City of San Luis is hiring: Mechanic in San Luis
City of San Luis, San Luis, AZ, United States, 85349
Join one of the fastest-growing cities in Arizona and the youngest in Yuma County!
As a Mechanic, you will:
Performroutine and advanced inspections, diagnostics, maintenance, and repairs on a variety of vehicles and equipment, includinglight- and heavy-dutyunits, hybrid/electric vehicles, and public safety apparatus.
Diagnose mechanical and electrical malfunctions using diagnostic tools and repair manuals, complete corresponding repairs.
Perform specialized work on heavy equipment such as backhoes, skid steers, graders, aerial lifts, boom lifts, sanitation trucks, and fire apparatus
Service, recharge,andmaintainvehicleair conditioning.
Inspect, repair, patch, balance, and mount tiresas needed.
Conduct welding and fabrication for equipment repairs and modifications
Perform research and troubleshooting to support effective repairs and maintenance.
Operate a variety of hand and power tools and equipment in the performance of maintenance and repair tasks.
Load and unload equipment and supplies; lift and move heavy objectsin accordance withsafety procedures.
Handle, apply, and dispose of hazardous materialin accordance withregulations.
Advisesupervisor of required parts, equipment, and supplies.
Load and unload equipment and supplies; lift and move heavy objectsin accordance withsafety procedures.
Wash and detail vehicle and equipment as needed to complete maintenance, including buffing, waxing, and vacuuming.
Perform porter duties,includingparking,relocating, and transporting vehicles as needed.
Maintainaccurateservice records, inspection logs, and work orders using fleet management software; perform related data entry.
Maintain clean, safe, and organized workspaces, including assisting with overall shop housekeeping duties.
Advise supervisor or lead mechanic on needed parts, tools, and materials to complete the assignments;assistswith parts inventory and supply orders.
Respond to emergency vehicle or equipment breakdowns in the field asrequired.
Handle, apply, and dispose of hazardous materialsin accordance withregulations.
Communicateeffectively with team members, leadmechanic, andsupervisorto coordinate repairs and service activities.
Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulationsregardingvehicle safety, emissions, and workplace safety standards.
Provide courteous and professional customer service to internal and external customers.
Work with vendors to source, price, and order parts. Maintain professional, respectful, and ethical relationships with all vendors.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Will possess knowledge of:
- Methods, tools, and equipment used in the diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of gasoline, diesel, hybrid, and electric-powered vehicles and equipment, including heavy machinery and public safety units.
- Operation and repair of internal combustion engines, powertrains, suspensions, transmissions, brake systems, electrical systems, and electronic diagnostics.
- Proper use, handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous materials, including knowledge of OSHA standards and Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
- Hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical systems, including lift gates, aerial booms, sanitation bodies, and other specialty components.
- Air conditioning and climate control systems in automotive and heavy equipment applications.
- Welding, cutting, and basic metal fabrication techniques used in repair and maintenance.
- Hydraulic, pneumatic, mechanical systems, including lift gates, aerial booms, sanitation bodies, and other specialty components.
- Safe operation of a wide variety of hand and power tools, diagnostic scanners, lifts, jacks, cranes, and shop equipment.
- Occupational hazards, safety rules, and best practices in a fleet maintenance shop environment.
- Preventive maintenance scheduling principles and the use of fleet management software to track service records and vehicle history.
- Industrial standards, federal/ state/ local regulations, and environmental compliance requirements related to vehicle maintenance, emissions, and workplace safety.
Possess the ability to:
- Perform physically demanding work, including lifting, carrying, kneeling, and bending in various indoor and outdoor conditions, and inclement weather.
- Accurately inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems on a variety of vehicles and equipment.
- Utilize computerized diagnostic systems to troubleshoot and perform fine calibrations on vehicle and equipment components.
- Recognize and respond to unsafe working conditions, mechanical hazards, and operational failures in a timely and appropriate manner.
- Read, interpret, and apply information from technical manuals, schematics, blueprints, and manufacturer specifications.
- Prioritize and manage multiple tasks, assignments, and deadlines while maintaining attention to detail and quality of work.
- Accurately maintain service records, inspection logs, and work orders using fleet management software and related systems.
- Adhere to all applicable safety procedures, environmental regulations, and standard operating protocols in a shop environment.
- Build and maintain effective, respectful working relationships with supervisors, team members, vendors, and internal customers.
- Communicate clearly and professionally in both verbal and written form to convey technical information, complete reports, and collaborate with others.
- Demonstrate sound judgment, initiative, and problem-solving skills in a fast-paced, service-oriented setting.
- Work nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime as needed or required.
Perform occasional fieldwork or emergency service callouts may be required, including evenings or weekends.
Education, Training and Experience:
- High School Diploma or GED equivalency.
- A minimum of one (1) year of full-time experience in the maintenance and repair of automotive and mechanical equipment, including heavy equipment; OR and equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
Licenses and Certificates:
All Licenses and Certifications required must be maintained throughout employment.
- A valid Arizona driver's license at the time of appointment and must be maintained throughout employment.
- Residency within 25 miles of San Luis and within the US.
Desired/Preferred:
- Bilingual in Spanish.
- San Luis residency.
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employeeis regularly required tosit, walk, and stand; talk and hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel, oroperateobjects,tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and perform repetitive movements of hands or wrists. The employee isfrequentlyrequired tolift upto 100pounds unaided ad well as perform work whilebending, crawling, and standing for extended periods.
Specific vision abilitiesrequiredfor this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
Mental Demands
While performing the duties of this class, an employee uses written and oral communication skills; reads and interprets data, information and documents; analyzes and solves problems; uses math and mathematical reasoning; performs highly detailed work; deals with multiple concurrent tasks; and interacts with others encountered in the course of work, including frequent contact with customers and/or the public and dissatisfied/abusive individuals.
Work Environment
Work is performed primarily in a repair shop environment with exposure to noise, high heat conditions, oil, chemicals, fumes, grease, and potentially hazardous materials. Occasionally, work may be performed outdoors while making onsite repair calls, with exposure to varying weather conditions.
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