Diesel Mechanic I

City of Petersburg•Petersburg VA 23803, VA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs major and minor repair and replacement work on buses. Work is performed under the supervision of the Maintenance Superintendent and Senior Mechanic.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Knowledge of methods, tools and equipment used in repairing heavy diesel equipment
Knowledge and skill in the use of shop tools, such as drills, grinders, micrometers, and welding equipment
Ability to diagnose more common defects in the motors and bodies of buses
Ability to detect, by inspection, any worn or broken bus parts
Ability to interpret work from sketches, diagrams and installation and repair charts
Ability to keep records of repairs and service operations and to make reports
Ability to follow and execute oral and written instructions accurately
An equivalent combination of training and experience (as approved by the department) may be used to meet the minimum qualifications of the position
Possession of a valid appropriate commercial driver's license issued by the Commonwealth of Virginia
Must be able to obtain passenger endorsement within 6 months of employment; failure to do so may result in termination
Must obtain a Type 2 Air Conditioning License within 6 months of employment; failure to do so may result in termination

Nice To Haves

One (1) year of experience in repairing automotive, heavy diesel or light power-driven equipment

Responsibilities

Perform major and minor repair and replacement work
Perform selected repairs and replacement of diesel driven equipment
Repair and overhaul brakes, ignition and fuel systems, etc.
Repair, overhaul and maintain special equipment
Disassemble, repair and reassemble air compressor, pumps, and related equipment
Perform diversified electrical work on diesel equipment, such as installing batteries terminals, repair and adjusting lights, installing generators and starters
Service air conditioning systems for heavy diesel equipment
Maintain housekeeping standards set forth by Maintenance Superintendent
Promote safety in the work place
Perform other duties, as assigned