Heavy Shop Mechanic

City of Garland•Raleigh, NC

17d•$21 - $23•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for repairing and maintaining the operation of all City trucks and Heavy Duty equipment. May also be required to repair small engine equipment, electric and gas carts, fork lifts, tractors, riding mowers, trailers, blowers and many other items.

Requirements

High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (GED)
2 years related experience
Must own basic hand and air tools
Ability to lift over 50lbs
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.
Valid Class A or B Commercial Texas driver's license or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire

Nice To Haves

6 months to 1 year advanced training in Diesel mechanics
2-4 years experience in automotive shop repair and diagnosis
General knowledge of truck and or small engine and equipment repair and diagnostics
General knowledge of Fleet software processes
Skill in utilizing Cummins software
Skill in performing preventative maintenance on Diesel trucks and Heavy Duty equipment
Must obtain 1 Truck ASE Certification within one year of hire

Responsibilities

Perform preventative maintenance on city trucks and Heavy Duty equipment as well as any number of city owned equipment and assets
Diagnose and repair city trucks and Heavy Duty equipment and smaller equipment
Order necessary parts as needed
Maintain a clean and orderly Fleet Shop
Complete work labor and task information
Availability to work varying shifts including nights, weekends, holidays, overtime, and twenty-four/seven (24/7) emergency call-out.