Mechanic I
About The Position
Perform Preventive Maintenance Inspections (PMI) and repair mechanical defects on all types of City vehicles and equipment. Assist and participate in the general repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive and mechanical equipment. Perform brake inspections, brake replacement on light-duty vehicles, cooling system services, engine, transmission, and differential oil changes, tune-ups and valve adjustments. Perform tire repairs and replacements on both light and heavy-duty vehicles. Perform inspection and data information collection of newly purchased vehicles and equipment.
Requirements
- Knowledge of Preventive maintenance inspection methods
- Knowledge of Electrical, hydraulics and mechanics
- Knowledge of Methods, materials and tools used in the light and heavy equipment repair trade
- Knowledge of Occupational hazards and standard safety precautions necessary in the performance of work
- Ability to Interact effectively with the public and employees
- Ability to Read and interpret pertinent laws, codes, safety orders, and repair manuals
- Ability to Perform semi-skilled mechanical work including troubleshooting and repair of equipment
- Ability to Understand and carry out verbal and written directions
- Ability to Perform all tasks in accordance with applicable federal and state safety standards
- Any combination of training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying
- Typical education would include a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Typical experience would include one year of automotive servicing work.
- Possession of the appropriate California driver's license, or the ability to acquire one within ten days of appointment.
- Must obtain California Class A driver's license within six months of employment.
- Must be able to enter and work in confined spaces, participate in the Confined Space Program, and perform confined space rescue if needed.
Nice To Haves
- Supplemental specialized training in the maintenance and repair of gas and diesel-powered equipment is highly desirable.
- Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification highly desirable.
- Successful completion of ASE Series test Medium & Heavy-Duty Truck Series T8 Preventive Maintenance Inspection PMI is required upon completion of probation.
Responsibilities
- Perform Preventive Maintenance Inspections (PMI) and repair mechanical defects on all types of City vehicles and equipment.
- Assist and participate in the general repair and maintenance of a variety of automotive and mechanical equipment.
- Perform brake inspections, brake replacement on light-duty vehicles, cooling system services, engine, transmission, and differential oil changes, tune-ups and valve adjustments.
- Perform tire repairs and replacements on both light and heavy-duty vehicles.
- Perform inspection and data information collection of newly purchased vehicles and equipment.
Benefits
- The City reimburses employees' cost associated with these certifications.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
