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City of Georgetown
JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Mechanic, Senior
FLSA Category: Non-exempt Effective Date: 10/01/2012
Revision Date: 9/15/2015
SUMMARY: Ensures the City’s vehicles and equipment are maintained in good working condition. Involves repairing and
maintaining mechanical and automotive equipment
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of
the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties
performed by incumbents of this class; employees may be assigned duties which are not listed below; reasonable
accommodations will be made as required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement and is
subject to change at any time by the employer. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to,
the following:
Performs maintenance and makes routine and specialized repairs on vehicles and equipment.
Tests drives vehicles to identify problems and to determine if repairs have corrected the problem(s).
Operates equipment to identify problems and to determine if repairs have corrected the problem(s).
Inspect and diagnose the condition of vehicles; identifies the appropriate and most cost efficient repair method.
Performs troubleshooting on emergency breakdowns in the field to minimize vehicle and customer down time.
Performs yearly state inspections in City vehicles; executes appropriate repairs to insure a safe and efficient fleet.
Performs brazing/cutting and welding vehicles minimizing the cost of repairs
Documents work in writing so that a maintenance/repair history of all active vehicles can be maintained.
Keeps tools, equipment and work area in clean and orderly condition assuring employee and customer safety.
Performs all job duties according to all approved safety rules and procedures.
Reports or corrects all unsafe practices or conditions observed to immediate supervisor.
Performs other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, training and Experience Guidelines
High school diploma or equivalent. Five years of full-time experience in general vehicle or equipment maintenance and
repair. One year of the required experience must have been in a specialized equipment area; preferably John Deere. OR
Any equivalent combination of experience and training and/or education that provides the required knowledge, skills, and
abilities
Knowledge of:
Specialized repairs to vehicle, equipment and Fire apparatus.
Methods, equipment, and materials used in servicing automobiles and other applicable equipment.
Fleet operations and services.
Various specialized types of vehicles diagnostic testing and analysis equipment and tools used in vehicle repair
and maintenance.
Federal, State and Local laws.
City practice, policy and procedures.
Safety practices and procedures.
Skill in:
Operating heavy equipment.
Diagnosing problems and perform major and minor mechanical repairs.
Operating a variety of hand power tools.
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
Communicating effectively, both orally and in writing.
Using computers and related software.
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Reading and comprehending technical manuals.
Comprehending and following oral and written instructions. .
Performing applicable calculations.
Evaluate conditions of vehicles and equipment; determine most feasible and appropriate alternative for vehicle in
need of major repair.
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
Valid Class B Texas driver’s license or must obtain within 60 days of hire.
State of Texas Vehicle Inspection License (State Inspector) or must obtain within 6 months of employment.
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification. Incumbent must have all four certifications in one of the tracks listed
below
Automotive: Suspension and Steering, Brakes, Electrical / Electronic System, Heating and Air Conditioning OR Medium /
Heavy Truck: Brakes, Suspension and Steering, Electrical / Electronic System, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT
Standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, handling, fine dexterity, kneeling, crouching,
crawling, bending, twisting, climbing, balancing, vision, hearing, talking, use of foot controls.
Exposed to weather extremes, exhaust and gas fumes, loud noises/vibrations from engine motors and machinery, heat
and/or steam from engine, chemicals.