Fleet Mechanic I

Performs skilled work in the repair and maintenance of varied types of trucks, heavy equipment, and accessories. On occasion performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the repair and maintenance of automobiles. Performs related work as required.

• Performs a variety of troubleshooting diagnostics and preventative maintenance [PMs] repairs. Maintains a variety of light and heavy-duty trucks, heavy construction equipment, automobiles, their accessories, and other equipment such as air compressors, mowers, and spray equipment.

• Performs major repairs on gasoline and diesel engines; transmissions; differentials; drive units; brakes; suspension systems; cooling systems; fuel systems; instrumentation; electrical systems; hydraulic systems; accessory power equipment. Removes, repairs, replaces, and rebuilds engines, carburetors, ignition systems and other components of trucks and heavy equipment.  Performs skilled and semi-skilled repairs on automobiles, such as tune-ups, removing, repairing and/or replacing water pumps, fan belts and brakes.

• Repairs and alters equipment using welding and cutting equipment.

• Instructs Fleet Mechanic Helper in the repair and maintenance of trucks, heavy construction equipment, their components, other equipment, and automobiles.

• Records time on work records, requisitions parts, and recommends the ordering of parts, tools, and equipment. May maintain inventory records on automotive parts, lubricants, wheels, and tires.

• Performs emergency road service and related field repairs.

• Cleans surfaces such as metal, wood and glass for spray and letter painting, paints, stripes and letters construction and automotive equipment.

• Minimum of (1) year of full-time, experience performing heavy equipment and mechanical repairs OR an Associate degree (or an equivalent number of coursework hours) in Automotive Technology and two (2) years of experience as a Mechanic.

• Considerable knowledge of the design, operation, and repair of light and heavy-duty gasoline and diesel equipment, hydraulic systems, and accessory power equipment.

• Ability to diagnose mechanical defects and ability to determine parts and adjustments necessary to put equipment into proper operating condition.

• Ability to meet physical, visual, and mental standards of the job.

• Ability and willingness to work in a manner that will not needlessly endanger the safety of oneself, other persons, and equipment.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT(S):

• Possession of a valid State of Michigan Driver's License.

• Possession of a valid State of Michigan CDL with class B endorsement OR to obtain within one (1) year of appointment.

• Certification as a Specialty Mechanic in at least 2 of the first 6 categories of heavy-duty truck repair as defined by the State of Michigan (Categories include Engine Repair-Gasoline, Engine Repair-Diesel, Drive Train, Brakes & Braking Systems, Suspension & Steering Systems, and Electrical Systems.) OR equivalent qualification/certification in a branch of the United States Military Service (copy of DD-214 must be provided as proof of qualification).

• Possession of basic hand tools as defined by the agreement between City of Flint and Local 1600 AFSCME.

• Ability and willingness to continue to pursue additional State of Michigan Heavy Duty Truck Repair Specialty Certifications to become a State of Michigan Certified Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic II.

• Failure to maintain the minimum required certifications may result in disciplinary action up to and including discharge.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, fumes, odors, dust, poor ventilation, chemicals, oils, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, intense noises, and travel.