Automotive Mechanic I, 204, Automotive Mechanic

Job TitleMaintains and repairs City equipment; performs routine maintenance and diagnostic checks to ensure vehicles and equipment operate under the conditions which they were designed for.Essential Functions/Job Competencies/Physical RequirementsESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.Repairs and maintains City vehicles, light equipment, and small machinery and their associated systems such as electrical, hydraulic, compression, and water pumps.Performs complete overhaul and mechanical repair work on City equipment, which includes: automobiles, light and heavy duty trucks, mowers, and other standard and specialized equipment; performs preventive maintenance and diagnostic work on vehicles.Repairs and overhauls transmissions, differentials, front and rear end assemblies.Inspects, adjusts, and replaces necessary units and related parts, valves, pistons, piston rings, brakes, main bearing assembly, cooling, ignition, and fuel systems.Repairs and overhauls motors, generators, carburetor, clutches; replaces brake axles and springs.Repairs and overhauls air compressors, hydraulic systems, and other specialized related equipment.Will be required to drive a City vehicle for City business use.Performs other related duties as required.COMPETENCIES FOR SUCCESSFUL PERFORMANCE OF JOB DUTIESKnowledge ofAutomotive wiring systems.The occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.Skills and AbilitiesAbility to diagnose, troubleshoot, and repair defects in automotive equipment.Ability to adapt available tools and repair parts to specific repair problems.Ability to follow oral and written instructions.Ability to interpret and work from sketches and schematic diagrams.Ability to use operation tools and machinery used in automotive repair work.Ability to change and repair all tire sizes from all types of equipment.Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with others.Ability to communicate clearly and effectively both orally and in writing.Ability to maintain good planning and organizational skills.Ability to take and follow directions from supervisor.Ability to give directions to and gain compliance from assigned staff.Ability to perform strenuous work and routine work.Ability to maintain a valid Texas Driver License and a good driving record.Ability to project a positive and professional image of the City of Laredo.Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing in the English language and orally in the Spanish language.Ability to comply with all City of Laredo's policies and procedures.Ability to maintain good health and physical condition sufficient to permit the full performance of the duties of this position.WORK ENVIRONMENT/CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDSPhysical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposuresOffice or similar indoor environment, relatively free from unpleasant environmental conditions or hazards.Occasional exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Occasional outside work.Frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards. Majority of work performed outside or with exposure to risk.Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally, a negligible amount of force frequently, and/or constantly having to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.Exerting up to 35 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.Work Environment Locations Position will require the employee to work in the following types of work environmentsSeldomOffice or similar indoor environmentVehiclesSometimesStreet environment (near moving traffic)Construction siteConfined spaceFrequentlyOutdoor environmentOftenConfined spaceExposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elementsNeverIndividuals who are hostile or irateIndividuals with known violent backgroundsCommunicable diseasesToxic or caustic chemicals or substancesSeldomExtreme cold (below 32 degrees)SometimesFumes or airborne particlesFrequentlyExtreme heat (above 100 degrees)Moving mechanical partsLoud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)Travel Position will require the employee to travelNever:Regional travelNational travelInternational travelSeldom:Local travelMinimum QualificationsRequired Education and ExperienceHigh School Diploma or G.E.D.At least three (3) years of experience of automotive and preventive service maintenance that includes experience in: maintaining light or small machinery equipment, working on gasoline automotive maintenance and diagnosis, automotive mechanics, automotive wiring systems or related field.Valid Licenses and CertificationsValid Licenses or CertificationsValid Texas Driver License. If applicant holds an out-of-state license, a State of Texas Driver License must be obtained within 6 months of employment.As part of the minimum requirements for all positions with the City of Laredo, a thorough background check and certified school transcripts will be required from all applicants who are offered employment. Effective February 24, 1997, all selected applicants are required to undergo a drug and alcohol test prior to employment. Effective January 7, 2008, all persons in safety-sensitive functions/positions, as per City of Laredo Drug and Alcohol Policy definition, shall be subject to random drug and alcohol testing. A person with a disability who needs a reasonable accommodation related to a selection process is requested to contact the Human Resources Department at (956) 791-7480 two days prior to the scheduled test and/or interview. City of Laredo is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled and Veteran Employer. We welcome differences in the form of gender, race, ethnicity, disability, geography, socioeconomic status, age, politics, religion, philosophy, sexual orientation, or gender identity. All applicants who share this goal are encouraged to apply. Must be able to function in a principle-based organization that has a culture built on character and core values.