Public Operations Mechanic

City of Richmond • Richmond, IN

6d

About The Position

Performs technical repairs, maintenance, and operations for Public Operations + Engineering fleet vehicles and equipment. The role includes completing maintenance reports and related work as assigned. Work is performed under the limited supervision of the assigned Supervisor, with limited oversight exercised over the Public Operations Mechanic. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The mechanic monitors, maintains, repairs, and performs preventive maintenance on assigned department fleet vehicles, the wash bay, and other departmental equipment. The role also troubleshoots and diagnoses mechanical issues, manages maintenance costs and parts and supplies inventory, maintains a clean and safe shop and work area, and completes required reports and documentation after maintenance. Special projects and assignments may be assigned based on department needs.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED and extensive experience performing mechanical repairs, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Comprehensive knowledge of equipment and vehicle repair practices and techniques.
• Comprehensive knowledge of the safe operation of medium to heavy construction equipment and vehicles.
• Comprehensive knowledge of diagnosing mechanical issues.
• Skill in using personal computers, associated software packages, hardware, and peripheral equipment.
• Skill in using hand and power tools and mechanical diagnostic equipment.
• Skill in using and operating assigned equipment and vehicles.
• Ability to perform manual labor and pay close attention to small details.
• Ability to work on and coordinate multiple concurrent projects.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors, vendors, and the general public.
• Must possess a complete set of personal mechanics tools; liability insurance is required for personal tools.
• May be required to obtain additional training and certifications based on assigned department.
• A valid commercial driver's license in the State of Indiana may be required.
• Braun lift certification, or ability to obtain it within nine months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, maintain, repair, and perform preventive maintenance on assigned department fleet vehicles, the wash bay, and other departmental equipment.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose mechanical issues and formulate solutions.
• Manage maintenance costs and inventory of parts and supplies.
• Clean and maintain the work area and shop and ensure safe daily operations.
• Receive work orders and complete required reports and documentation after maintenance is completed.
• Complete special projects and assignments as assigned.

What This Job Offers

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