Mechanic , II, or III

Public Works/Utilities:
Fleet Maintenance

Under general supervision, the purpose of the position is to perform semi‑skilled and skilled work involving the maintenance and repair of gasoline or diesel driven motors and related auto equipment, machinery and tools. Employee functions at entry level to perform routine work with independence, and more difficult work under direct guidance and supervision of a journeyman or the Garage Supervisor.

Conducts preventive maintenance, overhaul and repair services on automobiles, light and heavy trucks, mechanical equipment and other gasoline and diesel driven motors. Changes oil, air filters, fuel filters, fan belts, radiator hoses, and spark plugs; inspects, adjusts and replaces necessary parts; tunes and adjusts engines.

Repairs automotive bodies; removes, repairs and replaces component parts or assembles automotive systems. Inspects and conducts brake repairs, including the replacing of the master brake cylinder, brake pads, calipers, fluid lines; replaces or repairs clutches on manual transmissions.

Maintains and calibrates shop tools, machinery and equipment; completes service orders to document parts and labor used in service and repair activities. Road tests the operation of vehicles and light trucks upon completion of repairs to ensure proper functioning and safe operating condition.

Ensures the safe and proper operation of trade tools and power equipment; adheres to prescribed safety standards and regulatory requirements. Assists with major repairs by replacing major components such as engines, brakes, heating and air conditioning systems, drive trains and transmissions; includes disassembling, inspecting, and replacing or repairing worn or broken parts and components.

Performs related duties as directed when such duties are a logical and appropriate assignment to the position.

• High School Diploma or GED; supplemented by one (1) year responsible experience in automotive and heavy equipment/machinery maintenance and repair, or an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Must possess own tools.
• Must possess or obtain within 6 months of employment a valid Florida Class B Commercial Driver's License.
• Must obtain Automotive Service Excellence Certification (ASE) within 1 year of employment.
• Employee shall obtain the National Incident Management System 100 Introduction to the Incident Command System and IS 700 National Incident Management System, an introduction within six (6) months of employment.

• Mechanic II: $48,400.80 – $72,602.27.
• Mechanic III: $53,362.20 – $80,043.30.

While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent is regularly required to lift, move or carry objects up to 50 pounds; ascend or descend ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles; utilize feet and legs or hands and arms; maintain body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching, or navigating narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces; bend body downward and forward by bending spine and legs;

move about on hands and knees or hands and feet; use hands to finger, handle or feel objects; and to reach with hands and arms.

While performing the essential functions of this position the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic substances, excessive noise, and dampness/humidity. While performing the essential functions of this job, the incumbent is regularly exposed to possible bodily injury from electrical shock; and moving mechanical parts of equipment, tools, and machinery.