Lead Mechanic

City of Greenacres•Greenacres, FL

About The Position

The Lead Mechanic oversees and coordinates Mechanics’ work and performs skilled maintenance and repair of light-, medium-, and heavy-duty gasoline and diesel vehicles and related equipment. The role assists the Supervisor with planning and supervising shop and field work, procurement, employee training and performance feedback, and makes on-site operating decisions when the Fleet Supervisor is absent. It also supports workload optimization, environmental compliance, emergency operations, and safe shop operations. The Lead Mechanic performs preventive maintenance and general repairs; inspects, tests, diagnoses, and repairs vehicle and equipment systems; conducts computer diagnostics; repairs or overhauls gasoline and diesel engines; and performs welding and fabrication. The position maintains repair records and an organized work area, and may be called upon for after-hours service calls, community events, and City Emergency Operations Center activations.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
At least four years of experience maintaining and repairing automotive, diesel engine, and small engine equipment, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
Demonstrated supervisory experience.
Valid State of Florida driver’s license, maintained as required.
Good moral character.
Ability to pass a post-offer physical examination and any applicable testing or examinations.
Ability to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed for emergency repairs.
Ability to diagnose problems, troubleshoot, interpret wiring diagrams, blueprints, schematics, publications, and computerized tests, and reach sound conclusions.
Ability to supervise effectively, build teamwork and trust, communicate clearly, organize and prioritize multiple projects, and meet deadlines.
Ability to use common hand, power, and pneumatic tools and equipment, and drive trucks or vehicles with trailers.
Ability to work without close supervision, maintain professional and ethical conduct, build effective working relationships, and follow City and Department safety rules.
Ability to support the Department’s and City’s mission, values, and goals.
At least two ASE certifications, or ability to obtain them within six months of employment.
Advanced Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certification(s), or ability to obtain them within six months of employment.
FEMA ICS 100 and IS 700 emergency management certifications, or ability to acquire them within six months of employment.
Florida CDL Class B license with air-brake and water-tanker endorsement, or ability to obtain it within six months of employment.
Provide at least three professional or personal references and upload required applicable documents, including a high school diploma/GED certificate and, if applicable, college diploma and veterans’ preference or military discharge documentation.

Nice To Haves

Two or more ASE certifications.
Master ASE Medium/Heavy Truck Technician certification.
Other industry-related certifications.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning, supervising, and completing shop and field work, guiding employees and ensuring adherence to City and Department policies.
Assist the Supervisor with procurement by researching cost-effective solutions, preparing specifications and requisitions, evaluating suppliers and prices, and checking that purchases comply with purchase-order terms.
Assist with identifying employee training needs, mentoring staff, and providing ongoing performance feedback.
Serve as backup and make on-site operating decisions in the Fleet Supervisor’s absence.
Ensure employees follow preventive maintenance schedules and that tools, equipment, and vehicles are properly operated and maintained.
Research ways to optimize workload through operational efficiencies, new technologies, and best practices.
Coordinate environmental compliance audits, including NPDES, Wellfield Inspections, hazardous materials storage and disposal, and other required environmental permits.
Perform preventive maintenance and general repairs on vehicles, heavy-duty trucks, and equipment.
Inspect, test, diagnose, and repair vehicle and equipment systems and components, including cooling, fuel, lighting, electrical, hydraulic, and exhaust systems.
Conduct diagnostic computer testing and consult with the Supervisor about repairs.
Repair and overhaul gasoline and diesel engine equipment.
Perform welding, cutting, fabrication, and metal repair.
Complete cleaning and maintenance tasks to keep tools, equipment, and facilities clean and organized.
Assist with Division and Department emergency operations planning and implementation.
Follow and enforce safety procedures, use safety and personal protective equipment, and monitor the work environment for safety.
Respond to after-hours service calls as needed and work during community events or City Emergency Operations Center activations.
Maintain shop repair records and report logs, and organize and maintain a safe work area.
Perform other duties as assigned.