MECHANIC III

MECHANIC III – City of Houston

Division: FMD/Operations

Reporting

Location:

Various*

Workdays &

Hours:

Various* (may require working weekends, holidays and shifts)

The mission of the Fleet Management Department is to provide the City of Houston with the best value fleet management services.

The vision of the Fleet Management Department is to be recognized as the best managed fleets in the country.

We are actively seeking a Mechanic III who takes extreme pride in performing preventative maintenance, diagnostics, and complex repairs to City vehicles and showcasing their technical expertise and exemplary ethical behavior. The Mechanic III will occasionally serve as supervisor and/or trainer to lower-level mechanics who can make an immediate impact and add value towards the achievement of these goals.

• Perform preventative maintenance activities to vehicles and equipment, including but not limited to oil and filter changes, servicing of lubricant and fluid levels, component wear inspection, and systems testing.
• Responds to complex reports of operational/condition issues with vehicles and equipment. Performs system testing and diagnostics to determine cause and course of repair action.
• Replaces failed vehicle and equipment components of all complexity levels.
• Rebuilds complex vehicle and equipment components as needed.
• Performs complex vehicle body and paint repairs as well as component upfit and make ready. Repairs include but are not limited to body panel shaping, substate preparation, painting, metal and fiberglass fabrication, welding, body filler application and component replacement.
• Services vehicles and equipment as needed at garages and at off-site locations.
• Serves as shop supervisor in absence of shop manager. Trains lower-level mechanics.
• Orders parts and updates/completes work orders according to standard operating procedures.
• Uses tools and equipment such as electronic and mechanical diagnostic equipment, tire changers, bench grinders, pressure washers, hoists, jacks, and a variety of hand and power tools.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment. Performs housekeeping duties. Observes environmental and hazardous material procedures. Works safely and follows all safety procedures.
• Stays current on new technology.

The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold moisture, air pollution, chemical gases, and substances. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises, and minor burns.

MUST FURNISH OWN TOOLS AND SAFETY SHOES.

Educational Requirements: High school degree, GED or equivalent.

Experience Requirements: Four-year equivalent of automotive, diesel and/or heavy-equipment maintenance/repair experience is required.

OR

• Associate's degree (at least 18-month program) in automotive, diesel, and/or heavy equipment (off road) technology plus, two-year equivalent of automotive, diesel and/or heavy-equipment maintenance/repair experience.

• Valid Texas Class C upon hire. Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 6-months of employment. Must comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving.
• Must achieve certification as Texas State Vehicle Inspector within 6 months of employment.
• May be required to achieve Emergency Vehicle Technician certification.
• May require mobile air (EPA 609) certification.
• Aptitude test may be required.

• Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are Master ASE technicians, have supervisory & training…