City of Livonia, MI

Performs technical tasks in the maintenance and repair of light to heavy-duty gasoline, propane, and diesel-fueled equipment. Have a minimum of one year of paid work experience in automotive/truck/construction equipment repair within the last five years; or a minimum of one year in a recognized automotive technician program within the last five years; and. Have or be eligible for a Michigan Department of State Motor Vehicle Mechanic Trainee Permit; and. Methods, materials, tools and standard practices of the equipment mechanic's trade. Proper use of oxy-acetylene torches and Mig welder

equipment mechanic

An employee in this classification in the Equipment Maintenance Section of the Public Service Division works under immediate supervision to learn and become proficient in the technical aspects of repairing and servicing City vehicles and equipment. They may have overtime work as required and is subject to call-in outside normal working hours. 
<ul>
<li>Performs technical tasks in the maintenance and repair of light to heavy-duty gasoline, propane, and diesel-fueled equipment</li>
<li>Repairs suspension components, fuel systems, clutch assemblies, fuel and water pumps, starters, alternators, brake systems, air conditioning, electrical components, belts, hoses, tires, etc.</li>
<li>Operates Oxyacetylene torches and Mig welders</li>
<li>Other duties, as assigned</li>
</ul>
By closing date of this announcement, an applicant must:
<ul>
<li>Be a citizen of the United States or a resident alien with the right to work in the United States; and</li>
<li>Be at least 18 years old; and</li>
<li>Have or be eligible for a high school diploma or valid equivalency certificate within one year of date-of-hire; and</li>
<li>Have a minimum of one year of paid work experience in automotive/truck/construction equipment repair within the last five years; or a minimum of one year in a recognized automotive technician program within the last five years; and</li>
<li>Have or be eligible for a Michigan Department of State Motor Vehicle Mechanic Trainee Permit; and</li>
<li>Possess and maintain a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record; possess or be eligible for a Group "A" Commercial Driver's License with Air Brakes and "N" (tanker) endorsement; and</li>
<li>Have or be eligible for a valid Industrial Truck Driving Permit for operation of a forklift; and</li>
<li>Be able to lift a minimum of 75 pounds.</li>
</ul>
NOTE:  An employee in this classification is subject to all requirements of the Federal Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991, as amended.
PARTS OF EXAMINATION AND WEIGHTS
Interview - 100%
NOTE:  Up to 20 applicants with the most appropriate and responsible level of education and experience will be invited to the interview.  Applicants must pass the interview in order to be placed on the eligible list. 
<h3>Knowledge of</h3>
<ul>
<li>Methods, materials, tools and standard practices of the equipment mechanic's trade</li>
<li>Principles of internal combustion engine operation</li>
<li>Hazards and safety precautions of the mechanic's trade</li>
<li>Installation and repair methods of air conditioning systems</li>
<li>Service and repair methods of air brakes and air systems</li>
<li>Service of electrical systems and equipment</li>
<li>Proper use of oxy-acetylene torches and Mig welder</li>
</ul>
<h3>Ability to</h3>
<ul>
<li>Diagnose and repair operational problems on vehicles and equipment</li>
<li>Perform preventive maintenance tasks on a variety of vehicles and equipment</li>
<li>Understand and effectively carry out verbal and written instructions</li>
<li>Read and interpret service manuals, schematics, charts, etc. Handle all physical requirements of the class</li>
<li>Establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and user departments</li>
</ul>
NOTE:  At the time of appointment, applicants are required to pass a pre-employment medical examination conducted by a physician authorized by the City of Livonia.
PURPOSE:  The purpose of this examination is to establish an eligible list to fill current, future, regular, and/or temporary vacancies.
HOW TO APPLY:  Applications can be completed anytime online at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/livonia. If work experience and/or specific skills are listed as qualifications, it will be the responsibility of the applicant to describe their experience and/or skills sufficiently in the Education and Work Experience sections of the application so that it may be determined if they meet the stated qualifications. Applicants who do not comply will be disqualified from further consideration. Attachments or resumes are not accepted in place of completing the information requested on the official application. Applicants will be notified by e-mail of the next steps in the examination process.
PROBATIONARY PERIOD:  Appointees must satisfactorily complete a six-month probationary period before the appointment will be considered regular.

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