Grounds Maintenance Equipment Technician - Airport

City of Lakeland, FL; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Lakeland, Florida seeks a journey-level maintenance mechanic for grounds and related equipment. You will diagnose, repair, and test diesel, gasoline, and electric machinery used in parks and airport maintenance, following manufacturer manuals and safety standards.

Responsibilities include preventive maintenance, warranty checks, and field or shop repairs, with overtime possible. Strong diagnostic skills and ability to read manuals are essential.

Qualifications

• Two years of journey-level experience as maintenance mechanic or small equipment operator.
• Must possess valid driver's license.
• Ability to read and follow manufacturer manuals.
• Strong diagnostic and repair skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose failed components and determine repair steps prior to ordering parts or tearing down equipment.
• Inspect, diagnose, and repair mechanical defects in grounds and airport maintenance equipment including diesel, electric, and gasoline-powered machines.
• Perform preventive maintenance and ensure proper cleaning and safe operation.
• Verify warranty status and obtain supervisor authorization for major repairs.
• Test repaired equipment and document results and costs in maintenance records.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

This is an advanced journey-level position involving the maintenance, diagnosis, and repair of grounds maintenance equipment and related motorized equipment, including small gasoline- and diesel-engine-driven equipment, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, compressors, and other equipment. Work involves inspecting, evaluating, and repairing the mechanical conditions of all types of motorized equipment and hydraulic systems. This includes final testing (when applicable) to ensure the accuracy of the work performed. Superior-quality work is expected, with the employee following instructions and factory manuals for proper repair techniques. Work is performed without close supervision but is reviewed while in progress and upon completion. The final inspection is evaluated based on the results achieved. Directions on the repair method may be provided after receiving the repair order.

• Completes diagnosis of failed components to find the reason for failure before ordering parts or tearing down equipment, reducing unnecessary parts purchases, repeat repairs, and excessive equipment downtime.
• Inspects, diagnoses, and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various grounds and airport maintenance equipment, including diesel, electric, and gasoline-powered equipment, mowers, tractors, utility vehicles, and other mechanical equipment.
• Trains in preventive maintenance, proper cleaning, and safe equipment operation.
• Verifies equipment warranty status prior to performing repairs, when applicable.
• Obtains supervisor authorization for major repairs and reviews equipment repair history before proceeding with repairs.
• Performs repairs to brake systems (hydraulic and mechanical), electronic ignition systems, diesel and gas fuel injection systems, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, engines, transmissions, and other related items.
• Inspects, adjusts, and replaces necessary units and related parts, including valves, pistons, piston rings, main bearing assembly, cooling, and fuel systems on motor-driven equipment.
• Repairs and overhauls air compressors, power tools, and other specialized equipment.
• Maintains a preventive maintenance program for assigned equipment in accordance with established schedules and manufacturer recommendations.
• Maintains accurate records of equipment condition, preventive maintenance, repairs, parts and materials used, labor performed, and associated costs in the City's work order or equipment maintenance system.
• Inspects equipment for performance and performs field or emergency repairs as necessary to minimize equipment downtime.
• Installs and repairs irrigation systems, including sprinkler heads, valves, and both galvanized and PVC pipelines, and maintains automatic sprinkler systems.
• May be required to work overtime or alternate hours as necessary for the efficient operation of the department.
• May be required to participate in and/or facilitate training to support departmental or City initiatives and requirements.
• Performs Storm Team support responsibilities in the event of an emergency.
• Position is designated as Mission Critical.

ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS

• Properly uses and returns the City-owned tools and manuals to storage.
• Reports missing or broken tools to the supervisor.
• Follows all occupational safety, health, and environmental standards and helps maintain a safe, clean work environment.
• Repairs, sharpens, services, and maintains mowers and related grounds maintenance equipment.
• Performs oxyacetylene and electric welding and cutting as required.
• Fabricates specialized equipment.

• High school diploma from an accredited school or a GED.
• Two years of experience as a maintenance mechanic or small equipment operator at the journey level.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Must possess and maintain a valid telephone number.
• May be required to pass an elevated background check provided by the City of Lakeland Police Department upon hire.

KNOWLEDGE

• Occupational hazards, safety, and environmental regulations related to the equipment repair trade.
• Operation principles, maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel engines, electrical, hydraulic systems, and related mechanical equipment.

SKILLS

• Use of tools and operation of machines and equipment commonly used in the mechanics' trade.

ABILITIES

• Inspect equipment for serviceability, diagnose problems, and organize repair sequences logically and efficiently.
• Follow written and oral instructions.
• Read and comprehend service and operation manuals written in English for various types of equipment and apply that knowledge effectively in completing maintenance and repair tasks.
• Interpret and work from sketches and pencil diagrams.
• Communicate effectively with co-workers and supervisors, work cooperatively with other mechanics, and maintain good working relationships with other City employees and the public.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Heavy manual labor, including walking or standing most of the time and exerting up to 100 pounds of force regularly.
• Risks exposure to adverse weather conditions, toxic/caustic chemicals, variable temperatures, wet/humid conditions, dust, pollen, and traffic.
• Normal visual acuity, field of vision, hearing, speaking, color perception, sense of smell, depth perception, and texture perception.

This job description outlines the general nature and level of work and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties or qualifications. Management reserves the right to modify or assign additional responsibilities as needed.

All City of Lakeland positions are subject to testing (e.g. written, oral, performance, computerized, interview, and/or any combination). Candidates selected for testing will be notified via email or telephone. Please check your e-mail and telephone messages regularly, including "junk" folders. Test times and locations to be announced.

The City of Lakeland is a drug free workplace. This position is considered a mandatory testing position, which is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. All City of Lakeland positions are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing. As a condition of employment you will be required to pass the pre-employment drug test in accordance with Florida Statute 440.102.

THE CITY OF LAKELAND IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY/EQUAL ACCESS EMPLOYER AND A DRUG FREE WORKPLACE