Upfitter/Mechanic

Johnson County•Iowa City, IA

5d•$37 - $43•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, performs upfitting emergency and other municipal vehicles with specialized equipment, including lights, sirens, radios, computer systems, camera systems, partitions, weapon racks, and other components. Performs mechanical work with vehicles and equipment in a wide range of maintenance, diagnosis, and repair activities.

Requirements

Vehicle wiring, circuits, and electrical troubleshooting
12V/24V DC systems and electrical safety
Standard practices, materials, tools, equipment, techniques, and principals used in the upfitting field
Troubleshooting and diagnosis processes and procedures used in upfitting, repair, and preventive maintenance programs
Familiarity with law enforcement and specialty equipment vendors (e.g., Whelen, Havis, Gamber-Johnson, Motorola).
OSHA regulations and EPA Guidelines and Standards affecting work
English language to include basic grammar, sentence structure, and punctuation
Diagnose and repair electronic and specialized equipment malfunctions on small, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles and equipment including hydraulic lifts
Operate assigned equipment safely and in conformance with manufacturer’s recommendations
Use a computer for the purposes of data entry, word processing, email, and Internet
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers and the public
Use independent judgement in accomplishing tasks
Represent Johnson County and perform duties in a professional, responsible and trustworthy manner
Keep accurate records
Understand and follow written and oral directions
Perform manual labor (moderate to heavy) for extended periods of time
Handle moderate levels of stress, meet deadlines and solve problems appropriate to the position
Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias
Have sufficient personal mobility and dexterity necessary to complete work
Lift, move, carry, push and/or pull up to approximately 50 to 100 pounds
Stand, sit, bend, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, twist, crouch, and crawl
Clarity of speech and hearing which permits effective communication
Have sufficient vision which permits production and review of a wide variety of materials both electronic and hardcopy forms
Have sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment and hand tools with moderate use, make handwritten notations, which permits light use of a keyboard and mouse
Train other mechanics for compliance with work policies, procedures, diagnostics, and safety standards
Occasionally work in unfavorable weather conditions
Work occasional overtime as needed
Be on call in emergency conditions
High school graduate or equivalent AND six (6) years of experience in law enforcement or municipal vehicle electrical work and vehicle up-fitting OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Insurable under county liability coverage.
Safe driving record.
Must pass background check, physical exam, drug test post-offer and be able to pass random drug and alcohol testing thereafter.

Nice To Haves

ASE Certification or Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

Install, troubleshoot, and maintain specialized vehicle equipment including: Emergency lighting systems (LED light bars, strobes, etc.), Sirens, Radios, antennas, and communication systems, In-vehicle computer systems (MDTs/laptops), Prisoner transport partitions and safety cages, Weapon and equipment mounting systems, Removing existing interior
Wire and integrate systems into vehicle electrical networks, ensuring clean, safe, and functional installations.
Perform fabrication tasks such as mounting brackets, drilling, and custom panel installation.
Diagnose and resolve electrical issues.
Maintain accurate records of work performed, equipment installed, and vehicle status.
Ensure all work meets applicable codes, safety standards, and department specifications.
Schedule and perform maintenance activities of Fleet vehicles and specialized equipment.
Responsible for preventative maintenance functions on Johnson County vehicles, equipment, and property, as well as secure county property to prevent theft.
Entering data that can be analyzed
Finding best price and repairs for vehicles and equipment inventory control
Diagnosing vehicle and equipment problems
Starting, maintaining, and closing work requests and work orders
Ensuring that the shop’s safety practices and OSHA laws are kept
Maintain records of work performed including but not limited to: county vehicle number repaired or replaced, county vehicle number repaired or maintained, labor hours required and equipment usage.
Design and fabricate special equipment, assist in inspection, adjustment, repair or replacement of worn out or defective parts of equipment.
Operate equipment skillfully, safely, and in conformance to regulations and directions.
Provide shop with various types of work, including but not limited to vehicle repairs, alignment machine operations, vehicle purchasing, and maintenance and repair of vehicles.
Train employees in the operation of specified equipment, proper maintenance techniques for equipment and vehicle operations.
Maintain inventory of motor vehicle parts
Perform back-up for Mechanic I, II, and Fleet Maintenance Supervisor as needed.
Participate in training/education opportunities and work-related meetings/conferences as requested.
Follow EPA Standards and regulations regarding hazardous waste materials and the proper handling of those materials.
Perform all work duties and activities in accordance with County policies, procedures, collective bargaining agreement, and safety practices.
Attend work regularly at the designated place and time.