Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County
Equipment Mechanic Certified
Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County, Nashville, Tennessee, United States, 37247
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Position Description This is a full-time Civil Service position in General Services. The Equipment Mechanic – Certified performs skilled repairs and maintenance on heavy-duty vehicles over 20,000 GVWR, on-road and off‑road construction equipment. Performs related duties as required.
The General Services Department ensures that city vehicles run safely, city buildings are maintained, and other services support Metro operations.
Shift: day or evening shift opportunities.
Typical Duties
Repair diesel powered vehicles and/or equipment according to manufacturer standards.
Inspect and diagnose various problems.
Maintain gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, air conditioning, electrical and other related systems.
Maintain and repair dozers, backhoes, rollers, pavers, milling machines, and other heavy‑duty equipment as well as light-duty grounds equipment such as mowers and golf course equipment.
Rebuild pumps, cylinder heads, cable control units and renew bearings and bushings on tracks.
Perform machine lathe work when necessary.
Weld and fabricate.
Repair or replace worn or defective parts.
Adjust fuel systems and perform tune‑ups.
Road test vehicles before and after repairs.
Provide roadside assistance including emergency repairs out-of-shop.
Ensure that proper service is maintained.
Complete work orders on every vehicle repaired.
Keep tools, equipment, and shop area clean and orderly.
Acquire parts from stockroom staff.
Attend seminars and training as needed.
Operate a service truck safely.
Perform emissions test (if applicable).
Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma and two (2) years of experience repairing heavy-duty motor vehicles and related equipment.
No substitutions will be considered for this position.
Licenses Required Any four (4) ASE Medium/Heavy Truck certifications (T1 – Gasoline Engines, T2 – Diesel Engines, T3 – Drive Train, T4 – Brakes, T5 – Suspension & Steering, T6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems, T7 – Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, T8 – Preventive Maintenance Inspection).
Must obtain a Class B commercial driver’s license within the first 12 months of employment.
Additional Requirements Employee must furnish proper tools to perform the job.
Applicants with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Valid Class B commercial driver’s license.
Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville Government respects religious beliefs and practices and will accommodate them when reasonable and does not create undue hardship.
Requests for ADA accommodation in the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615‑862‑6640.
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Position Description This is a full-time Civil Service position in General Services. The Equipment Mechanic – Certified performs skilled repairs and maintenance on heavy-duty vehicles over 20,000 GVWR, on-road and off‑road construction equipment. Performs related duties as required.
The General Services Department ensures that city vehicles run safely, city buildings are maintained, and other services support Metro operations.
Shift: day or evening shift opportunities.
Typical Duties
Repair diesel powered vehicles and/or equipment according to manufacturer standards.
Inspect and diagnose various problems.
Maintain gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, air conditioning, electrical and other related systems.
Maintain and repair dozers, backhoes, rollers, pavers, milling machines, and other heavy‑duty equipment as well as light-duty grounds equipment such as mowers and golf course equipment.
Rebuild pumps, cylinder heads, cable control units and renew bearings and bushings on tracks.
Perform machine lathe work when necessary.
Weld and fabricate.
Repair or replace worn or defective parts.
Adjust fuel systems and perform tune‑ups.
Road test vehicles before and after repairs.
Provide roadside assistance including emergency repairs out-of-shop.
Ensure that proper service is maintained.
Complete work orders on every vehicle repaired.
Keep tools, equipment, and shop area clean and orderly.
Acquire parts from stockroom staff.
Attend seminars and training as needed.
Operate a service truck safely.
Perform emissions test (if applicable).
Minimum Qualifications High School Diploma and two (2) years of experience repairing heavy-duty motor vehicles and related equipment.
No substitutions will be considered for this position.
Licenses Required Any four (4) ASE Medium/Heavy Truck certifications (T1 – Gasoline Engines, T2 – Diesel Engines, T3 – Drive Train, T4 – Brakes, T5 – Suspension & Steering, T6 – Electrical/Electronic Systems, T7 – Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning, T8 – Preventive Maintenance Inspection).
Must obtain a Class B commercial driver’s license within the first 12 months of employment.
Additional Requirements Employee must furnish proper tools to perform the job.
Applicants with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply.
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Valid Class B commercial driver’s license.
Equal Opportunity We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply. Metro Nashville Government respects religious beliefs and practices and will accommodate them when reasonable and does not create undue hardship.
Requests for ADA accommodation in the recruitment process should be directed to Human Resources at 615‑862‑6640.
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