Equipment Maintenance Mechanic
City of Clarksville
Description
- GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB
This is the second of five levels in the Equipment Maintenance series. Incumbents analyze, inspect, test, maintain and repair a variety of vehicles and equipment. Responsibilities may include maintaining and repairing brake, engine, electrical, fuel, hydraulic, transmission, ignition, exhaust, axle assemblies, air conditioning, and related systems; performing minor body repair; changing and repairing tires; aiding disabled vehicles; and maintaining maintenance and repair records.
***PLEASE NOTE: THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2025, OR UNTIL FILLED.*** Example of Duties
- SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Functions:
Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and performs complex, skilled repairs and/or overhauls to vehicles and equipment in assigned area of responsibility, including inspecting, and replacing of broken or worn parts.
Diagnoses, repairs, cleans, adjusts, and installs fuel, ignition, electrical and cooling systems involving repair and replacement of applicable parts which, depending on assignment, may include carburetors, fuel pumps, starter motors, distributors, generators/alternators, voltage regulators, wiring, switches, hoses, batteries, radiators, thermostats, and water pumps.
Performs preventative maintenance and servicing activities which, depending on assignment, may include changing oil; changing filters; applying lubricants; checking fluid levels; inspecting brakes, chassis components, and tires; and performing related activities.
Answers service and breakdown calls; conducts on-site repairs when possible; operates wrecker to return broken down vehicles and equipment to the shop.
Completes a variety of logs, documents, and/or simple reports regarding quantity of materials handled, equipment operations, vehicle conditions, maintenance, and repair activities, and/or related information.
Keeps shop and assigned work area clean and organized; disposes of unusable replacement parts; and disposes of used motor oil, transmission fluid, and antifreeze.
Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.
Typical Qualifications
- MINIMUM EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Education and Experience
High school diploma or GED equivalent.
One (1) year experience in mechanical maintenance and repair.
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the job's essential duties.
License and Certifications
Possession of a valid Class B commercial drivers license. (Must be obtained within 6 months of hire.)
Forklift Certification. (Must be obtained within 6 months of hire.)