Automotive Mechanic I, (A262820-3), 204, Automotive Mechanic

Maintains 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 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.

• Knowledge of automotive wiring systems.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade.

• Ability 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.

Physical Effort Requirements Position will have the following exposures

• Office 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 environments
 

Seldom

• Office or similar indoor environment 
• Vehicles

Sometimes

• Street environment (near moving traffic)
• Construction site
• Confined space 

Frequently

• Outdoor environment

Often

• Confined space 

Exposures Position will require the employee to be exposed to the following environmental elements

Never

• Individuals who are hostile or irate
• Individuals with known violent backgrounds
• Communicable diseases
• Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances

Seldom

• Extreme cold (below 32 degrees)

Sometimes

• Fumes or airborne particles

Frequently

• Extreme heat (above 100 degrees)
• Moving mechanical parts
• Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction)

Travel Position will require the employee to travel

Never:

• Regional travel
• National travel
• International travel

Seldom:

• Local travel

Required Education and Experience 

• High 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 or Certifications

• Valid 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.