date: 05/08/2024
General Description
ONE CURRENT VACANCY.
40 HOURS PER WEEK POSITION
Under general supervision, performs maintenance and repairs of a variety of gasoline and diesel powered vehicles and equipment. Work involves performing work to maintain, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on city vehicles and equipment. Reports to the Assistant Foreman.
Duties of Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Troubleshoots and repairs City vehicles and equipment. Performs diagnostic procedures on vehicles/equipment in order to determine necessary repairs or maintenance.
Repairs assigned mechanical defects such as hydraulic, electrical, air conditioning, tire, drive train, brakes, steering, transmission, and related systems.
Repairs small engines, light duty vehicles, trucks, electrical generators, tractors, lawn mowers, radiators, backhoes, diesel engines, axles, front ends, heavy duty vehicles, etc.
Performs minor and major repairs and maintenance on City automobiles and other vehicles or equipment including changing tires, adjusting headlights, changing spark plugs, adjusting or replacing fan belts, and minor motor tune-ups.
Performs bodywork including such duties as sand blasting, undercoating, priming and painting, and making fiberglass repairs.
Performs various preventative maintenance duties such as changing oil, fluids, belts, hoses, tires, filters, etc., and performing greasing, cleaning, and other routine tasks.
Operates shop equipment such as diagnostic machines and gauges, electric welding equipment, drill press, pneumatic drill, grinders, cutting and braising torch, hand tools, pneumatic wrench, etc.
Performs wrecker service and responds to calls; performs duties on an on-call basis as assigned for emergency repairs.
Repairs tires which includes plugging or inserting boot, replacing and balancing tires on a computerized balancing system, changing tires with tire changers or manually, replacing tubes, etc.
Makes road calls and determines the disposition of repair needed; performs or initiates corrective action, as needed, i.e. changing tires, jump-starting vehicles, etc.
Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly manner to promote effective and safe operations.
Receives and/or reviews various records and report such as verbal instructions.
Prepares and/or processes various records and reports such as verbal instructions and work orders. Refers to manuals, diagnostics, policy and procedure manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc.
Operates a variety of vehicles and a variety of equipment and machinery such as diagnostic computer, air conditioning machine, transmission machines, car lifts, air / hydraulic jacks, etc.
Uses a variety of tools such as pressure tester, hand tools, air tools, hand wrenches, calipers, etc.; and a variety of supplies such as oil, brake fluid, grease, replacement parts, general office supplies, etc.
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as Assistant Foreman, coworkers, other City departments, contractors, and the general public.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs other related duties as required.
May be required to report to work during emergency situations, including, but not limited to, city-wide declared emergencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Two to three years of responsible, variable experience as a mechanic including working with vehicles and preferably construction equipment as well or any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid Louisiana State Class "E" Driver's License.
NOTE: Those possessing Automotive Service Excellence certification(s) may be given preference.
EXAMINATION PROCESS: Scoring is based on related experience and education. It will be weighted 100%.
HEALTH INSURANCE: Comprehensive medical benefits options are provided through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana. Coverage is effective the first of the following month, following full-time employment. Dependent coverage is also available. The City of Kenner also offers voluntary insurance plans: DENTAL, VISION, and SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE PLANS (VOLUNTARY LIFE, CANCER, ACCIDENT, CRITICAL ILLNESS, HOSPITAL CONFINEMENT, LONG-TERM DISABILITY and SHORT-TERM DISABILITY).
LIFE INSURANCE: All full-time employees are insured under a Group Life Insurance policy through Prudential Life Insurance Company. The coverage is one and half times the employee's salary, up to $300,000. The policy also provides a Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefit. The premium cost is covered by the City of Kenner. Coverage is effective the first of the following month, following full time employment.
RETIREMENT SYSTEM: The City of Kenner's regular full time employees are enrolled with the Municipal Employees Retirement System of Louisiana. Both the City of Kenner and the employee contribute the required percent to the system. The employee's contributions are kept on account and will be refunded, if the employees leaves employment before they are retirement eligible.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The City of Kenner currently participates in a 457 Plan with MassMutual. This is a voluntary investment program that the employees are allowed to participate in at a contribution rate of their choice (must be within the designated maximum and minimum limits, as set for by Plan Document). The City of Kenner does not contribute to the 457 Plan.
HOLIDAYS: Sixteen paid official holidays are observed, plus any other holidays which may be declared by the Mayor.
ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE: Eligible Kenner employees earn annual leave and sick leave. Accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service.
WORKING TEST PERIOD: Upon appointment to a position in the classified service, the employee shall serve a working test period of six (6) months, unless extended.
EAP: The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a program which provides a professional to help employees and their families to resolve problems. This service is 24 hrs. / 7 days per week, voluntary participation and confidential.
Kenner reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package.
CITY OF KENNER
PUBLIC INFORMATION NOTICE
01
How much experience do you possess diagnosing and repairing gasoline fuel systems?
02
How much experience do you possess diagnosing and repairing diesel fuel systems?
03
How much experience do you possess diagnosing and repairing manual transmissions on light and heavy vehicles?
04
How much experience do you possess troubleshooting and repairing heavy construction experience other than trucks?
05
How much experience do you possess troubleshooting and repair drive train systems?
06
How much experience do you possess repairing repairing air brake and hydraulic brake systems?
07
How much experience do you possess performing engine overhaulx or rebuild?
08
Which of the following certifications do you have from Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) (if any) (Please attach a copy of each certification claimed for credit.):
09
Do you possess a current, valid Louisiana driver's license?
Required Question
Location : Kenner, LA
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 00120
Department: Fleet Management
Opening Date: 05/08/2024
General Description
ONE CURRENT VACANCY.
40 HOURS PER WEEK POSITION
Under general supervision, performs maintenance and repairs of a variety of gasoline and diesel powered vehicles and equipment. Work involves performing work to maintain, repair, and perform preventative maintenance on city vehicles and equipment. Reports to the Assistant Foreman.
Duties of Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Troubleshoots and repairs City vehicles and equipment. Performs diagnostic procedures on vehicles/equipment in order to determine necessary repairs or maintenance.
Repairs assigned mechanical defects such as hydraulic, electrical, air conditioning, tire, drive train, brakes, steering, transmission, and related systems.
Repairs small engines, light duty vehicles, trucks, electrical generators, tractors, lawn mowers, radiators, backhoes, diesel engines, axles, front ends, heavy duty vehicles, etc.
Performs minor and major repairs and maintenance on City automobiles and other vehicles or equipment including changing tires, adjusting headlights, changing spark plugs, adjusting or replacing fan belts, and minor motor tune-ups.
Performs bodywork including such duties as sand blasting, undercoating, priming and painting, and making fiberglass repairs.
Performs various preventative maintenance duties such as changing oil, fluids, belts, hoses, tires, filters, etc., and performing greasing, cleaning, and other routine tasks.
Operates shop equipment such as diagnostic machines and gauges, electric welding equipment, drill press, pneumatic drill, grinders, cutting and braising torch, hand tools, pneumatic wrench, etc.
Performs wrecker service and responds to calls; performs duties on an on-call basis as assigned for emergency repairs.
Repairs tires which includes plugging or inserting boot, replacing and balancing tires on a computerized balancing system, changing tires with tire changers or manually, replacing tubes, etc.
Makes road calls and determines the disposition of repair needed; performs or initiates corrective action, as needed, i.e. changing tires, jump-starting vehicles, etc.
Maintains work areas in a clean and orderly manner to promote effective and safe operations.
Receives and/or reviews various records and report such as verbal instructions.
Prepares and/or processes various records and reports such as verbal instructions and work orders. Refers to manuals, diagnostics, policy and procedure manuals, codes / laws / regulations, publications and reference texts, etc.
Operates a variety of vehicles and a variety of equipment and machinery such as diagnostic computer, air conditioning machine, transmission machines, car lifts, air / hydraulic jacks, etc.
Uses a variety of tools such as pressure tester, hand tools, air tools, hand wrenches, calipers, etc.; and a variety of supplies such as oil, brake fluid, grease, replacement parts, general office supplies, etc.
Interacts and communicates with various groups and individuals such as Assistant Foreman, coworkers, other City departments, contractors, and the general public.
ADDITIONAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Performs other related duties as required.
May be required to report to work during emergency situations, including, but not limited to, city-wide declared emergencies.
Minimum Qualifications
Two to three years of responsible, variable experience as a mechanic including working with vehicles and preferably construction equipment as well or any equivalent combination of training and experience, which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Must possess a valid Louisiana State Class "E" Driver's License.
NOTE: Those possessing Automotive Service Excellence certification(s) may be given preference.
EXAMINATION PROCESS: Scoring is based on related experience and education. It will be weighted 100%.
HEALTH INSURANCE: Comprehensive medical benefits options are provided through Blue Cross Blue Shield of Louisiana. Coverage is effective the first of the following month, following full-time employment. Dependent coverage is also available. The City of Kenner also offers voluntary insurance plans: DENTAL, VISION, and SUPPLEMENTAL INSURANCE PLANS (VOLUNTARY LIFE, CANCER, ACCIDENT, CRITICAL ILLNESS, HOSPITAL CONFINEMENT, LONG-TERM DISABILITY and SHORT-TERM DISABILITY).
LIFE INSURANCE: All full-time employees are insured under a Group Life Insurance policy through Prudential Life Insurance Company. The coverage is one and half times the employee's salary, up to $300,000. The policy also provides a Basic Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefit. The premium cost is covered by the City of Kenner. Coverage is effective the first of the following month, following full time employment.
RETIREMENT SYSTEM: The City of Kenner's regular full time employees are enrolled with the Municipal Employees Retirement System of Louisiana. Both the City of Kenner and the employee contribute the required percent to the system. The employee's contributions are kept on account and will be refunded, if the employees leaves employment before they are retirement eligible.
DEFERRED COMPENSATION: The City of Kenner currently participates in a 457 Plan with MassMutual. This is a voluntary investment program that the employees are allowed to participate in at a contribution rate of their choice (must be within the designated maximum and minimum limits, as set for by Plan Document). The City of Kenner does not contribute to the 457 Plan.
HOLIDAYS: Sixteen paid official holidays are observed, plus any other holidays which may be declared by the Mayor.
ANNUAL AND SICK LEAVE: Eligible Kenner employees earn annual leave and sick leave. Accrual of hours will increase based on the number of years of service.
WORKING TEST PERIOD: Upon appointment to a position in the classified service, the employee shall serve a working test period of six (6) months, unless extended.
EAP: The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a program which provides a professional to help employees and their families to resolve problems. This service is 24 hrs. / 7 days per week, voluntary participation and confidential.
Kenner reserves the right to at any time and from time to time to modify or amend, in whole or in part, any or all of the provisions of the benefit package.
CITY OF KENNER
PUBLIC INFORMATION NOTICE
01
How much experience do you possess diagnosing and repairing gasoline fuel systems?
- 36 months or more
- 24 to 35 months
- 12 to 23 months
- Less than 12 months
- None
02
How much experience do you possess diagnosing and repairing diesel fuel systems?
- 36 months or more
- 24 to 35 months
- 12 to 23 months
- Less than 12 months
- None
03
How much experience do you possess diagnosing and repairing manual transmissions on light and heavy vehicles?
- 36 months or more
- 24 to 35 months
- 12 to 23 months
- Less than 12 months
- None
04
How much experience do you possess troubleshooting and repairing heavy construction experience other than trucks?
- 36 months or more
- 24 to 35 months
- 12 to 23 months
- Less than 12 months
- None
05
How much experience do you possess troubleshooting and repair drive train systems?
- 36 months or more
- 24 to 35 months
- 12 to 23 months
- Less than 12 months
- None
06
How much experience do you possess repairing repairing air brake and hydraulic brake systems?
- 36 or more months
- 24 to 35 months
- 12 to 23 months
- Less than 12 months
- None
07
How much experience do you possess performing engine overhaulx or rebuild?
- 36 months or more
- 24 to 35 months
- 12 to 23 months
- Less than 12 months
- None
08
Which of the following certifications do you have from Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) (if any) (Please attach a copy of each certification claimed for credit.):
- Gasoline Engines
- Electrical Systems
- Suspension and steering
- Drive train
- Brakes
- None
09
Do you possess a current, valid Louisiana driver's license?
- YES
- NO
Required Question