Mechanic

JOB This position is designated as safety-sensitive. As such, a pre-employment physical examination and drug screening are mandatory. The incumbent will also be subject to random drug and alcohol testing throughout the duration of employment. Performs difficult skilled work in repair and maintenance of automobiles, light and heavy-duty trucks, and other gasoline equipment, including diagnosis, repair and preventive maintenance activities.

EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

Performs complex skilled mechanic work including the repair, adjustment and maintenance of motor vehicles and construction/landscape equipment both gasoline and diesel-powered. Performs general repairs and overhaul work on internal combustion engines (regular and electronic ignition systems) and all equipment components and accessories (brake systems - drum, disc, air; alternator charging systems, hydraulics, differentials, air conditioning, electrical systems, etc.). Performs routine scheduled preventative maintenance on vehicles and equipment, including tune-ups, changing oil and filters, changing air filters, mount, balancing, and rotating tires, transmission fluid checks, etc. Operates test equipment in detecting mechanical defects in vehicles and equipment. Make decisions determining repair or replacement of defective units or relates parts. Repairs various specialty equipment such as power mowers, air compressors and pneumatic accessories, pumps, and related machinery and small equipment. Travel to job sites to diagnose and/or repair vehicles/equipment; tows to shop as needed. Conducts inspections, road tests vehicles, completes and maintains vehicle/equipment records. Coordinates service station operations for providing equipment with gasoline, diesel fuel and oil. Performs emergency repairs on all types of equipment. Keeps Maintenance Shop cleaned, stocked, and maintained. Trains employees in proper use and service of vehicles and equipment. Performs other related duties as required.

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbents may be required to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.