Fleet Mechanic

slcgov; United States; On-site; USD 37,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Salt Lake City is seeking a Fleet Mechanic Bargaining Unit to perform journey-level diagnosis, repair and maintenance on heavy and light vehicles, including EVs, under the supervision of the shift supervisor. Required experience and ASE certifications encouraged.

The role involves diagnosing mechanical and electrical problems, selecting parts, overhauling components, welding, performing safety inspections, and mentoring trainees.

Qualifications

• 4-6 years' experience in operation, repair and maintenance of passenger vehicles, trucks and EVs.
• Knowledge of automotive practices and welding trades; ability to diagnose defects.
• Must possess all necessary hand tools.
• Certification for vehicle safety inspections and emissions testing or ability to obtain within six months.
• Possession of a valid state driver's license and CDL Class A.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, repair and maintain heavy and light equipment and EVs.
• Inspect, replace and overhaul components including engines, transmissions, brakes, steering, hydraulics and electronics.
• Instruct and mentor Fleet Mechanic trainees.
• Perform safety inspections, emissions tests and welding as required.
• Maintain shop records and input data via computer.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Diagnostics and repair

EV experience

Welding

Use hand tools

Education

ASE certifications

CDL Class A (within six months)

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Emissions testing equipment

Job description

Position Title

Fleet Mechanic Bargaining Unit

AFSCME Job Description

Incumbent performs journey-level, skilled diagnosis, repairs and maintenance on heavy and light vehicles and equipment and electric vehicles (EV, throughout), depending on assignment and operational needs. Reports to shift supervisor. Applicable experience and expertise of knowledge will be considered and evaluated when making job offer.

Typical Duties

• Performs diagnosis, repairs, and maintenance on heavy equipment or light equipment, or both, depending on assignment and operational needs.
• "Light" equipment includes but is not limited to police and other passenger cars, pick-ups, tow trucks, vans, ATV and other four-wheelers, Cushmans, small tractors, mowers, snow blowers, accessories, hydraulics and other motive and non-motive equipment.
• "Heavy" equipment includes, but is not limited to bulldozers, loaders, pavers, brooms, power shovels, packers, plows, fire trucks, hydraulics, accessories and other motive and non-motive equipment.
• Acquire EV training and certificates.
• Diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems. Reviews vehicle and equipment history files to assist in determining frequency and possible cause of problems. Determines materials and parts required. Repairs, overhauls or replaces all equipment components, including but not limited to, engines, transmissions, clutches, brakes, steering, differentials, and hydraulic, electrical, computer, fuel and cooling systems.
• Instructs, mentors and assists with on-the-job training of Fleet Mechanic trainees.
• Tunes motors using standard test equipment. Performs safety inspections and may do emissions tests as required. Replaces defective parts.
• Performs oxyacetylene and electronic welding as required. May fabricate special equipment; layout, cut and fit material for welding.
• Services equipment with oil, grease and water. Checks and services batteries. Checks and lubricates transmissions and differentials. May change and mount tires.
• Uses normal hand tools, as well as power tools, and modern test or diagnostic equipment to perform necessary repairs, adjustments, overhaul or component replacement. Keeps current on repair and diagnostic technology by studying repair manuals and other production literature, as well as attending specific schools or classes as required.
• Maintains standard shop records, reflecting amount of time, type of repair, parts used and job orders. Will use a computer to input and retrieve data.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four to six (4-6) years' experience in the operation, repair, adjustment, overhaul and general maintenance of passenger vehicles, light and heavy trucks and equipment and EV's. Experience must also include work performed on one or more of the following specialized types of vehicles or equipment: street or runway maintenance, snow removal, sanitation, fire or other emergency and off-road equipment.
• Knowledge of standard practices, equipment, tools of the automotive mechanic and welding trades; ability to diagnose and correct defects in a wide variety of "light" equipment, "heavy" equipment and EV, depending on assignment.
• Must possess all hand tools necessary to complete assigned duties.
• Must possess certification for vehicle safety inspections and vehicle emission tests (or ability to obtain within six months of hire).
• Possession of a valid state driver's license or Utah driving privilege card. Will be required to possess a Utah State Commercial Driver's License, Class A.
• May be required to possess industry related ASE certifications.

Working Conditions

Moderate-to-heavy physical activity. Considerable standing, crouching and stooping in uncomfortable positions. Frequent lifting of weights up to 80 pounds or more. Exposure to fumes, dust, grease, solvents, contaminants, dirt, dampness, heights, noise, objectionable odors, and inclement weather. Occupational hazards also include injuries from accidents. Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.

A TEN-YEAR PERSONAL, CRIMINAL AND EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

POSITION TYPE

Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

$26.62 - $35.03

DEPARTMENT

Public Services

Full Time/Part Time

Full time Scheduled Hours: 40