Senior Equipment Mechanic

Job Description:

Senior Equipment Mechanic

Description

Summary

Minimum starting salary: $28.50 hourly, depending on qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Required:

• Valid Texas Driver's License
• Technical certifications from the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
• H.S. Diploma or GED equivalent
• 4 years of work experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and heavy equipment in a fleet environment.

Position Description:

Under basic supervision, performs advanced journey-level work in the maintenance and repair of Fleet Services (FS) vehicles, specialty vehicles, and equipment, and heavy equipment, in accordance with all safety regulations and City procedures; maintains and enforces safety standards and identifies safety problems.

Essential Functions:

• Performs advanced journey-level maintenance and repairs on a diverse fleet of light, medium and heavy duty vehicles, equipment and machinery including road and grounds maintenance, heavy hydraulic systems, fire equipment, police and fire vehicles, watercraft and other specialty vehicles and equipment; generates innovative solutions to complex work situations; duties may vary according to job assignment.
• Works independently and makes appropriate decisions based on work experience and training; examines equipment malfunctions and troubleshoots actual and potential problems; repairs, disassembles, rebuilds and adjusts equipment and components; fabricates and reconditions parts as needed; assures equipment functions meet job specifications and technical codes.
• Performs preventive maintenance and diagnostics on vehicles and equipment to maximize the effective life cycle, reduce downtime and improve the productivity of City workers; performs specialized repair and maintenance work to bring vehicles and equipment into compliance with safety and regulatory violations.
• Inspects the status of vehicles and equipment, performs safety inspections, and recommends equipment replacement and major repair options; installs auxiliary and specialized equipment.
• Diagnoses and repairs vehicle and equipment engines and components, including gasoline, diesel and hybrid engines; uses technical manuals and computer equipment to diagnose and correct problems.
• Diagnoses and repairs vehicle component systems and sub-systems for electrical, fuel supply, hydraulic & pneumatic systems, brakes, drive train, suspension, exhaust, and engine cooling systems; performs arc and acetylene welding as required; performs body repair and other metal component repairs.
• Transports equipment from the field to the repair shop facility; performs emergency repairs in the field as required; identifies and reports vehicle problems requiring additional maintenance and repair; notifies supervisors of repair problems beyond the scope of authority and skills.
• Maintains records and logs of services performed and general vehicle information; opens and closes work orders; and documents work hours, parts used, and repairs completed.
• Orders parts as needed; maintains records of parts requisitions and stock inventory.
• Maintains shop facility, cleans work areas and removes debris; maintains the work zone and all equipment in safe operating condition, disposes of lubricants and chemicals in accordance with all safety procedures.

The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.

To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.

Why Work For Waco:

• Meaningful and challenging work
• Make a difference and improve communities
• Competitive Salary and Benefits
  • Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
  • Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
  • Education Assistance Program
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Employee Assistance
  • Longevity Pay
  • And More!
• Chance to do work you are passionate about
• Desire to give back

Salary:

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