Mechanic I, II, or III

City of Homer Alaska•Kachemak City, AK

1d•$25 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

This job posting outlines the roles and responsibilities for three levels of Mechanics (I, II, and III) within the City's vehicle and equipment maintenance department. All levels are responsible for the maintenance and repair of the City's vehicles, heavy equipment, other rolling stock, and small equipment. The specific duties, required skills, experience, and decision-making authority increase with each level.

Requirements

Three years' experience in heavy mechanical work (Mechanic I).
Working knowledge of repair of light and heavy engines, transmissions, electrical and hydraulic systems (Mechanic I).
Ability to keep accurate records required (Mechanic I).
High school diploma or GED (Mechanic I).
Five years' experience in mechanical work on heavy and light duty equipment with diesel and gasoline engines (Mechanic II).
Extensive knowledge in the repair of light and heavy engines, transmissions, electrical and hydraulic systems (Mechanic II).
Extensive knowledge in welding and metal fabrication, with steel and aluminum, for building, rebuilding or repair of equipment (Mechanic II).
Extensive knowledge in repair of engines, transmissions, and AC & DC electrical systems (Mechanic II).
Extensive knowledge of diagnostic computers for troubleshooting operational problems (Mechanic II).
Working knowledge using a metal lathe and other typical tools of the trade (Mechanic II).
Experience with computerized record keeping (Mechanic II).
Experience with Microsoft Office suite of tools (Mechanic II).
Technical education/training applicable to position equivalent to two-year degree (Mechanic II).
Bachelor of Science Degree in Automotive Technology or comparable degree, or equivalent work experience and technical education/training (ten years) (Mechanic III).
Ten years' experience in mechanical work on heavy and light duty equipment with diesel and gasoline engines (Mechanic III).
Extensive knowledge in the repair of light and heavy engines, transmissions, electrical and hydraulic systems (Mechanic III).
Extensive knowledge in welding and metal fabrication, with steel and aluminum, for building, rebuilding or repair of equipment (Mechanic III).
Extensive knowledge in repair of engines, transmissions, and AC & DC electrical systems (Mechanic III).
Extensive knowledge of diagnostic computers for troubleshooting operational problems (Mechanic III).
Working knowledge using a metal lathe and other typical tools of the trade (Mechanic III).
Experience with computerized record keeping (Mechanic III).
Experience with Microsoft Office suite of tools (Mechanic III).
Commercial Driver's License (Mechanic III).

Nice To Haves

Welding experience desired (Mechanic I).
CDL preferred, but not required (Mechanic I).
Technical education/training equivalent to a two-year degree after high school diploma or GED (Mechanic II Preferred).
Working knowledge of equipment used in the construction and maintenance of heavy civil infrastructure (Mechanic II Preferred, Mechanic III Preferred).
Experience with high pressure steam boiler units (Mechanic II Preferred, Mechanic III Preferred).
Advanced training in skills or best practices applicable to the mechanic trade (Mechanic II Preferred, Mechanic III Preferred).
Working knowledge of fire, medical and rescue vehicles and their on-board equipment (Mechanic II Preferred).
Experience fabricating customized equipment to address specialized applications (Mechanic II Preferred, Mechanic III Preferred).
Experience with municipal public works operations (Mechanic II Preferred, Mechanic III Preferred).
Commercial Driver's License preferred, but not required (Mechanic II).
Working knowledge of fire, medical and rescue vehicles and their on-board equipment (Mechanic III Preferred).

Responsibilities

Performs mechanical work on heavy and light equipment including gasoline and diesel engines, transmission, brake, electrical and hydraulic systems.
Performs routine lubrication, tire repair, welding, carpentry, plumbing, electrical and other maintenance on equipment.
Performs mechanical work for fire, medical and rescue vehicles and their on-board equipment (Mechanic II & III).
Performs manual labor as required in connection with construction, operation, or maintenance of all public utilities and property.
Builds special equipment as directed or required.
Purchases parts for required repairs.
Occasionally may operate heavy equipment and trucks, etc. as required to assist with street, sewer and water system maintenance.
Directs work of others assigned to assist with equipment maintenance and repair (Mechanic II & III).
Initiates Purchase Orders, purchases/receives and reviews invoices for parts, materials and other supplies required for repairs and shop operations (Mechanic II & III).
Responsible for participating in the training/coaching of junior mechanics as well as other personnel assigned to help with equipment maintenance and repair (Mechanic II & III).
May be temporarily assigned as Lead Mechanic or to direct and organize the work of others assigned for special projects (Mechanic II & III).