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Fleet Mechanic 1

Category: Classified
Pay Grade: C21      
Job Code: 12982

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential job functions satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary job functions herein described.  Since every duty associated with this position may not be described herein, employees may be required to perform duties not specifically spelled out in the job description, but which may be reasonably considered to be incidental in the performing of their duties just as though they were actually written out in this job description.

JOB SUMMARY

Performs semi to highly skilled mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of light gasoline fueled and electric vehicles (Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) classes 1 through 3) such as automobiles, light trucks, including light equipment such as utility carts, mowers, and trailers.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (examples, not all inclusive)

• Read and comprehend written and electric repair manuals including wiring schematics and diagnostic diagrams;
• Diagnose vehicle faults with electronic test equipment such as scanners, volt/ohm meters, and laptop applications competently and within industry time standards;
• Diagnose and repair vehicle and equipment systems, including but not limited to engine, fuel, climate control, tire, braking, steering, and suspension systems competently and within industry time standards;
• Diagnose and repair vehicle and equipment wiring, components and lighting, including component removal and replacement;
• Conduct industry standard preventative maintenance inspections;
• Diagnose and repair faults on various size trailers including removal and replacement of brake components, wheels, tires, axles, wiring harnesses, lighting fixtures and wooden decking;
• Update knowledge by reading and participating in industry related educational opportunities;
• Prepare all work order documentation including detailed notes, and parts and labor entries;
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment;
• Perform other related work as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

One (1) year of journeyman level experience in the maintenance and repair of automobiles, light duty trucks, and small equipment; or an equivalent combination of education, training, and/or experience.

Special Qualifications (May be required depending on area of assignment):

• Possession and maintenance of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) A4 Suspension and Steering and A5 Brakes within one (1) year following date of hire.
• Assignment to work a variety of work schedules including compulsory work periods in special, emergency, and/or disaster situations.
• Mobile Air Conditioning Society certification and/or ASE air condition certification.
• Other knowledge, skills, abilities, and credentials required for a specific position.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of the operating principles of the electrical and mechanical systems and components found on vehicles and equipment;
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the automotive and equipment repair trade;
• Skill in the use of tools, machines, and testing instruments used in the repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment;
• Skill in the use of a modern fleet management work order system;
• Ability to perform administrative tasks, recordkeeping, and automated computer related functions integral to completion of job assignments;
• Ability to apply knowledge of equipment operating principles to diagnose and correct malfunctions in vehicles and equipment;
• Ability to use knowledge, creativity, and initiative in recommending or implementing improvements in servicing methods, tools, and materials;
• Ability to use web-based media, manuals and schematics in servicing vehicles and equipment;
• Ability to endure long periods of standing, walking, or working in inclement weather and possession of sufficient physical strength and agility to lift and move heavy objects;
• Ability to use small office equipment and computers.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS

This work is physical in nature and typically takes place in a workshop environment. The work requires exerting force between 20 and 50 pounds often and sometimes over 100 pounds. to move objects.  Additionally, the following physical abilities are required:

• Balancing: Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling while walking, standing, or crouching on narrow, slippery, or erratically moving surfaces. The amount of balancing exceeds that needed for ordinary locomotion and maintenance of body equilibrium.
• Climbing: Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms. Body agility is emphasized.
• Crawling: Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Crouching: Bending the body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Feeling: Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
• Fingering: Picking, pinching, typing, or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than with the whole hand as in handling.
• Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Handling: Picking, holding, or otherwise working, primarily with the whole hand.
• Kneeling: Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position-to-position. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires substantial use of upper extremities and back muscles.
• Mental acuity: Ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes.
• Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
• Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
• Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
• Visual acuity: Sufficient to effectively operate office equipment including copier, computer, etc.; and to read and write reports, correspondence, instructions, etc.; and to perceive color to identify objects or substances.
• Hearing ability: Sufficient to hold a conversation with other individuals both in person and over a telephone; and to hear recording on transcription device.
• Speaking ability: Sufficient to communicate effectively with other individuals in person and over a telephone.
• Mental acuity: Ability to make rational decisions through sound logic and deductive processes.
• Talking: Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word including those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Repetitive motion: Substantial movements (motions) of the wrist, hands, and/or fingers.
• Standing: Particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Stooping: Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist. Occurs to a considerable degree and requires full motion of the lower extremities and back muscles.
• Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.