Mechanic II - City of Watauga, TX

Title: Mechanic II
Type: Facilities Management
Date Posted: December 6, 2022
Organization: City of Watauga, TX
Website: Click here for more information or to apply
Email Contact: kporter@cowtx.org


Description:


Under supervision from the Fleet and Facilities Supervisor, performs the maintenance and repair of various light and heavy-duty vehicles, equipment, and apparatus.

 

 Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Trouble-shoots and diagnoses vehicles and equipment for necessary maintenance and/or repairs.
  • Completes work orders; prices parts; provides estimates to customers; obtains approval from customers to conduct work. 
  • Maintains records of all repairs and work orders.
  • Performs preventive maintenance services in accordance with the manufacturer's specifications
  • Services and maintains vehicles, checks brakes, front end, electrical systems, and related areas.
  • Repairs and maintains mowers and power tools.
  • Repairs and maintains backhoes, equipment, and trailers.
  • Repairs and maintain emergency apparatus such as fire trucks and ambulances.
  • Interacts with other departments, municipalities, and vendors to schedule and coordinate repairs
  • Ability to respond to road calls
  • Ability to be on call for periods of time
  • Works safely; follows safe work practices.
  • Maintains the shop area.
 
SCOPE OF SUPERVISION
  • Works under general supervision of the Fleet Supervisor and Fleet and Facilities Superintendent.

 

 Minimum Qualifications:
  • 4 years related experience
  • Must own basic hand and air tools including toolbox
Education, Training and Experience Guidelines
High school diploma or equivalent; AND four years of vehicle maintenance and repair experience, including small engine repair and maintenance experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.  
 
Must pass a Criminal Justice Information Systems (CJIS) fingerprint-based background check and maintain CJIS eligibility. Due to CJIS requirements related to system access, the following will result in being disqualified for this position: Felony Convictions, Felony Deferred Adjudication, Class A & B Misdemeanor Deferred Adjudication, Class B Misdemeanor Convictions, an Open Arrest for Any Criminal Offense (Felony or Misdemeanor), and Family Violence Convictions.

LICENSE AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS 
Possession of a valid Texas Class A commercial driver’s license.
IMAC AC certification.  
Level II EVT status within (1) year which includes
(5) Automotive Services Excellence (A.S.E.) and (4) Emergency Vehicle Technician (E.V.T.) Certifications,
.  
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Work is performed primarily in automotive shop work environment.  May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 100 pounds.  May be exposed to dangerous machinery, extreme weather conditions, potential physical harm, hazardous chemicals, and infectious diseases.  May be required to climb ladders.

 

 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of:
  • City organization, operations, policies, and procedures.
  • Diesel and gasoline engines.
  • General automotive and motorized equipment maintenance and repair methods and techniques.
  • Tools, equipment, methods, and materials used in automotive and motorized equipment maintenance and repair.
  • Small engine repair maintenance and repair methods and techniques.
  • Proper tire repairs
  • Applicable policies, procedures and regulations covering specific areas of assignment.
  • Customer service principles and practices.
  • Principles of record keeping.
 
 
Skill in:
  • Interpreting and applying City codes, laws, and regulations.
  • Troubleshooting and diagnosing problems and determining the appropriate repairs.
  • Reading and understanding manuals and specifications.
  • Maintaining accurate work records.
  • Using power and hand tools.
  • Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, other City departments and vendors.
  • Communicating effectively both verbally and in writing.
  • Operating a personal computer and various software applications.

Job Post Expiration Date December 1, 2023

  All jobs are considered open until filled, unless otherwise posted.