(DPW) Vehicle/Equipment Mechanic III

City of Atlanta•Atlanta, GA

About The Position

Performs highly skilled and semi-skill complex repairs and expected to independently perform work involving the operation and maintenance of vehicles and equipment. Duties may include but are not limited to running diagnostic tests on vehicles, completing work requests, removing, and replacing parts, performing fleet management tasks, reporting, and maintaining equipment which includes tow trucks, forklifts, battery power packs, auto code scanners, key cutters and other equipment used in the daily operation of the garage. Works under direct supervision and follows standard procedures and written instructions to accomplish assigned tasks. These are typical responsibilities for this position and should not be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Knowledge of automotive terminology and principles of automotive repair.
Skill in the use of computers; diagnostic scan tools in troubleshooting vehicle maintenance issues and in the care and use of basic mechanic tools.
Ability to: communicate effectively both orally and in writing; to maintain effective working relationships with fellow employees, internal and external customers.
High school diploma or GED
Completion of a 1 year technical or vocational course of study or any other certification in Automotive or Diesel training
3 years of experience in major and general vehicle, diesel, and collision repairs.
A Georgia Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) must be obtained within 6-month from the date hired.

Nice To Haves

Completion of a 2-year technical or vocational course of study in the appropriate area and 5 years' experience in major and general vehicle, diesel, and collision repairs.

Responsibilities

Performs vehicle inspections, repairs, and of testing vehicle systems, including drive train, engine operation, transmission operation, suspension, steering, brakes, electrical system, HVAC and emissions
Completes or revises work order for repairs
Obtains required parts
Performs major (gasoline or diesel) engine, transmissions, brakes, ignition systems and chassis repairs to include disassembling and assembling components
Inspects and tests completed work
Ordering of parts when needed and updates required records. Equipment consists of automobiles, trucks, heavy construction or related equipment.
Performs routine minor repairs, replace worn drive belts, hoses, brakes and filters with complex repairs on vehicles and off road equipment
Gathers information from vehicle operator reports, fault codes and other diagnostic data
Troubleshoots and diagnoses problems
Identifies items needing repair
Completes required repairs
Ensures vehicle operation and performance is within specified limits
Performs safety checks on brake, suspension, exhaust, cooling and other systems
Assists with fleet management
Assesses repair or service needs of vehicle
Runs diagnostic tests on vehicles
May schedule towing for disabled vehicles, arrange pick-up or dispatch operable vehicles to applicable service facility for repair
Performs post service inspections
Assists with reporting
Compiles statistical information regarding labor, vehicle downtime and repair history in AssetWorks.
Provides guidance and training as required to lower level, apprentice and VEM I & II, temporary employees, etc.
May oversee work performed by apprentices and VEM I & II and assist with training of employees.
May also oversee temporary or contract workers as needed.