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City of Lancaster

City of Lancaster is hiring: Mechanic in Lancaster

City of Lancaster, Lancaster, TX, United States, 75146

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Summary

Repairs and overhauls municipal vehicles by performing the following duties.

  • Examines vehicle to discern the nature and extent of damage or malfunction.
  • Plans work procedure.
  • Raises vehicle, with hydraulic jack or hoist, to gain access to mechanical units bolted to underside of vehicle.
  • Removes unit such as engine, transmission, or differential.
  • Disassembles unit and inspects parts for wear.
  • Repairs or replaces parts such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings.
  • Overhauls or replaces carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps.
  • Rebuilds parts such as crankshafts and cylinder blocks.
  • Rewires ignition system, lights, and instrument panel.
  • Replace and adjusts brakes, aligns front end, repairs or replaces shock absorbers, and solders leaks in radiator.
  • Mends damaged body and fenders by hammering out or filling in dents and welding broken parts.
  • Replaces and adjusts headlights, and installs and repairs accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers
  • Oversees emergency equipment installation and operation maintenance on emergency vehicles.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

Summary

Repairs and overhauls municipal vehicles by performing the following duties.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

  • Examines vehicle to discern the nature and extent of damage or malfunction.
  • Plans work procedure.
  • Raises vehicle, with hydraulic jack or hoist, to gain access to mechanical units bolted to underside of vehicle.
  • Removes unit such as engine, transmission, or differential.
  • Disassembles unit and inspects parts for wear.
  • Repairs or replaces parts such as pistons, rods, gears, valves, and bearings.
  • Overhauls or replaces carburetors, blowers, generators, distributors, starters, and pumps.
  • Rebuilds parts such as crankshafts and cylinder blocks.
  • Rewires ignition system, lights, and instrument panel.
  • Replace and adjusts brakes, aligns front end, repairs or replaces shock absorbers, and solders leaks in radiator.
  • Mends damaged body and fenders by hammering out or filling in dents and welding broken parts.
  • Replaces and adjusts headlights, and installs and repairs accessories such as radios, heaters, mirrors, and windshield wipers
  • Oversees emergency equipment installation and operation maintenance on emergency vehicles.
  • Other duties may be assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Education and/or Experience

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; or six months to one year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Required: A valid Class B (CDL) Driver’s License with a clean driving record is required for this position. Driving is a requirement of this position

The City of Lancaster offer a complete benefits packeage to full-time employees which includes: health care; paid holidays, vacation time, sick leave, retirement, longevity, tuition reimbersemet and more.

To learn more details, vist our benefits page.

01

Do you currently possess a valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)?

  • Yes
  • No

02

How many years of professional experience do you have working as a mechanic or performing vehicle repairs?

  • None
  • Less than 1 year
  • 1-3 years
  • 4-6 years
  • More than 6 years

03

Which of the following vehicle systems or components have you personally diagnosed or repaired? (Select all that apply)

  • Engine overhauls
  • Electrical systems (including rewiring)
  • Brakes and Suspension
  • Air conditioning systems
  • Emergency vehicle equipment
  • Transmission or differential rebuilds
  • None of the above

04

Are you able to regularly lift or move items weighing 50–100 pounds as required by this position?

  • Yes
  • No, not able to
  • Yes, but prefer not to

05

Which diagnostic tools or equipment are you experienced with? (Select all that apply)

  • A/C refrigerant recovery unit
  • Battery/alternator testers
  • Hydraulic jack or lift systems
  • Welding or metal repair tools
  • None of the above

06

Are you comfortable working in environments with extreme temperatures, moving parts, fumes, or other mechanical hazards?

  • Yes
  • No
  • Occasionally
  • Required Question

Seniority level

  • Seniority level

    Entry level

Employment type

  • Employment type

    Full-time

Job function

  • Job function

    Management and Manufacturing
  • Industries

    Government Administration

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