Mechanic I
Status: Open Until Filled This position performs mechanical repair and service on a variety of City/BLW vehicles and heavy equipment including autos, light trucks, and large diesel engines.
- Performs diagnostic testing and or problem solving in the repair of a variety of City/BLW vehicles and/or heavy equipment up to and including diagnostic testing and repair of gas and/or diesel engines, electrical, brake systems, hydraulic systems, steering/suspension systems, and welding.
- Performs diagnostic testing and or problem solving in the repair of equipment including but not limited to fire truck water pumping systems, hydraulic systems such as cranes/boom, garbage truck compactors and small equipment such as air compressors, generators, tamps, chippers, boring machine, and electronic signal arrow boards.
- Performs diagnostic testing and repair on vehicle electrical systems. Related electrical wiring repair and installation work includes emergency specialty equipment such as blue lights and high intensity strobes, and power packs.
- Review’s vehicle or equipment manufacturer’s diagrams or the computer, to identify the correct replacement parts; arranges delivery with the supervisor.
- Performs diagnostic testing and repair of emissions systems to meet Georgia state emission standards.
- Performs scheduled preventative maintenance as assigned and reports list of items and parts repaired or replaced to the supervisor.
- Performs occasional welding and fabrication.
- Installs, replaces, or repairs police vehicle parts such as siren boxes, shotgun racks, security bars/screens, and fire truck apparatus such as ladders, hose reels, and other related equipment.
- Cleans up work area after completion of each job and checks, cleans, and inventories shop tools. Reports tool needs or problems to supervisor.
- May be required to perform duties in other divisions within the department in certain circumstances, including, but not limited to periods of heavy workload, natural disasters, and city events. These duties should not require specialized training or certification and will mostly involve tasks centered on manual labor.
- Performs other related duties as required.
- High school graduate or GED and three (3) years full-service mechanic experience including diagnostic testing and repair of gas and/or diesel engines, electrical, brake systems, hydraulic systems, suspension/steering systems, and welding.
- Must have a Class C Georgia Driver’s License at time of hire and obtain a Georgia Class-B Commercial Driver’s License within one year from the date of hire. Must pass CDL written exam within 5 months from the date of hire. Must a have a satisfactory (7) seven-year driving history to include no DUI’s in the last (5) five years.
- Must be able to pass a physical exam & drug screen at time of hire.
- Ability to successfully complete training classes on diagnostic testing equipment, emergency vehicle repair, electrical/electronic systems, hydraulics, emissions, and other related specialty training.
- Opportunity to advance to senior levels two and three through Mechanic Promotional Program.
- Must have knowledge and skill when using welding machines and cutting torches.
- Ability to read, interpret and apply engine and part diagrams.
- Ability to use computer and computer programs to retrieve engine designs and parts information.
Successful candidates are required to submit to drug screen & background inquiry.
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