Equipment Mechanic - CDL

City of Waco•Waco, TX

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About The Position

Under basic supervision, the Equipment Mechanic performs maintenance, repairs, adjustments, and preventive maintenance on Fleet Services vehicles, specialty vehicles and equipment, and heavy equipment, following safety regulations and City procedures. The fleet includes light-, medium-, and heavy-duty vehicles and machinery used for road and grounds maintenance, heavy hydraulic systems, fire and police services, watercraft, and other specialized functions. Duties may vary by assignment. The mechanic inspects and diagnoses mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems; determines repair needs and priorities; and completes work within the scope of their authority and training. The role also includes preventive maintenance and diagnostics to extend equipment life, reduce downtime, and support City worker productivity, as well as specialized repairs to address safety and regulatory violations. The mechanic may install auxiliary or specialized equipment, transport equipment to the repair facility, and perform emergency field repairs. The position uses technical manuals and computer equipment to diagnose and repair gasoline, diesel, and hybrid engines and vehicle systems. It also involves maintaining work orders and service records, ordering parts and tracking inventory, and keeping the shop and work areas safe and orderly, including disposing of lubricants and chemicals according to safety procedures.

Requirements

Valid Texas Driver's License.
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
Two years of experience maintaining and repairing vehicles and heavy equipment; an associate's degree or higher in Automotive Technology may substitute for experience.
Texas Class B Commercial Driver's License required within 180 days.

Nice To Haves

HAZMAT Certification.

Responsibilities

Maintain, repair, adjust, and perform preventive maintenance on a diverse fleet of vehicles, equipment, and machinery.
Inspect and diagnose mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems; determine repair needs and priorities and perform repairs within the scope of authority and training.
Perform diagnostics and preventive maintenance to maximize equipment life cycle, reduce downtime, and improve productivity.
Perform specialized repair and maintenance work to address safety and regulatory violations.
Inspect vehicle and equipment status, conduct safety inspections, recommend replacement or major repair options, and install auxiliary or specialized equipment.
Operate, diagnose, and repair gasoline, diesel, and hybrid engines and their components using technical manuals and computer equipment.
Diagnose and repair electrical, fuel supply, hydraulic and pneumatic systems, brakes, drivetrain, suspension, exhaust, and engine cooling systems.
Perform arc and acetylene welding, body repair, and other metal component repairs as required.
Transport equipment from the field to the repair shop and perform emergency repairs in the field as required.
Identify and report vehicle problems requiring additional work and notify supervisors of repairs beyond the scope of authority or skills.
Maintain service records and logs; open and close work orders; document work hours, parts used, and repairs completed.
Order parts and maintain records of requisitions and stock inventory.
Maintain the shop facility and clean work areas; keep the work zone and equipment safe, remove debris, and dispose of lubricants and chemicals according to safety procedures.