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Days and Hours: Monday - Friday 3:00pm - 11:30pm
Distinguishing Features of Work:
This is highly technical work in the diagnosis, repair, and preventive
maintenance of cars, trucks, and heavy equipment. Work is supervised and
assisted as needed by a higher level mechanic or a supervisor.
Examples of Work Performed:
- Completes preventive maintenance on vehicles, trailers, or heavy
equipment, such as oil changes, tire rotation, replacing filters,
servicing transmissions, lubricating chassis and drive lines.
- Performs engine and transmission diagnostics with scan tools or
laptop computers. Conducts test drives to verify drivability
complaints and to verify the repairs made.
- Diagnose and repair electrical systems.
- Diagnose and repair air and hydraulic brake systems.
- Diagnose and repair automatic and manual transmission drivability
issues.
- Diagnose and repair hydraulic system issues including hydraulic
pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, and other components on heavy
vehicles and equipment.
- Diagnose and repair driveline and suspension systems.
- Diagnose and repair heating and air conditioning systems.
- Diagnose, repair, rebuilds, and replaces diesel and gas engines.
- Remove, replace, and modify, mufflers, tailpipes and other exhaust
components.
- Tow vehicles and equipment using a roll back and sling type wrecker.
- Maintains written record of work performed.
- Assumes the responsibilities of supervisor in his or her absences.
- Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a
vehicle.
- These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related
duties may be assigned as needed.
Requirements of Work:
Thorough knowledge of all tools and equipment used in the trade and the
ability to use these tools to perform repair work on vehicles/equipment.
Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
Ability to weld and cut using gas or electrical equipment.
Ability to read, interpret, and apply information contained in technical
repair manuals and electronic diagnostic equipment.
Ability to climb onto equipment and make repairs as high as 25\' in
height.
Ability to lift, bend, and twist while making repairs to vehicles and
heavy equipment.
Ability to tolerate exposure to fluids and solvents in vehicle repair
work.
Ability to perform continuous manual and physical labor while standing
on cement floor.
Ability to lift and carry bulky objects weighing up to 50 pounds
(heavier objects with the assistance of another person) for distances up
to 100 feet.
Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of pressure using tools that tighten,
loosen, or cut.
Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with
associates and employees of other departments.
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally or in writing.
Assumes the responsibilities of supervisor in his or her absences.
Must be highly proficient in utilizing diagnostic scan tools and other
troubleshooting devises.
A valid Kansas driver\'s license is required.
A valid Kansas commercial driver\'s license (CDL) is required.
Compliance with ASE policy will be required at time of hire and
throughout duration of employment.
Possession of at least four eligible ASE certifications when hired.
Will require ASE certification attainment consistent with ASE policy.
Preferred certifications from tracs A, E, L and T.
Skill set will be the primary factor in determining hire, promotion, and
transfer decisions between shops.
There are five shops that specialize in the maintenance of heavy
equipment, light vehicles, fire assets, body shop repairs, and light
equipment.
Staff assigned to the Heavy Equipment shop shal have extensive
knowledge of diesel engines, as well as other equipment that is
maintained in this shop.
Staff assigned to the Light Vehicle shop shall have extensive knowledge
of passenger vehicles and other assets that are maintained in this shop.
Staff assigned to the Fire Maintenance shop shall have extensive
knowledge of fire apparatus and maintenance practices.
Staff assigned to the Body Shop shall have extensive knowledge of the
repair of vehicles damaged in accidents.
Staff assigned to the Light Equipment shop shall have extensive
knowledge of mowers, park maintenance equipment, and other assets that
are maintained in this shop.
Transfer decisions between these shops will be based on skill set, shop
coverage, work flow, and the overall needs of the Division.
An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of
other individuals in the workplace.
Public Works & Utilities is responsible for the operation of many
critical systems, such as water and wastewater treatment, the City\'s
transportation network, and more. Therefore, PW&U emp