Tow Recovery Operator/Mechanic

City of Albuquerque, NM•Albuquerque, NM

46d

About The Position

Perform tow recovery procedure of heavy duty trash collection vehicles and perform roadside emergency troubleshooting and automotive mechanical repair work on stalled vehicles; tow or transport vehicle to designated repair facility; maintain assigned tow equipment; and perform a variety of other related duties in support of the Solid Waste Vehicle Maintenance Department. This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED
Four (4) years of tow recovery experience
Two (2) years mechanical/hydraulic and air brake system maintenance and repair experience.
Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Class A.
Possession of a City Operator's Permit (COP) within 6 months from date of hire.
Trainees must successfully complete OJT instruction for proper use of automated side loaders, commercial front loaders and rear packer systems.

Nice To Haves

Course work in automotive technology, transportation technology or truck driving preferred.
Operations, services and activities of a tow recovery operator and transportation program
Techniques and methods of vehicle and equipment maintenance and minor repair
Operational characteristics of equipment and machinery relative to refuse collection and transport
City streets and roads
Principles and procedures of record keeping
Tow recovery hazards and standard safety practices related to the operation of a wide variety of medium to heavy vehicles and/or equipment
Occupational hazards and standard safety practices related to the operation of a wide variety of heavy vehicles and/or equipment
Operate a variety of light to heavy vehicle and/or equipment in a safe and effective manner
Operate two-way radio communications equipment
Adjust driving method to traffic, road, weather, load and various terrain conditions
Use mirrors in maneuvering, judging distance and backing vehicles
Perform vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair
Understand department policies and procedures
Perform tow recovery and transportation activities
Perform preventative maintenance and minor repair of a wide variety of light to heavy vehicles and equipment
Respond to requests and inquiries from upper management
Work independently in the absence of supervision
Communicate clearly and concisely
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accomadation