Heavy Equipment Mechanic (Series)

City of Chattanooga•Chattanooga, TN

7d•$23 - $32•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Chattanooga is seeking a Heavy Equipment Mechanic to perform routine maintenance and repair of City vehicles and equipment. This is a career ladder position with three levels (Mechanic 1, 2, and 3), offering opportunities for progression. The role involves performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical issues, overhauling major components, and ensuring the safe and efficient operation of a wide variety of city vehicles and equipment. The position requires working with moderate supervision and may involve responding to emergency calls and assisting with shop maintenance. The city is committed to public service and making Chattanooga a thriving community.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
One (1) year of preventive maintenance experience (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 1)
Three (3) years of preventive maintenance experience (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 2)
Five (5) years of preventive maintenance experience (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3)
Any combination of vocational/technical training in equipment or automotive mechanics and/or experience may be combined to satisfy the required experience, or any combination of equivalent experience and education.
Valid Driver's License
Attainment of ASE Certification T4 (Brakes) within one (1) year (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 1)
Attainment of ASE Certification T4 (Brakes) within one (1) year (Fire Apparatus Mechanic 1)
Attainment of any three (3) T Series ASE Certifications (one must be T4) (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 2)
Attainment of ASE Certifications T4 (Brakes) and T5 (Suspension and Steering) in addition to EVT EXAM F1 (Maintenance, Inspection, and Testing of Fire Apparatus) and F2 (Design & Performance Standards of Fire Apparatus) (Fire Apparatus Mechanic 2)
Attainment of any five (5) T Series ASE Certifications (one must be T4) (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3)
Valid TN Class B or Class A CDL Required (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3)
Knowledge of methods, techniques, parts, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of diesel and gasoline powered vehicles.
Knowledge of diagnostic devices utilized in identifying vehicle and/or equipment malfunctions.
Knowledge of the operation and maintenance of a wide variety of hand, power, and shop tools and equipment common to the field.
Knowledge of safe work methods and safety regulations pertaining to the work.
Knowledge of basic shop mathematics and tire changing techniques.
Skill in maintaining and repairing vehicles and equipment.
Skill in detecting and diagnosing vehicle and equipment malfunctions.
Skill in performing routine vehicle maintenance activities.
Skill in operating and maintaining a wide variety of hand, power, and shop tools and equipment used in the work.
Skill in understanding and following oral and written instructions.
Skill in preparing basic records and reports.
Skill in reading and interpreting manuals, specifications, and drawings.
Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with other employees and those contacted in the course of the work.
Ability to perform routine preventative maintenance and simple repairs on motorized equipment, including gas and diesel powered engines.
Ability to use hand and power tools.
Ability to read and understand technical service manuals.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
Ability to keep simple records.
Ability to work cooperatively with others.
Ability to recognize and report defects or malfunctions, upon inspection.
Ability to perform tasks requiring strength, such as two people positioning 100 pound equipment blades, carrying equipment parts, climbing onto equipment, and mounting tires on trucks and construction equipment.
Ability to hear and distinguish various sounds, such as voices of co-workers in noisy environments and sounds of operating equipment.
Ability to distinguish colors, such as color-coded wire and the color of fluids.
Ability to distinguish temperatures of equipment, to avoid burns.
Ability to use impact tools, such as tire guns and sledgehammers, which cause body vibration.
Knowledge of welding techniques (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3).
Knowledge of braking, electrical, and hydraulic systems (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3).
Knowledge of electrical circuit operations (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3).
Knowledge of advanced methods, techniques, parts, tools, and materials used in the maintenance and repair of diesel and gasoline powered vehicles (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3).
Skill in prioritizing and assigning work (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3).
Skill in welding, cutting, and modifying equipment and vehicle body parts (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3).
Skill in fabricating parts (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3).
Skill in performing major vehicle and equipment repairs (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 2 & 3).
Skill in detecting and diagnosing complex vehicle and equipment malfunctions (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3).
Must meet regular attendance requirements.
Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers, and citizens.
Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.
Must be able to use, carry, and answer their cell phone as determined by their job duties and the department head.
This position is deemed essential during inclement weather situations, and must report to or remain at work, even when administrative closings are announced, as determined by the Department Head.

Responsibilities

Performs vehicle servicing activities including changing oil, checking fluid levels, inspecting brakes, chassis components, and tires.
Responds to emergency calls for vehicle service in the field and may transport equipment and vehicles.
Changes and repairs tires on City trucks and vehicles.
Evaluates, detects, and diagnoses major and/or minor electrical and mechanical problems on vehicles and/or equipment and implements required repairs.
Performs preventive maintenance on vehicles and/or equipment, including refilling lubricants, tuning up engines, replacing worn parts, and inspecting for safety hazards.
Participates in performing major overhauls, which includes rebuilding alternators and removing/reinstalling transmissions.
Installs and repairs auxiliary emergency lights, cameras, and other related equipment.
Uses and maintains a full set of hand, power, and shop tools and equipment related to the work, observing safe work methods and utilizing safety equipment.
Assists in performing welding, cutting, and fabrication of metal materials for heavy and light equipment repairs and/or modifications.
Monitors and maintains inventory of applicable fleet maintenance supplies, inventory, and equipment.
Assists in cleaning and maintaining the fleet shop area.
Overhauls, repairs, and maintains a wide variety of light and heavy vehicles and equipment and their component systems and computerized automotive systems.
Diagnoses, repairs, cleans, adjusts, and installs fuel, ignition, electrical, and cooling systems.
Diagnoses, repairs, overhauls, and rebuilds transmission systems and engines.
Removes, repairs, and replaces tires and wheels; diagnoses and adjusts steering mechanisms and other controls.
Road tests vehicles and inspects vehicles in the shop and field.
Modifies, fabricates, and installs new parts using welding equipment.
Maintains and repairs small gasoline engines and similar equipment.
Reads and interprets manuals, drawings, and specifications; estimates labor, material, and equipment, and orders parts required to complete assignments.
Picks up and delivers parts and equipment to and from vendors and/or applicable job sites.
Completes forms and keeps accurate maintenance records.
Stores, maintains records, and arranges for disposal of hazardous waste materials.
Serves as a lead to lower-level fleet maintenance staff, including assigning and monitoring work, training staff on work methods and procedures, and providing direction (Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3 only).
Performs diagnostic tests to identify and rebuild/repair malfunctions on all diesel, gasoline, and electric equipment.
Diagnoses hydraulic malfunctions, engines, repairs pumps, cylinders, and control valves.
Overhauls pumps, actuators, transmissions, compressors, vacuum, and electric controls and components.
Tests overhauled equipment to ensure operating efficiency.
Installs and repairs air-conditioning components.
Performs diagnostic tests and repairs/overhauls complete brake and steering systems.
Performs inspections and serviceability/reliability checks/repairs/rebuilds on all brake, steering, and driveline components.
Performs in-depth preventative maintenance inspections and makes repairs to ensure reliability and safety.
Performs diagnostic tests and repairs on emission control systems.
Makes electrical system servicing and repairs on the majority of vehicles and equipment assigned.
Performs accurate documentation on repair work orders, including opening, documenting, and closing repair work orders.
Correctly charges parts to work orders, completes all required documentation, and utilizes laptop computers to complete, verify parts/labor, and input comments.
Ensures a SAFE work environment, identifies/corrects safety infractions, walks and talks safety, wears PPE as required, and performs job risk assessments.
Performs emergency road services to equipment outside the garage.
Prepares and maintains records and reports relating to work accomplished.
Performs major and minor mechanical repairs and adjustments on power drive, brakes, steering mechanisms, and electrical, cooling, and related systems on light and heavy motorized equipment and vehicles.
Repairs and adjusts hydraulic and vacuum operated systems; replaces hydraulic motors, hoses, and fittings; installs and adjusts power takeoffs.
Performs welding, fabrication, and machine work incidental to completion of repair assignments.
Performs service calls for landfill equipment and on-road equipment.
Adjusts and makes repairs to diesel engines; adjusts or repairs valves, carburetors, generators, and related units; replaces all worn or defective parts.
Performs daily housekeeping duties to ensure a clean and organized shop.
Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on fire apparatus vehicles and equipment.
Files repair reports with the Shift Supervisor.
Performs general repairs, tests, and recharges/replaces batteries.
Diagnoses problems with fire department vehicles, radios, apparatus, and other types of equipment.
Performs metal fabrication, fabricates high-pressure hoses, fittings, hydraulic hoses, and conducts field repairs as needed.
Conducts welding on steel and aluminum, ensures repairs are made as required.
Assembles plumbing and pumping apparatus.
Repairs electric generators.
Rebuilds air, water, and hydraulic valves.
Reviews technical drawings for compliance with NFPA.
Conducts preventive maintenance inspection/repair records, pump service test forms, and emergency generator maintenance.
Maintains emergency generators and makes repairs as required.
Sets up tools and equipment; procures parts and supplies for repairs.
Cleans shop area, parts room, restrooms, and office.
Delivers apparatus to outside repair shops as necessary.
Makes emergency repairs at fire scenes as necessary.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation
Robust pay scales
Generous paid time off
Flexible scheduling where possible
Comprehensive health benefits
Wellness programs
Centralized health clinic and pharmacy for all City employees
Focus on professional development
Upward mobility within the organization
Annual tool reimbursement of $1,200.00 after the first completed year of employment
Uniforms provided at no cost to the employee
Safety boots provided at no cost to the employee