Lead Mechanic

City of Albuquerque; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Albuquerque seeks a lead automotive technician to oversee and participate in maintenance, repair and overhaul of engines and equipment on city vehicles.

The role requires training staff, ensuring safety, reading blueprints, estimating materials, and handling emergency repairs; a valid NM driver license and state permits are required.

Qualifications

• Two years technical training in automotive maintenance and mechanical repair.
• Four years experience in automotive maintenance and mechanical repair of varied vehicles/equipment.
• Possession of ASE certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead, plan, train and review the work of staff responsible for maintaining, repairing and overhauling mechanical engines and equipment.
• Plan, direct and participate in mechanical maintenance and repair, including troubleshooting and complex problems.
• Train assigned employees in proper maintenance methods, safety practices and procedures.
• Supervise use and care of repair equipment such as lathes, Grinders, meters and welding gear.
• Read and interpret blueprints and wiring diagrams; estimate time and materials for jobs.
• Perform emergency road calls on disabled vehicles and inspect safety of city equipment.

Skills

Staff leadership

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Safety training

Blueprint reading

Education

High school diploma

ASE certifications preferred

Tools

Machine lathe

Grinders

Voltage meters

Welding equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Lead, oversee and participate in the more complex and difficult work of staff responsible for maintaining, repairing, overhauling mechanical engines and equipment; perform a variety of technical tasks relative to assigned area of responsibility.

This is a safety sensitive position subject to random drug/alcohol testing.

Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.

Essential And Supplemental Functions

SSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Essential functions may include, but are not limited to thefunctions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of thejob with or without a reasonable accommodation.

• Lead, plan, train and review the work of staff responsible for maintaining, repairing and overhauling mechanical engines and equipment on automobiles, buses and heavy equipment.
• Plan, direct, and participate in all aspects of mechanical maintenance and repair work including troubleshooting and repairing complex mechanical problems.
• Train assigned employees in their areas of work including proper maintenance work and safety methods, procedures and techniques.
• Supervise the use, care and operation of a variety of mechanical repair equipment including a machine lathe, grinders, voltage meters and welding equipment.
• Verify the work of assigned employees for accuracy, proper work methods, techniques, and compliance with applicable standards and specifications.
• Troubleshoot and repair a variety of electrical, engine, transmission and chassis problems on City automobiles, buses and heavy equipment; assign or perform necessary repairs.
• Test and repair components and equipment including alternators, distributors, relays, lights, switches, air conditioning systems and fuel injection systems.
• Perform a variety of welding and fabrication duties; perform vehicle frame and body welding; ensure structural integrity of such equipment.
• Perform safety inspections on assigned automobiles, buses and heavy equipment; identify safety hazards; make necessary repairs and adjustments to assure safe operation.
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
• Read and interpret blueprints and schematic wiring diagrams, hydrostatic systems and components.
• Estimate time, materials and equipment required for jobs assigned; requisition materials as required; distribute parts as necessary.
• May drive commercial class vehicles in the public right of way during delivery, pickup and road test.
• Deliver and pickup City automobiles, buses and heavy equipment from outside repair vendors.
• Perform emergency road calls on disabled vehicles, diagnose operational problems and perform repairs as required.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS

• Respond to public inquiries in a courteous manner; provide information within the area of assignment; resolve complaints in an efficient and timely manner.
• Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements

High school diploma or GED supplemented by two (2) years technical training in automotive maintenance and mechanical repair; Four (4) years experience in minor and major automotive maintenance and mechanical repair of a variety of vehicles and equipment.

Possession of valid ASE Certifications preferred.

Additional Requirements

• Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire.
• Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B) with a Passenger (P) endorsement within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Possession of an AC recovery and CNG fuel within six (6) months from date of hire.

Working Conditions

Environmental

Shop environment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases and heavy construction equipment.

Physical

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for moderate lifting and carrying, bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling and standing for prolonged periods; operating motorized equipment and vehicles.