Mechanic Lead (Travis County Employees Only)

Travis County•Austin, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs maintenance and repair work on light or heavy motor vehicles and equipment, and assists the Shop Supervisor with work scheduling and assignments. Leads mechanic staff when the supervisor is absent. Work must comply with established schedules, methods, and safety practices. The role is the second of three equipment mechanic classifications in the Skilled Trades job family and includes additional lead and technical experience. A flexible work schedule may be required to meet departmental needs. The position services, inspects, diagnoses, and repairs vehicles and equipment through preventive maintenance and unscheduled repairs. Work includes a broad range of systems and components, such as brakes, transmissions, engines, fuel and electrical systems, hydraulics, tires, drivetrains, and fluids. The mechanic completes vehicle and equipment make-ready work, quality checks, field service calls, state inspections, repair documentation, and parts requests. The role also operates welding, steam-cleaning, and heavy-equipment repair equipment, and maintains a clean and safe work area. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and five years of full-time motor vehicle and/or equipment mechanic experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Required licenses and certifications include a State Inspector’s License and an Air Conditioner (R12 & 134A) Refrigerant License, which may be obtained within 60 days of hire. A valid Texas Driver’s License is required for the automotive mechanic area. A valid Texas CDL with Tank Vehicle “N” endorsement is required for the equipment mechanic area, or must be obtained within one year of hire. One year of lead experience, welding experience, ASE certification, and five years of combined gas and diesel engine experience are preferred. The work involves physical demands and exposure to machinery, noise, fumes, chemicals, hazardous substances, dirt, dust, and outdoor weather conditions. Employees may be assigned to business continuity efforts outside their normal job functions. The scheduled hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with some holidays, nights, and weekends. The position is located at East Service, 6011 Blue Bluff Road, Austin, Texas 78724. Criminal, driving, education, and employment background checks are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED and five years of full-time motor vehicle and/or equipment mechanic experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the job duties.
State Inspector’s License, or obtain it within 60 days of hire.
Air Conditioner (R12 & 134A) Refrigerant License, or obtain it within 60 days of hire.
Valid Texas Driver’s License for the automotive mechanic area.
For the equipment mechanic area, a valid Texas Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tank Vehicle “N” endorsement, or obtain it within one year of hire.
Knowledge of methods, equipment, materials, and tools used to repair light- or heavy-duty vehicles and equipment.
Knowledge of applicable federal, state, local, and county laws, rules, regulations, guidelines, and automotive/equipment standards and procedures.
Knowledge of computer equipment and software, including word processing, spreadsheets, databases, electronic diagnostic test equipment, and testers.
Knowledge of office equipment, including computers, phones, copiers, calculators, and fax machines.
Skill in operating and using tools, equipment, materials, and supplies used in fleet maintenance and light- or heavy-duty equipment work.
Skill in applying appropriate safety practices, procedures, and regulations.
Ability to work with others and on a team, and to explain complicated problems in simple, non-technical language.
Ability to estimate time, labor, and quantities of materials needed.
Ability to diagnose problems with electronic diagnostic tools and determine whether components should be repaired or replaced.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to train and lead staff, diagnose problems, determine appropriate service or repairs, and follow verbal and written instructions precisely.
Ability to maintain accurate work records, work efficiently independently and on a team, make sound judgments, manage time, perform multiple tasks, and organize activities.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with departmental clientele, County employees and officials, outside agencies, and the public.
Ability to meet the physical requirements of the role, including lifting or carrying 10–60 pounds and performing the listed movement and coordination tasks.
Ability to work in conditions involving machinery, noise, vibration, exhaust fumes, volatile chemicals, hazardous substances, dust, gases, poor ventilation, and indoor or outdoor weather conditions.

Nice To Haves

One year of lead experience.
Welding experience.
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification in Automotive or Medium and Heavy Truck.
Five years of combined gas and diesel engine experience.

Responsibilities

Service, inspect, diagnose, and repair motor vehicles and equipment according to preventive maintenance schedules and unscheduled repair needs.
Perform repairs on vehicle and equipment systems and components, including brakes, transmissions, engines, fuel systems, electrical and ignition systems, hydraulics, tires, drivetrains, and related parts.
Provide lead supervision to subordinates and other staff in the supervisor’s absence, ensuring policies, procedures, work and safety standards, and schedules are followed.
Assist the Shop Supervisor with scheduling work and assigning work.
Prepare and complete new vehicle and equipment birthing forms and make-ready work.
Conduct quality control checks and tests, and test-drive vehicles and equipment.
Maintain records of repairs, work orders, parts used, and time worked.
Perform motor vehicle state safety and emissions inspections.
Perform field service calls, diagnose issues, and complete required field repairs.
Research, locate, and complete purchase requests for parts.
Clean equipment and maintain a clean and safe work area and environment.
Operate welding equipment, a steam cleaner, and heavy-equipment repair equipment.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.