2026-A Mechanic (10/2026)

City of Prattville•Al 36067, AL

About The Position

The Mechanic assists with the repair and maintenance of City vehicles and equipment. This apprenticeship/trainee-type position performs related equipment maintenance and repair work to help ensure safe, well-maintained vehicles for City operations. The position is classified as non-exempt. The role diagnoses mechanical and electrical issues on a range of vehicles and heavy equipment; inspects, services, and repairs engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical components; and carries out routine and preventive maintenance. It also supports shop operations through inventory and supply tasks, parts retrieval, and shop cleaning and maintenance. Work is typically performed in a garage, stockroom, and outdoors, sometimes in extreme or inclement weather. Exposure may include noise, dust, dirt, grease, moving machinery, contagious or infectious diseases, and irritating chemicals. Protective equipment such as masks, goggles, and gloves is required. The position requires physical activity including standing, walking, bending, crouching, stooping, lifting, climbing ladders, and using tools requiring dexterity.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of work experience in automotive maintenance or a related field that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, or enrollment in vocational/technical training in automotive mechanics or a related field.
Must provide proof of legal authorization to work in the United States.
Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds.
Must submit to drug screenings for this safety-sensitive position.
Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, in a timely manner.
Knowledge of City and department policies and procedures and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment used to repair and maintain vehicles and equipment; work safety principles; preventive maintenance schedules; and computers and job-related software.
Skill in operating vehicles and equipment, performing preventive maintenance, diagnosing and repairing vehicles and equipment, problem-solving, prioritizing and planning, interpersonal relations, and oral and written communication.
Ability to learn and understand manuals and guidelines and to learn and practice the proper use of repair and maintenance tools and equipment.
Ability to work in a garage, stockroom, and outdoors, including at times in extreme or inclement weather, and to use required protective equipment.

Nice To Haves

Enrollment in a vocational/technical school training certification or degree program in automotive mechanics or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Diagnose and troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues on vehicles and heavy equipment.
Inspect, service, and repair engines, hydraulic systems, and electrical components.
Identify mechanical and electrical faults and determine appropriate repair solutions.
Repair or replace defective parts and components.
Perform routine and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment.
Use diagnostic tools, technical manuals, and specialized equipment in repair and maintenance work.
Help ensure vehicles and equipment operate safely, efficiently, and in accordance with operational standards.
Assist in maintaining shop inventory, including retrieving parts from local vendors and stocking parts and supplies.
Retrieve supplies for the welding shop.
Clean and maintain the shop.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.