Public Works - Maintainer IV / Mechanic

Derby Senior Citizens Center; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Derby Senior Citizens Center is seeking a qualified Public Works Mechanic to perform skilled maintenance and repair of municipal motor vehicles and related equipment. The role involves diagnosing issues and applying standard repair practices under supervision of the Public Works Director.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent with several years of motor vehicle mechanic experience, including handling the heaviest and most complex public works equipment.

Qualifications

• Requires a high school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of three years' experience as a motor vehicle mechanic.
• One year experience in maintaining the heaviest and most complex equipment used in public works or construction.
• Alternative: graduate from an accredited trade school with experience in heavy equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain varied public works equipment, from simple power-driven gear to heavy machinery.
• Analyze breakdowns to determine appropriate repair actions.
• Move and work with large, awkward objects and use finger dexterity for precise parts handling.

Skills

Heavy equipment maintenance

Motor vehicle repair

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Trade school accreditation in motor vehicle repair

Job description

Job Title: Public Works - Maintainer IV / Mechanic

Department: Public Works

Hours: Full Time

Job Description

General Summary: Under the general supervision of the Public Works Director, the Mechanic performs a variety of skilled tasks in all phases of maintenance, repair, and reconditioning of motor vehicles and other power-driven equipment, or allied equipment related to overall municipal operations. Exercises some judgement in the analysis of breakdown problems to determine what action should be taken within the limits of standard testing and repair practices and does related work as required.

Essential Functions

Usually works semi-independently with assistance and advice by a supervisor as necessary, maintaining varied equipment and tools of public works, ranging from simple power-driven equipment to the heaviest and most complex type, such as motor vehicles, dump trucks, graders, bulldozers, backhoes, rollers, vac-alls, chippers, sprayers, sweepers, compressors, packer bodies, snow blowers, snow plows, spreaders, bucket hoists and other mechanical equipment. This individual may conduct any other related duties that the Director of Public Works directs when needed.

Desired Qualifications

Desired Qualifications: High School diploma or equivalent with a minimum of three (3) years’ experience as a motor vehicle mechanic with at least one (1) year experience in the maintenance of the heaviest and most complex equipment used in public works or the construction field. Or in lieu thereof, graduation from an accredited trade school specializing in motor vehicle repair and one (1) year experience in the maintenance of the heaviest and most complex equipment used in public works or the construction field. Or in lieu of, any combination of education, experience and training. Must pass a comprehensive background investigation, including but not limited to a criminal history, pending investigations and a drug test.

Working Environment

Works in both indoor and outdoor environments, as necessary. Significant need to stand, walk, twist, lift or bend for extended periods of time and to work in all types of weather conditions. May be required to work in trenches or confined spaces and travel to and from different job sites. At times may be required to use diplomatic communication skills in dealing with employees or the public. Must be able to lift large, awkward objects and must be able to use finger dexterity for handling small intricate objects.