General Auto Tech Apprentice

To provide general maintenance to City vehicles in support of the operating activities.

Reads work orders and maintenance forms to ascertain the condition of vehicles, application of maintenance modifications and general maintenance. Diagnose and isolate cause of malfunction in vehicle to be repaired. Interprets and applies information contained in manufacturers' manuals, lube orders and other data relevant to the maintenance of vehicles. Adjusts operating mechanisms such as valves, tappets, carburetors, governors, ignition systems, points, central linkage, clutches and brakes, using feeler gauges, dial indicators, special gauges and templates Times magnetos, distributors, injectors, and injection pumps, using timing pins and lights Replaces subassemblies, components and accessories, such as starters, fuel pumps, carburetors, generators, radiators, universal joints, brake shoes, engine mounts, low pressure lines and fittings Instructs and assists lower skilled personnel in maintenance practices and procedures. Operates wrecker or service trucks Observes all job-site safety regulations May be required to work overtime Must be able to completely tear down and reassemble such components as engines, DIFF, TRAN, pumps, starters, gen, hyd, cyl. Will be held responsible for tools/equipment supplied by the City Performs related duties as assignedHigh School Diploma or GED Must have a valid Operator's license upon reporting to work Ability to operate power tools, alignments, wheel balancing machines and engine analyzing machines Ability to lift over 50 lbs Ability to carry up to 15 lbs Ability to perform the following: straight pulling, reaching above the shoulder, pushing, walking, standing and kneeling. Ability for rapid mental muscular coordination simultaneously Working ability to read and understand operating manuals, service manuals, and written instructions relative to job duties. Knowledge of basic repair procedures and techniques applicable to the repair of vehicles Must have hand tools relevant to this type of repair upon reporting for work. •Must pass pre-employment physical. •The above are minimum requirements.

Work is performed primarily in an automotive garage; however, there is some exposure to various outside weather conditions. Incumbent is exposed to constant noise a well as dust/dirt, asbestos, fumes, smoke, gases, greases, oils, electrical energy, vibrations, and solvents. May work on slippery surfaces, around machinery with moving parts, around moving objects/vehicles, hands in water or wet material. Incumbent works primarily alone and hours are generally specific. Unusual fatigue factors exist with these conditions.