Auto Mechanic

1 week ago

St Joseph, MO, United States City of St. Joseph Full time

JOB TITLE: Auto Mechanic
DEPARTMENT: Public Works and Transportation
DIVISION Street Maintenance
SALARY: $45,227.00/YR $21.74375/HR
CLOSING DATE: Until filled

Job Summary/Scope
Repairs heavy and medium duty equipment, including motor graders, wheel loaders, excavators, and Class 1-8 trucks: specialty equipment, including street sweepers, slurry seal trucks, Vacuum sewer basin cleaners, and paint striping machines, and all other motorized equipment for the department. Assists in removing, repairing, replacing, fabricating, and installing parts on two cycle and small engine and to internal combustion gasoline and diesel engines for various applications. Ability to fabricate tools and equipment and weld. Assist other mechanics in the installation of transmissions, rear ends. Preforms light electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic repairs. Performs preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment. Performs repairs, inspections and replacement of tires. No supervisory or budgetary responsibilities.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • TROUBLESHOOTS, REMOVES and REPLACES defective parts in vehicles and equipment.
  • WELDS and CUTS metals and parts.
  • FABRICATES various devices and pieces of equipment.
  • OPERATES and MAINTAINS various shop power tools including hoists, band saws, drill presses, torches, hydraulic hose splicer, etc.
  • CLEANS shop and/or work area.
  • ORDERS parts and materials needed for repairs.
  • HANDLES service calls and makes repairs in the field as necessary.
  • ASSISTS other mechanics as needed.
  • MAINTAINS regular and reliable attendance.
  • MAINTAINS the inventory of filters, fluids and tires.
Other Duties and Responsibilities
Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • SKILLS in basic and advanced mechanics, auto electrical heating and cooling.
  • SKILLS in welding, cutting, grinding and fabrication.
  • KNOWLEDGE of mechanical engine operations and repair procedures.
  • ABILITY to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and make necessary repairs.
  • VALID Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement required within 3 months of employment.
  • MISSOURI Safety Inspector's Mechanic Permit required within the first 180 days of employment.
  • ONE to three years prior experience in related field preferred.
  • REQUIRED to be on-call and/or carry a pager to respond to emergencies as needed.


Material and Equipment Directly Used
Operates a variety of equipment, including hand tools, used in the maintenance of trucks and equipment, tire changer machine. Also operates street vehicles and equipment when making repairs. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements
Work is performed under a variety of conditions ranging from extreme heat to extreme cold. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Also requires such physical activities as climbing, stooping, kneeling and crawling. Must be able to operate equipment with dexterity. Work involves routine lifting of objects weighing as much as 30 pounds. Occasionally lift objects weighing as much as 75 pounds or assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 75 pounds. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Employee Behavior and Conduct
City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.

Education
High school diploma or equivalent required or must be able to obtain within 6 months. One to three years' experience in a related field preferred.

All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.
Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check.
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973,
which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.

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