Mechanic I (Full-time)

Canton Township•Canton, MI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This is skilled mechanical work of the journeymen level in the maintenance and repair of diesel engines, firefighting apparatus, automobiles, and other Township equipment. The work involves responsibility for keeping Township automotive, firefighting, and mechanical equipment in good working order. The employee receives general supervision from a departmental supervisor and work is reviewed through discussion and observation of the efficiency of equipment in operation. The employee is responsible for making technical decisions and for developing work methods and procedures. In addition, the employee acts as a lead worker in organizing and coordinating the work of other employees performing a variety of mechanical maintenance and repair duties.

Requirements

Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, methods, equipment, and tools of the mechanical trade including the repair and maintenance of firefighting equipment, diesel engines, and automotive
Considerable knowledge of the mechanics and operating principles of internal combustion engines.
Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work.
Ability to make estimates of time and materials needed for repairs.
Ability to interact with customers while providing a high level of Customer Service.
Skill in diagnosing defective automotive, firefighting, diesel, and related equipment.
Skill in the use of tools and in the operation of machines and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of automotive, firefighting, diesel, and related equipment.
Considerable experience as a journeyman mechanic, including some experience in the maintenance and repair of automotive, firefighting, diesel and related equipment.
Graduation from an accredited high school or trade school, with completion of a course of study in automotive and firefighting apparatus maintenance and repair preferred; or any combination of experience and training which will provide the desired knowledge, abilities, and skills.
Must possess a current, valid Michigan Driver's License with a driving history that does not create liability concerns; which includes, but is not limited to, convictions for reckless driving, careless driving, suspended license, or convictions involving drinking and impaired driving.

Nice To Haves

Possession of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Group B with Endorsement N, or temporary Group B with Endorsement N from the State of Michigan at the time of hire.
Must successfully pass the road test for the Group B, at applicant's own expense, within 180 days after employment with Canton Township.
Possession of current valid certification from the State of Michigan in Automotive and Heavy Duty Equipment Repair.

Responsibilities

Performs a wide variety of mechanical repair work involving light, heavy, and special automotive, firefighting, and other equipment including trucks, tractors, air compressors, pumps, and diesel
Adjusts, repairs and replaces parts in engines, transmissions, differentials and other equipment.
Inspects equipment, analyzes trouble, and plans and implements the repair operations.
Performs bumping, painting, drilling, bolting, welding, brazing, soldering, and cutting operations.
Makes repairs to the electrical systems of automotive and power-driven equipment.
Performs road services on equipment as required.
Inspects bodies and replaces body units and fixtures.
Relines and adjusts brakes and makes repairs to hydraulic systems.
Performs motor tune-ups on all types of equipment.
Performs front end alignments, balances wheels, repairs tires and replaces shock
Performs miscellaneous painting, repair and maintenance
Operates a variety of power operated and hand tools used in mechanical and maintenance work.
Repairs or replaces minor assemblies and sub-assemblies on various types of equipment.
Leads and coordinates the work of employees performing a variety of mechanical maintenance duties.
Performs related work as assigned.
Performs routine administrative duties in the supervisor's absence.