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City of Lubbock

Lead Equipment Technician

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An Automotive Service Technician or Mechanic repairs and performs maintenance on cars and smaller trucks; may conduct auto inspections.

$48,113 / year median in Texas

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Performs difficult repairs requiring precision adjustments to automotive equipment, trucks, and construction equipment, and supervises equipment technicians. Perform all duties of an equipment technician; Perform difficult automotive and mechanical repairs requiring precision adjustments on a variety of vehicles, trucks and equipment; Conduct training and safety sessions for subordinate technicians; Perform advanced service writer duties such as pricing repair orders and posting production data on a computer; Evaluate quality and expedience of technician's assigned tasks; Assign repair orders to technicians; Ensure quality service through effective customer relations and timely feedback; Functions as service manager/supervisor in the event of his/her absence. Completion of an associate degree in auto/diesel mechanics with an additional four years of experience as a journey level mechanic; or any combination of relevant education and experience which provides the following:
Physical Exam Required Valid Current Commercial Driver's License Knowledge of:
Diesel and gasoline engine repair techniques.
Ability to:
Perform State inspections on vehicles; Perform difficult repairs on all major systems; Use precision tools and instruments; Meet certification and or competency standards established for the position; Communicate effectively with others. Physical Requirements Frequently lift and carry up to 25 pounds Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds Frequently stand and walk during the shift Frequently bend and kneel during the shift Frequently push and pull objects Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially flex at the knees Occasionally rotate upper trunk to the right or left while sitting or standing Frequently reach above, at or below shoulder height Coordinate eye and hand movement in order to operate a vehicle