Heavy Equipment Mechanic(Series)

Salary: Heavy Equipment Mechanic 1 - GS.08 ($22.74  -  $27.47) /HR
             Heavy Equipment Mechanic 2 - GS.09 ($24.76  -  $29.91)HR
    Heavy Equipment Mechanic 3 - GS.10 ($26.48  -  $31.99)HR


Work Hours:  Monday – Friday, 7:00 A.M. – 3:30 P.M. (EST)
*Hours may vary due to work assignments, or projects.*

Work Location: 900 East 11th Street

FLSA Status:  This is a Non-Exempt position.

Department:  Public Works

CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY:

Incumbents in this classification are responsible for performing routine maintenance and repair of City vehicles and equipment. Duties may include performing preventive maintenance, changing starters, batteries and belts; changing fluids; performing alignments; assisting journey level mechanics and cleaning shop areas. Work is performed with moderate supervision.

SERIES LEVEL:

The Heavy Equipment Mechanic is a three-level fleet services series.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(The following duties ARE NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and responsibilities. Incumbent(s) may not be required to perform all duties listed and may be required to perform additional, position-specific duties.)

Heavy Equipment Mechanic 1:

Performs vehicle servicing activities which includes changing oil, checking fluid levels, inspecting brakes, chassis components and tires and performing other related activities. Logs result in appropriate forms.

Responds to emergency calls for vehicle service in the field; may transport equipment and vehicles.

Changes and repairs tires on City trucks and vehicles.

Evaluates, detects and diagnoses major and/or minor electrical and mechanical problems on vehicles and/or equipment and implements required repairs which includes replacing starters and generators; realigning brakes and front ends; adjusting clutches; repairing air conditioning; installing thermostats and water pumps; greasing fittings and/or performing other related activities.

Performs preventive maintenance on vehicles and/or equipment which includes refilling lubricants; tuning up engines; replacing worn parts; inspecting vehicles and equipment for safety hazards and/or performing other related activities.

Participates in performing major overhauls which includes rebuilding alternators; removing and reinstalling transmissions and/or performing other related activities.

Installs and repairs auxiliary emergency lights, cameras and/or other related equipment.

Uses and maintains a full set of hand, power and shop tools and equipment related to the work; observes safe work methods and utilizes safety equipment related to the work.

Assists in performing welding, cutting and fabrication of metal materials for heavy and light equipment repairs and/or modifications.

Monitors and maintains inventory of applicable fleet maintenance supplies, inventory and equipment.

Assists in cleaning and maintaining fleet shop area.

May be required to use, carry and answer their cell phone as determined by their job duties and the department head.

Must meet regular attendance requirements.

Must be able to maintain good interpersonal relationships with staff, co-workers, managers and citizens.

Must accomplish the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations, in a timely manner.

Performs other duties as assigned.

This position is deemed essential during inclement weather situations, and must report to or remain at work, even when administrative closings are announced, as determined by the Department Head.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic 2:

Overhauls, re