The primary function of an employee in this class is to perform journey level skilled mechanical and technical duties to maintain and repair City vehicles. This position is under the direct supervision of the Fleet Supervisor with considerable latitude granted for independent judgment and initiative. The principal duties of the position are performed in a repair shop environment and include use of electrical and air-powered maintenance tools and heavy equipment with exposure to fuels, fumes, and solvents.
This position is differentiated from the Fleet Mechanic position by the ability of the employee to perform work independent of guidance and in advanced troubleshooting and fabrication abilities.
Crew Leader Responsibility: This position is not the immediate supervisor of the following positions but may act as a crew leader for:
Examples of Work (Illustrative Only)
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
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Inspects and performs preventive and corrective maintenance of the City’s vehicles, including both gas and diesel light- and heavy-duty equipment, cars, motorcycles and other city vehicles;
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Performs maintenance and safety inspection functions including but not limited to, inspecting and replacing such component parts as starters, alternators, generators, batteries, hydraulic cylinders, carburetors, brake systems, and related components;
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Services vehicles and equipment with fluids and lubricants, performing tune-ups, clutch and brake adjustments, mounting and balancing tires, and servicing front end steering and suspension systems;
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Diagnoses, repairs and overhauls a variety of systems including but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, heating and cooling, emissions, hydraulic, air brake, power train, chassis, gasoline and diesel power plants and fuel systems, and related mechanical systems;
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Diagnoses and repairs electronic engine, brakes, and transmission controls;
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Assists in estimating costs and labor or work orders;
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Replaces and rebuilds gasoline and diesel engines, clutch assemblies, transmissions and rear axles;
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Performs repair and replacement work on vehicle body parts when practical;
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Records hours, parts, and activities in a computer maintenance tracking system;
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Maintains repair, inspection, and maintenance records, logs, and documentation;
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Prepares parts and equipment purchase requests;
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Maintains, cleans, and repairs shop tools, equipment, and work areas;
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Assists in training new employees;
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Performs all work duties and activities in accordance with City policies, procedures, and safety practices.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
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Operates a variety of light- and heavy-duty equipment during emergency situations;
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Work assigned shift (including seasonal night shift for snow operations);
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On call after regular hours to respond to emergency situations;
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Performs other related duties as required.