Mechanic

City of Plymouth, Wisconsin • Wi, WI

7d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Street Superintendent, the Mechanic performs repairs and maintenance on gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles and equipment used by the Public Works and Utilities Departments. The work includes diagnosing mechanical and electrical problems, making repairs, and recommending outside-vendor repairs when appropriate. The Mechanic works independently and is also required to operate a plow truck and perform salt runs during snow removal operations.

The position includes preventative maintenance, winterizing equipment, maintaining service and fleet records, ordering and managing parts and supplies, setting up new equipment, welding, safety inspections, and general shop and tool maintenance. The Mechanic may also perform general driver and laborer duties as needed.

Work involves heavy manual labor in varied weather and may include working around traffic, machinery, heights, noise, chemicals, hazardous materials, fumes, gases, and odors. The position requires following safety procedures and using protective clothing and equipment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Previous mechanic experience and training in automotive repair or a related field, or an equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Experience maintaining and repairing heavy gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles.
• Valid Wisconsin driver’s license.
• Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Must reside within 15 miles of the City of Plymouth.
• Knowledge of personnel practices and procedures.
• Ability to work in partnership with other public works staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to locate and repair defects in automotive equipment and diagnose mechanical failures.
• Ability to estimate the time and materials needed to complete a job.
• Ability to exercise necessary safety precautions in operating a vehicle maintenance shop.
• Physical strength and agility to perform heavy manual labor in all kinds of weather.
• Ability to perform activities involving reaching, pushing, pulling, crawling, climbing, manual dexterity, sitting, standing, and walking.
• Ability to routinely lift 50–100 pounds.
• Ability to see, hear, and smell to detect problems and respond to customer, team member, and personal safety needs.
• Ability to work under stressful conditions and foresee and prevent safety problems.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and use protective clothing and equipment.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Diesel and Heavy Equipment Mechanics or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Repair machinery and equipment or recommend repairs by outside vendors.
• Perform preventative maintenance on vehicles, including greasing fittings and changing filters and oil.
• Winterize vehicles and equipment.
• Assist with ordering and maintaining inventory of parts and supplies.
• Set up new equipment.
• Maintain service records, fleet reports, and work orders.
• Diagnose issues and determine needed repairs.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.
• Repair and replace electrical systems and components, including wires, starters, alternators, regulators, and generators.
• Maintain saws, generators, pumps, and small engines.
• Operate a plow truck with a wing and salter during snow removal operations, including plowing snow and performing salt runs.
• Weld equipment as required or assigned.
• Conduct safety inspections as needed.
• Perform general shop and tool maintenance.
• Perform general driver and laborer duties as needed.
• Perform other assigned duties.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED