Fleet Mechanic

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The Town of Taos is seeking qualified applicants for the following full‑time positions which includes an excellent benefit package; 100% major medical premium paid for employee with a choice of State of New Mexico Blue Cross Blue Shield, HMO & PPO, Presbyterian or Cigna OAP & OAPIN, State of New Mexico Public Employee Retirement Association (PERA) Retirement, personal leave and holiday pay, employee development and training programs and much more!

VA#24-25-12 (AMENDED 10/03/2024 – Closing Date)

Job Title:

Fleet Mechanic

Public Works Department

FLSA Classification:
Non‑Exempt

Hourly: $21.05

Opening Date:
August 21, 2024

Performs a variety of journey‑level skilled tasks related to the maintenance, service, repair, and rebuilding of light or heavy‑duty mechanized vehicles, engines and equipment, and landfill equipment maintenance program.

Works under the general guidance and direction of the Fleet Maintenance Superintendent.

May provide close supervision to less experienced mechanic(s) on a project‑by‑project basis.

Tests, services and repairs vehicles and mechanical equipment; performs automotive and mechanical trouble shooting and analysis of malfunctions using various technical and computerized testing and calibration equipment (diagnostic computers, scanners, scopes, battery checker, pneumatic equipment, drill press, etc.) as needed to assure safe and efficient operation of city motor vehicles.

Inspects malfunctioning vehicles and equipment, determines source of problem and makes necessary repairs and adjustments to trucks, automobiles, and various light and heavy equipment such as tractor, graders, loaders, backhoes, police cars, dump and vactor truck, street sweeper, sanders, pumps, rollers, and lawn mowing equipment, etc.

Performs preventive maintenance and makes repairs to vehicles; maintains internal combustion engines (gas and diesel), carburetors, transmissions, differentials, air and hydraulic systems (turbo, supercharger systems), electrical, computerized control systems, fuel systems, cooling systems, suspensions, brakes, tires, exhaust, etc.; performs emergency field repairs and service; drives heavy equipment for mechanical testing purposes.

Disassembles and repairs motors and manual transmissions; repairs or replaces oil filters, carburetors, fuel pumps, and other parts; relines and adjusts brakes and differentials; installs and repairs antennas, radios, lights and other electrical components on emergency response vehicles.

Installs, maintains and repairs electrical systems, components, parts, accessories and equipment; assures proper function of vehicle radios and communication equipment.

Fabricates tools and equipment parts that are not readily available; performs extensive metal fabrication (gun racks, cages, shields, steps, brackets, push bumpers, etc.), welding and hard facing using electric and acetylene equipment.

Conducts various analyses and inspections of vehicles and mechanical systems to determine the most cost‑effective means of maintenance, repair or replacement; performs general vehicle inspection and certification, performs state emissions testing; checks and maintains service schedules consistent with manufacturer specifications.

Orders replacement parts, fuels and lubricates equipment; changes and repairs tires; completes vehicle maintenance records; reviews daily fuel outtake sheets; orders gas/diesel as needed; places town decals on all vehicles and equipment.

Services and replaces equipment parts such as radiators, generators, distributors, brakes and clutches as required; assists in the minor repair of damaged body frames.

Performs related duties as required.

Education and Experience:

Graduation from high school; plus, two (2) years of specialized technical or vocational training related to above duties; AND Four (4) years of…