Automotive Mechanic II

City of Farmington Hills•Farmington Hills, MI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Works as a mechanic maintaining and repairing a wide variety of City-owned and operated equipment. Responsibilities include diagnosing and servicing drive-train systems, diesel fuel systems, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and computer and computer control systems. Repairs may also require welding, fabricating, and wiring.

Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent.
Two years as a Mechanic I or demonstrated equivalent experience.
Basic computer skills in word processing and spreadsheet software.
Basic skills in navigating a computer operating system and applications.
Advanced skills in fleet maintenance or fleet work order software application.
Valid operator’s license with CDL Type A, with air brakes endorsement and a valid medical certification card.
Michigan State master certification in automotive, light truck, and heavy-duty truck categories or must obtain before the probationary period (6 months) is completed.

Nice To Haves

Technical school or associates degree preferred.
ASE or EVT certifications or both.
First Aid and CPR certification.
Illicit Discharge Elimination Program training.
Certified in Incident Command.

Responsibilities

Maintains, repairs, or replaces equipment ranging from small chainsaws to large diesel equipment, power train components, hydraulic systems and components, steering components, brake system, electrical system, snow maintenance equipment, computer-controlled equipment, and safety equipment.
Performs preventative maintenance work on City equipment such as oil changes, lubrication, and replacement of spark plugs, filters, air pollution equipment, tires, brakes, tune-ups, emission systems, wiring, and replacing hoses (hydraulic and water).
Installs snow plow frames and salt/sand augers, under-body scrapers, wiring including lights, hydraulic systems and safety equipment.
Diagnoses causes of malfunctions in city vehicles and recommends repair based on cost-benefit analysis.
Makes service calls in the field and returns the vehicle, if necessary, to garage for repair.
Uses electric or gas welding equipment to fabricate new or repair old equipment.
Occasionally performs body work including sheet metal, doors, windows, cabs and other metal parts.
Assists in all phases of repair and replacement of parts on City equipment.
May perform duties of a Mechanic III in a learning capacity.
Prepares detailed daily reports of work completed using City fleet software.
Instructs other personnel in the proper Maintenance techniques of equipment.
Assists in the preparation of specifications for the purchase of new and replacement equipment.
Inspects contracted work to make sure it complies with the bid specifications and records inspection data.
Performs the duties of other DPW personnel due to emergencies or temporary absences after receiving appropriate training and instruction.