Heavy Truck and Equipment Mechanic

City of Farmington•Farmington, NM

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Heavy Truck and Equipment Mechanic performs semi-skilled and skilled maintenance and repair work on vehicles in the City’s fleet and City mechanical equipment. The role carries out preventive maintenance, inspections, testing, servicing, repairs, and related documentation for assigned vehicles and equipment, including cars, trucks, trailers, snowplows, and heavy construction equipment. Work may include repairs to brake, engine, electrical, fuel, transmission, ignition, air, exhaust, axle, and hydraulic systems, as well as tire repair and metal cutting. The mechanic evaluates equipment condition and determines cost-effective maintenance, repair, or replacement needs. The mechanic works under the direct supervision of the Heavy Equipment Lead, who reports to the Shop Foreman, within the Vehicle Maintenance Division under the overall direction of the Vehicle Maintenance Superintendent. The position coordinates assignments, repair priorities, progress, and technical concerns with the Heavy Equipment Lead; maintains accurate work orders and maintenance records; requisitions parts and supplies; and provides emergency field assistance as needed. The position participates in a rotating 24-hour on-call schedule, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays, and must be able to reach the Municipal Operations Center within thirty minutes after receiving a call or page. This is a regular, full-time position based at the MOC VM Shop. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The position is subject to the City’s drug and alcohol testing policy, extensive background checks, a pre-employment physical and/or drug/alcohol test, and a baseline audiometric examination. Employees must supply their own hand tools and storage cabinet/tool chest; an annual tool allowance may be provided subject to City Council budget approval.

Requirements

High school graduation or GED equivalent, plus specialized training in mechanics, maintenance management, or a closely related field.
Three years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Valid driver’s license and an acceptable driving record for the past three years.
Valid Commercial Driver’s License, or ability to obtain one within nine months of employment.
Obtain A.S.E. certifications within nine months of hire and maintain them.
Thorough knowledge of equipment and on-highway truck mechanics, including automotive gas and diesel engines.
Considerable knowledge of diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulics, gas engines, and electrical systems.
Working knowledge of hazards and safety precautions common to municipal maintenance and repair activities.
Working knowledge of modern automotive maintenance practices, methods, materials, and tools.
Ability and willingness to be on 24-hour call, with a working telephone, and to reach the Municipal Operations Center within thirty minutes after receiving a call or page.
Ability to complete assigned projects in a timely manner.
Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing and to complete required work orders and related documentation daily.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and maintain effective working relationships.
Ability to perform repairs and maintenance on cars, trucks, trailers, snowplows, and other equipment as needed.
Must provide own hand tools and storage cabinet/tool chest.
Must pass required background checks and applicable pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol testing; position is subject to the City’s drug and alcohol testing policy.
Must complete a baseline audiometric examination.

Nice To Haves

Some computer experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Maintain and repair vehicles in the City’s fleet and City mechanical equipment.
Perform preventive maintenance, inspections, testing, servicing, and repairs on assigned vehicles and equipment.
Repair brake, engine, electrical, fuel, transmission, ignition, air, exhaust, axle, and related systems; work on hydraulic systems when needed.
Evaluate the condition of heavy construction equipment and vehicles and perform needed repairs.
Analyze vehicles and mechanical systems to determine cost-effective maintenance, repair, or replacement options.
Inspect, adjust, and replace units and parts as part of repair and maintenance work.
Change and repair tires, cut metal, and perform related work.
Requisition equipment, parts, and supplies for vehicle and mechanical system maintenance.
Coordinate daily assignments, repair priorities, work progress, and technical concerns with the Heavy Equipment Lead.
Communicate safety concerns and delays through the established chain of command.
Provide emergency field assistance to disabled equipment as needed and appropriate.
Maintain accurate daily work orders and maintenance records, including labor hours, parts and fluids used, diagnostic findings, repairs, and equipment status, using City-designated systems.
Participate in the rotating 24-hour on-call schedule, including weekdays, weekends, and holidays, and provide emergency field assistance when assigned.
Operate motor vehicles to support department and City business, including mechanical testing.
Keep assigned work areas clean and organized and follow shop safety procedures, including use of personal protective equipment.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, officials, vendors, supervisors, and the public.
Serve on employee committees as assigned.