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Senior Mechanic  
Category Fleet Services  
Description

GENERAL DESCRIPTION:

 

  • Skilled and difficult mechanic work in the repair of cars, trucks and heavy construction equipment.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

 

  1. Performs skilled repair and reconditioning of such equipment as automobiles, trucks, light and heavy maintenance and construction equipment. Repairs other specialized gasoline-powered equipment.
  2. Replaces main or connecting rod bearings. Inspects and repairs transmissions, universal joints and differentials.
  3. Performs cleaning, repairing and adjusting of carburetors, checks and replaces spark plugs, ignitions points, distributors, coils, generators, lights and batteries. Inspects, repairs and adjusts other parts as required.
  4. Rebuilds, repairs and installs electrical automotive apparatus and equipment. Repairs hydraulic systems.
  5. May be required to service equipment with gasoline, oil, or grease; may spray paint.
  6. Maintains records and reports of work accomplished. Prepares and process reports on completed work. Invoices division for maintenance work performed.
  7. Operates and transports all vehicles and equipment within the division.
  8. In case of emergency or crisis situation (hurricane, flood, etc.) position is required to respond/perform recovery duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.
  9. Employees hired on or after February 1, 2016, must be a tobacco-free person, both on and off the job, for at least 1 year immediately preceding application and maintain same tobacco-free status throughout the term of employment.
  10. Regular attendance.

 

[These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job related marginal duties as required.]

 
Position Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

 

  • Knowledge of construction, assembly, adjustment and maintenance of a wide variety of auto, truck, maintenance and construction equipment.
  • Knowledge of all types of mechanic's shop tools.
  • Mechanical aptitude.
  • Skill in applying methods and techniques in the use of automotive or diesel repairs.
  • Ability to follow oral and written directions.
  • Ability to repair diesel motors, pumps and public works equipment.
  • Ability to diagnose the defects of worn or broken parts on engines.
  • Ability to perform tune-ups; electrical, brake, air conditioning and cooling system, exhaust system repairs; front end and clutch repairs; pumps and related equipment maintenance.
  • Ability to operate a computer

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

 

  • Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
  • Four (4) years mechanical experience in the automotive/truck repair field.

 

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS:

 

  • Valid Florida Class “A” Temporary Driving Permit within (60) days of employment and a driving record to the insurance provider.
  • Valid Florida Class “A” Commercial Driver License within six (6) months of employment and a driving record acceptable to the insurance provider.
  • ASE Certification or equivalent.

 

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

 

  • Acceptable vision (with or without correction)
  • Acceptable hearing (with or without correction)
  • Heavy lifting and carrying (over 45 pounds)
  • Reaching
  • Climbing
  • Distinguish colors
  • Pulling
  • Pushing
  • Walking
  • Standing
  • Crawling
  • Kneeling
  • Bending
  • Balancing
  • Stooping
  • Driving
  • Equipment Operation to test repairs.

 

VACCINATIONS:

 

  • Hepatitis A within sixty (60) days of employment
  • Hepatitis B within sixty (60) days of employment
  • Tetanus Within sixty (60) days of employment

 

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

 

  • Works inside
  • Works in noise, dust, fumes, grease or oils, electrical energy
  • Slippery surfaces
  • With moving objects or vehicles

 

Reasonable accommodation will be made for otherwise qualified individuals with a disability

 

FLSA Non-Exempt Status

Revised 10/01/19

 
Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time  
Salary Range $15.13 - $21.62 Commensurate with License and Experience. Benefits Package  
Closing Date July 16, 2020  
Position Senior Mechanic  
Division Operations  
Exempt/Non-Exempt Non-Exempt  
Open Date 7/9/2020  
Location Operations  
Flyer None Specified 

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