Lead Mechanic

City of Albuquerque; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 48,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Albuquerque seeks a lead mechanic to supervise and perform complex maintenance on city automobiles and heavy equipment. You will train staff, plan repairs, and ensure safety during all mechanical operations.

The role includes diagnosing engine and electrical issues, supervising equipment use, and coordinating parts and materials for jobs. Weekend/shift work and CDL requirements may apply depending on assignment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required or equivalent.
• Technical automotive training and several years of repair work.
• Experience leading and training a team of technicians.

Responsibilities

• Lead and review work of staff on engines and equipment.
• Plan and participate in complex mechanical maintenance and repairs.
• Train staff on maintenance and safety practices.
• Supervise use of repair equipment like lathes and welders.
• Verify accuracy and safety of work performed.
• Troubleshoot electrical, engine and chassis problems on city assets.
• Repair components such as alternators and relays.
• Perform welding and fabricate to ensure structural integrity.
• Conduct safety inspections and address hazards.
• Read blueprints and wiring diagrams for repairs.
• Estimate time and materials for jobs; requisition parts.
• May perform service writer duties as needed.
• May drive commercial vehicles for deliveries and road tests.
• Deliver and pick up city vehicles from vendors.
• Respond to emergency road calls and diagnose issues.

Skills

Leadership

Training

Supervision

Troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Education

High school diploma or GED

Two years technical automotive training

Four years automotive experience

Tools

Lathe

Grinders

Welding equipment

Voltage meters

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; train assigned employees in their areas of work including proper maintenance work and safety methods, procedures and techniques and 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

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Essential functions may include but are not limited to the functions listed below. Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job 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 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 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 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.
• Perform the duties of a service writer as required for assigned positions.
• May drive commercial class vehicles in the public right of way during delivery, pickup and road test.
• Deliver and pickup City automobiles 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

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

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

Additional Requirements

• Possession of a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B).
• Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Possession of an AC recovery and brake repair certification within six (6) months from date of hire.
• Required to work weekends/holidays/odd days off/shift work

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.