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This is skilled work in the maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment. Employees in this class are responsible for the journey-level repair of a wide variety of light and medium motorized vehicles and attendant equipment. Work involves the overhaul and troubleshooting of standard and specialized engines, air conditioning and electrical systems, suspensions, and portable electrical generation equipment.
Job Responsibility:
Performs repairs, tune-ups, diagnostics tests, and major overhauls on a wide variety of light and medium equipment, including diesel, Hybrids and Compressed Natural Gas (CNG)
Responds to road service calls
services and repairs disabled vehicles for all mechanical malfunctions
Inputs and retrieves work orders from a computerized Fleet Maintenance Program
Directs preventative maintenance and simple repair activities of semi-skilled automotive workers
Inspects, adjusts, and replaces valves, pistons, bearings, brakes, cooling, fuel, ignition, electrical and exhaust systems
diagnoses systems using electronic scanner equipment
Overhauls and services hydraulic and vacuum controls and components
Operates service vehicles and tow trucks
performs on-road service on disabled vehicles
Diagnoses and repairs specialized Police vehicle emergency equipment
Diagnoses and repairs suspension problems
sets steering to factory specifications
Road-tests equipment following repair
Must be able and willing to perform all duties of subordinate positions
Must effectively and positively represent the City in delivering and performing work with colleagues and clients, irrespective of gender, race, religion, age, disability, political affiliation or belief, or sexual orientation
Must maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors, and managers
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED equivalent, or vocational school plus four (4) years experience as an automotive mechanic at the journey level
Must possess a valid State of Florida CDL Class B License within six (6) months of hire
Valid Driver’s License: With proof of automobile insurance
Background Check: Must have an acceptable background record
Driving Abstract: Must have an acceptable driving record
Knowledge of the standard practices and equipment of the automotive repair trade
Knowledge of Hybrid, CNG and Electrical vehicle systems
Knowledge of the operation of gasoline and diesel engines and of mechanical repair of a wide range of light and heavy equipment
Knowledge with heavy trucks and equipment
Knowledge of the hazards associated with the trade
Skill in the use of a variety of shop tools and equipment
Skill in troubleshooting and adjusting defects in automotive equipment
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions
Ability to diagnose and repair mechanical, hydraulic, air, and electronic systems
Ability to diagnose and repair diesel engines and their systems
Ability to instruct and direct personnel engaged in simple routine maintenance and repair
Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and automotive diagrams
Ability to use computer related vehicle and truck diagnostic programs
Ability to adapt available tools and parts to specific repair and adjustment work
Ability to maintain effective and professional relationships with work colleagues, supervisors, managers and the public
What we offer:
Low cost health insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision and Flexible Spending Plans
4-Day Work Week
Award Winning Wellness Program
Generous Paid Time Off Program inclusive of 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation Leave, Personal Leave, and Sick Leave
Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program eligibility after 10 years of public service