Assistant Mechanic

Grand Blanc Township•Grand Blanc, MI

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Lead Mechanic, the Assistant Mechanic participates in maintaining and repairing Township vehicles and equipment and performs technical tasks related to assigned areas of responsibility. Work is generally supervised by the Lead Mechanic or Senior Mechanic, or by the Director of Public Services when the Lead Mechanic is absent. The position performs mechanical repairs on gasoline-, diesel-, compressed natural gas (CNG)-, and electrically powered automotive, transit, construction, and other equipment. Duties include inspecting and diagnosing mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems; repairing vehicle systems and components; maintaining tires and brakes; keeping shop areas and records; and appropriately disposing of or recycling shop materials. The employee is expected to continue education and training and perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license.
State of Michigan mechanic trainee permit; the employee must obtain certifications in the areas of work performed.
Basic computer, mathematical, and electrical skills.
Ability to maintain shop and repair records and logs.
Ability to inspect automotive, emergency, and public works equipment to diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems and determine corrective procedures.
Knowledge of methods, materials, equipment, and tools used in vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair.
Knowledge of gasoline and diesel engine mechanical and electrical systems and principles and practices of engine repair and maintenance.
Knowledge of welding and fabrication methods and techniques.
Knowledge of hydraulic system operating and repair characteristics.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and standard safety procedures.
Ability to communicate, understand, and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with people contacted during work.

Nice To Haves

State of Michigan Auto and Heavy-Duty Truck certification.
Valid Commercial Driver's License, Class B, with N and Air Brakes.

Responsibilities

Repair gasoline-, diesel-, CNG-, and electrically powered automotive, transit, heavy and light construction, and other power-driven equipment.
Inspect, diagnose, and locate mechanical difficulties on Township vehicles and equipment.
Diagnose, maintain, and repair electrical components and systems, including ignition systems, computers, alternators, high-voltage power generators, starters, and batteries.
Diagnose, maintain, repair, and recondition hydraulic systems; repair front and rear drive axles, drivetrain components, belts, gears, and chain drives.
Replace or repair faulty parts, including wheel bearings, clutches, oil seals, shock absorbers, exhaust systems, steering mechanisms, and related parts and equipment.
Tune engines by replacing ignition parts and reconditioning or adjusting carburetors, throttle body and port fuel injection systems, and propane fuel systems; repair and maintain emission control systems.
Repair, adjust, and replace brake systems, including wheel cylinders, master cylinders, disc pads, drums, rotors, and hydraulic and air brakes.
Inspect tire and wheel assemblies, assess whether wheels, tires, and tubes can be repaired, and repair, remount, and balance tires.
Clean the shop, properly dispose of discarded mechanical parts and materials, and recycle appropriate shop by-products, including oil, antifreeze, and oil/fuel filters.
Maintain shop and repair records and logs.
Continue education and training.
Perform related duties and other tasks as assigned by the Lead Mechanic or Director of Public Services.