Class Title:
Fleet Mechanic
Class Code:
THE POSITION
Under general supervision, provides skilled mechanical duties in support of transit operations including performing inspection, diagnosis, maintenance and repairs to City's transit vehicles in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS
Fleet Mechanic is the journey level in the Fleet Mechanic series. This classification is distinguished from Lead Transit Service Worker in that the latter classification performs and leads staff who perform routine maintenance and servicing of transit vehicles and facilities, rather than mechanical repair and maintenance duties. This classification is distinguished from Lead Fleet Mechanic in that the former performs the full scope of transit vehicle maintenance, diagnostic and repair duties but does not have formal lead responsibility.
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
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.
Maintains and repairs City transit vehicles, in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures; reviews status of vehicles, performs safety inspections, and recommends equipment replacement and major repair options.
Inspects and diagnoses mechanical, hydraulic and electrical problems on diesel and gasoline vehicles; determines extent of necessary repairs, and prioritizes work; uses technical manuals and computer equipment to diagnose and correct vehicle problems and faults.
Performs vehicle repairs, including repairing mechanical, hydraulic and electrical systems, transmissions, engines and components; performs minor body repairs.
Performs preventive maintenance inspections of vehicles, and performs mechanical repairs within scope of experience; notifies supervisor of repair problems beyond the scope of authority.
Maintains records and logs of services performed, time and material costs, and general vehicle information.
Orders parts as needed; maintains supplies and parts inventory.
Controls work site to assure that safety rules and regulations are adhered to, and that the work zone and all equipment are in safe operating condition; assures that lubricants and chemicals are disposed of in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
Transports equipment from the field to the repair shop facility; performs emergency repairs in the field as required; identifies and reports vehicle problems requiring additional maintenance and repair.
Reports unsafe acts, accidents and injuries; responds to emergencies as needed.
Performs related duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
High school diploma or equivalent GED and coursework from an accredited college, university or trade school in fleet mechanics, management, administration, or a related field are highly desirable.
AND
Three (3) years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance, and repair of vehicles.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Must possess (within 180 days of hire) and maintain a valid Class B driver's license with passenger endorsement.
Certifications from National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) are desirable.
Special Requirements:
Must pass a background check.
May be required to work overtime, and evening, weekend, and holiday shifts.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE OF
City policies and procedures.
Federal, State and regional public transportation regulations and safety standards, including drug and alcohol testing guidelines and training standards for Commercial driver's license.
Principles and methods of preventive maintenance program.
Methods, tools and equipment used in the repair of vehicles.
City safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Safety practices for a workshop environment.
Procedures for the proper handling and disposal of fluids and chemicals.
Maintenance and repair procedures for diesel, CNG, Hybrid, and gasoline vehicles.
REQUIRED SKILL IN
Repairing and maintaining vehicles safely and effectively according to City standards.
Inspecting, diagnosing and repairing mechanical, brake, fuel and electrical problems in a wide variety of vehicles.
Performing computerized diagnostic tests on vehicle components and equipment.
Reading and interpreting technical manuals and specifications.
Maintaining vehicles and equipment according to standard operating and safety procedures.
Use of power and hand tools, and chemicals, lubricants and cleaning compounds safely.
Preparing, maintaining, and reviewing maintenance records.
Effective use of modern office equipment, personal computers and standard business software.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with co-workers and the public.
Effective verbal and written communication.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to successfully perform the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, walk, and stand; talk and hear; use hands to manipulate, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; reach with hands and arms; and perform repetitive movements of hands or wrists. The employee is regularly required to bend and twist at the neck and waist, reach with hands and arms, kneel, stoop, climb and crouch. Occasional overhead reaching and lifting up to 50 pounds unaided is required. Specific visual abilities required for this job include normal color vision, close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
Work is performed in a repair and maintenance facility; regular exposure to noise, dust, grease, cleaning chemicals and vehicle fluids. May work with or near safety hazards and dangerous tools and equipment.
This is a safety sensitive position subject to drug and alcohol testing according to City policy and FTA regulations.
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FLEET MECHANIC
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