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MECHANIC III (FLEET SERVICES)

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We are currently seeking:

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A mechanic III to join our team and, under general supervision, maintain, repair and adjust City vehicles, equipment and machinery, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.

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Your responsibilities will include:

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  1. Performing preventive maintenance on City vehicles to maximize the effective life cycle of the equipment.
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  2. Diagnosing mechanical and electrical problems on vehicles and equipment; performing maintenance and repairs within scope of authority, and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
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  3. Performing all phases of basic automotive maintenance, including tune-ups, troubleshooting and repairs, tire repairs, electrical diagnostics, brake work, engine diagnostics, hydraulics and lubrications.
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  4. Diagnosing and repairing vehicle component systems, engines, transmissions, power trains, braking, and steering systems; using technical manuals and computer equipment to diagnose and correct vehicle problems.
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  5. Repairing electrical, fuel supply, brakes, air conditioning and engine cooling systems; performing emergency repairs in the field as required; installing auxiliary and specialized equipment; verifying equipment meets safety standards before returning to fleet operations.
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  6. Performing mandated annual safety inspections for City vehicles.
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  7. Performing welding tasks, fabricating and repairing metal parts and components.
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  8. Ordering parts as needed, maintaining shop, yard, and equipment in clean and orderly condition.
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  9. Maintaining work orders, recording and logging services performed and general vehicle information.
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  10. Utilizing proper safety precautions in all work performed, recognizing, avoiding, and reporting unsafe acts, conditions, accidents and injuries.
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  11. Participating in continuing education and certification opportunities.
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  12. Providing training and assistance to any Fleet Services employee
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  13. Supervisory duties in the absence of Supervisor, Level 4 Mechanics
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  14. Completing additional training above Mechanic 2 requirements
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  15. Hours: Monday through Friday 7:00am-4:00pm.
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  16. Regular and timely attendance is required.
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The above duties are not intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.

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Requirements and Skills:

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  • Safe and effective repair and maintenance of vehicles according to City standards.
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  • Organizational techniques with physical inventories and work scheduling.
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  • Inspecting, diagnosing and repairing mechanical, brake, fuel and electrical problems in gasoline and diesel vehicles.
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  • Reading and interpreting technical manuals and specifications.
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  • Safe use of power and hand tools, and chemicals, lubricants and cleaning compounds.
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  • Closely following verbal and written instructions and procedures.
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  • Understand and adhere to City policies, procedures, and safety rules.
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MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

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Education and Experience:

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High School diploma or equivalent; and four years' experience in vehicle maintenance; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

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Required Licenses or Certifications:

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  • Must possess a valid Texas Driver License. Class A/B CDL may be required. If a Class A/B CDL is obtained, held, and utilizedduring the course of employment, employee will be subject to DOT guidelines and regulations.
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  • Applicants with an out-of-state driver license must provide an original certified driving record from the state of driving licensure.
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  • Minimum of five ASE certifications to be obtained within 18 months of employment
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Required Knowledge of:

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  • Federal and state traffic and safety regulations.
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  • Methods, tools and equipment used in repair and maintenance of vehicles.
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  • City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
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  • Safety practices in a workshop environment.
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Physical Demands / Work Environment:

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  • Must have own tools sufficient to perform the daily repairs and duties.
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  • Work is performed in repair and maintenance facilities.
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  • Moderate physical demands; strength sufficient to lift and move items weighing up to seventy-nine (79) pounds; may be exposed to safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment.
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  • Requires vision capacity to perform fine calibrations and differentiate between colored wires.
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Job postings may be withdrawn at any time at direction of the City Manager.