City of Dallas
Mechanic II - Equipment and Fleet Management (Civil Service)
City of Dallas, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Mechanic II - Equipment and Fleet Management (Civil Service)
Job Summary
The Mechanic II performs a wide variety of journeyman level mechanical repairs and maintenance services on gasoline and diesel-powered heavy equipment to maintain equipment in operational readiness.
Essential Functions
Performs preventive and periodic maintenance, inspections and repairs to the fuel, ignition, electrical, braking and other systems in automotive equipment and power tools to ensure safe and operational condition, monitors recycling and environmental standards.
Repairs and maintains hydraulic equipment using hand and special tools or certifiable welds to provide functional equipment at all times; pulls, labels, cleans, and places into inventory parts from damaged vehicles to be used in repairing other damaged vehicles; replaces tires, suspension, and other parts and equipment.
Performs state mandated inspections to ensure appropriate work is completed; researches parts and equipment to determine the necessary course of action for repair and maintenance work.
Assists in emergency towing situations and various accident occurrences; tows vehicles and equipment for repair and maintenance.
Completes job tickets, work orders and keeps records of work performed, amount of time required, repairs, parts, and preventive maintenance completed and other paperwork to document work and conditions of equipment; drives a wrecker to work sites or field locations to repair or retrieve city vehicles or equipment.
Communicates with a variety of employees, divisions, other city departments, and vendors to coordinate the repair of equipment and obtain materials.
Trains and educates other Mechanic Is and Assistant Mechanics on procedures and methods for repairs; ensures all work is done accurately and effectively with strong attention to detail.
Performs any and all other work as assigned.
Available to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Knowledge And Skills
Knowledge of mechanical principles, methods, procedures, and tool use.
Knowledge of hand, pneumatic, and electric tools used in automotive repair.
Ability to diagnose and plan the repair of a wide variety of automotive and diesel mechanical problems.
Ability to read and understand automotive and mechanical repair manuals used in the repair of automotive machinery.
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
Ability to lead and train other mechanics.
Ability to complete apprenticeship training for the maintenance and repair of equipment.
Establishing and maintaining strong and effective relationships.
Minimum Qualifications Three (3) years experience in mechanical automotive/truck repair.
Equivalencies
An associate's degree or certificate in automotive technology plus one (1) year of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
LICENSE(S) And/or CERTIFICATIONS
Valid driver's license with good driving record.
Other Requirements
Availability to work varying shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Salary Range $49,244.15 - $55,353.15
City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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The Mechanic II performs a wide variety of journeyman level mechanical repairs and maintenance services on gasoline and diesel-powered heavy equipment to maintain equipment in operational readiness.
Essential Functions
Performs preventive and periodic maintenance, inspections and repairs to the fuel, ignition, electrical, braking and other systems in automotive equipment and power tools to ensure safe and operational condition, monitors recycling and environmental standards.
Repairs and maintains hydraulic equipment using hand and special tools or certifiable welds to provide functional equipment at all times; pulls, labels, cleans, and places into inventory parts from damaged vehicles to be used in repairing other damaged vehicles; replaces tires, suspension, and other parts and equipment.
Performs state mandated inspections to ensure appropriate work is completed; researches parts and equipment to determine the necessary course of action for repair and maintenance work.
Assists in emergency towing situations and various accident occurrences; tows vehicles and equipment for repair and maintenance.
Completes job tickets, work orders and keeps records of work performed, amount of time required, repairs, parts, and preventive maintenance completed and other paperwork to document work and conditions of equipment; drives a wrecker to work sites or field locations to repair or retrieve city vehicles or equipment.
Communicates with a variety of employees, divisions, other city departments, and vendors to coordinate the repair of equipment and obtain materials.
Trains and educates other Mechanic Is and Assistant Mechanics on procedures and methods for repairs; ensures all work is done accurately and effectively with strong attention to detail.
Performs any and all other work as assigned.
Available to work varying shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Knowledge And Skills
Knowledge of mechanical principles, methods, procedures, and tool use.
Knowledge of hand, pneumatic, and electric tools used in automotive repair.
Ability to diagnose and plan the repair of a wide variety of automotive and diesel mechanical problems.
Ability to read and understand automotive and mechanical repair manuals used in the repair of automotive machinery.
Ability to communicate both orally and in writing.
Ability to lead and train other mechanics.
Ability to complete apprenticeship training for the maintenance and repair of equipment.
Establishing and maintaining strong and effective relationships.
Minimum Qualifications Three (3) years experience in mechanical automotive/truck repair.
Equivalencies
An associate's degree or certificate in automotive technology plus one (1) year of the required experience will meet the education and experience requirements.
LICENSE(S) And/or CERTIFICATIONS
Valid driver's license with good driving record.
Other Requirements
Availability to work varying shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Salary Range $49,244.15 - $55,353.15
City of Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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