Mechanic II - Fleet Services

Posting number: 14.03071

Department: Department of Infrastructure

Job classification: FS_Mechanic II

Posting type: Open

Categories: Automotive

Summary

Reporting directly to the Shop Supervisor, responsible for performing routine and preventive maintenance and repairs to equipment and vehicles.

Examples of duties

• Performs preventive maintenance necessary to ensure the proper functioning of vehicles and/or heavy equipment, mechanical systems, and component parts
• Performs vehicle and medium-heavy truck diagnostics using scan tools and laptop computer
• Performs major and minor repairs on all air conditioning systems including automotive, medium-heavy, and heavy trucks
• Performs major and minor mechanical work, including but not limited to, repair and replace water/fuel pumps, radiators, alternators, differentials, timing chains, belts, hoses, fuses, valves, and batteries
• Operates a variety of hand, power, and shop tools
• Operates a variety of machinery such as computerized tire balancing machine, tire mount/dismount machine, and front-end alignment machine
• Cleans and maintains shop facilities and equipment
• Responds to service calls for assistance; retrieves or repairs vehicles and equipment in the field, as needed
• Assists in locating mechanical parts
• Transports vehicles and equipment to various locations
• Provides guidance and training to lower-level Mechanics 
• Collaborates with vendors, technical staff, and manufacturing representatives
• Performs vehicle inspections for the State of Texas
• Attends all trainings and meetings as required
• Performs special duties as assigned

ORGANIZATION RELATIONSHIPS

• Reports directly to – Shop Supervisor
• Direct Reports – No

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Position involves frequent sitting, standing, and walking
• Position involves climbing ladders, carrying toolboxes, and operating hand and power tools
• Position involves bending, kneeling, crawling, and maneuvering in and around all kinds of equipment
• Position involves lifting a minimum of 75 pounds to waist height
• Position involves seeing and hearing as well as perceiving colors
• Position involves writing and reading to a size 10 font
• Position involves safely operating a motor vehicle

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

IRREGULAR HOURS

• Work outside of the normal office hours (Monday-Friday 7:30 am – 4 pm) may be required
• May be deemed essential personnel in the event of an emergency
• Regular attendance is required

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified in this position. This job description is subject to change as the needs and requirements of the job change.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and four (4) years of vehicle and equipment maintenance experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Prior experience with scan tools, shop gauges, and welding
• Demonstrated knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems
• Basic computer skills such as email, word processing programs, and data entry
• Ability to provide own hand tools 

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• Valid Class C driver’s license
• Five certifications from either or a combination of the following: Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) or Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)

Required within six (6) months of employment

• Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL)
• Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Refrigerant Recovery and Recovery Certification

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