Mechanic

City of Blaine; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Blaine is seeking an Equipment Maintenance Technician to perform preventative maintenance and major repairs on heavy equipment used in city operations, including trucks up to 50,000 GVW, tractors, and construction equipment.

You will inspect machines, diagnose issues, fabricate parts, weld, maintain records, and coordinate with parts dealers. A strong mechanical background and willingness to work overtime are required.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of welding procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of automotive servicing procedures.
• Knowledge of engine repair procedures.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures.
• Knowledge of recordkeeping procedures.
• Knowledge of safe work practices.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical repair manuals.
• Ability to maintain and repair vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to detect and diagnose vehicle and equipment malfunctions.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance activities.
• Ability to maintain records.
• Ability to operate computers and applicable software applications.
• Ability to communicate and interact with coworkers and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs, including major overhauls, on equipment such as trucks up to 50,000 GVW and construction equipment.
• Perform major service work on multiple systems (fuel, hydraulic, electrical, exhaust, suspension, steering, braking, drive train, transmission).
• Fabricate parts using metal fabrication and welding techniques.
• Install electrical accessories in City-owned equipment.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Assist in gathering information for parts and new equipment specifications.
• Prepare repair orders accurately for each job.
• Perform minor body and fender work and welding as required.
• Recommend repair or replacement of parts or units.
• Test drive repaired equipment on public roads as needed.
• Stay informed about new maintenance techniques and practices.
• Work overtime, shift changes, or on-call as required.
• Remain knowledgeable of lubrication standards and city fleet maintenance.
• Assist in maintaining parts inventory and ordering.

Skills

Equipment knowledge

Welding procedures

Automotive servicing

Engine repair

Preventive maintenance

Recordkeeping

Safe work practices

Manual reading

Vehicle repair

Diagnostics

PM programs

Documentation

Computers/software

Communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Vo-Tech certificate

ASE Certification (desirable)

Tools

Diagnostic equipment

Diesel engine diagnostics

Job description

The first level of the Equipment Maintenance Series is responsible for performing skilled work involving preventative maintenance and mechanical repair of heavy equipment. Responsibilities may include: inspecting machines for maintenance needs; determining and conducting appropriate maintenance, repair or replacement work; and operating applicable equipment and tools. These examples are intended only as illustrations of various types of work performed and are not necessarily all inclusive. The job description is subject to change as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

• Performs repairs, including major overhauls, on all types of equipment such as trucks up to 50,000 GVW, farm type tractors, all types of construction equipment used in the construction and maintenance of streets and parks, and all other City vehicles.
• Performs major service work on fuel, hydraulic, electrical, exhaust, suspension, steering, braking, drive train and transmission systems.
• Fabricates parts, mountings, and other accessories using metal fabrication and welding techniques and practices.
• Installs electrical and other type accessories in City-owned and operated equipment.
• Maintains work area and tools in clean and workable fashion.
• Contacts parts dealers and/or equipment dealers to obtain information regarding parts or equipment on a limited basis as needed. Assists in gathering information for new equipment or specification development for the purchase of new equipment.
• Prepares an appropriate repair order form for each job assigned in a complete and accurate manner.
• Performs minor body and fender work, welding and/or prefabricating as required.
• Recommends repair or replacement of parts and/or entire equipment units as may be justified.
• Test drives repaired City trucks and other pieces of equipment on public roads as needed.
• Remains knowledgeable of new developments and new innovations in equipment maintenance and parts design and provides input regarding methods by which new techniques and new practices could benefit City operations.
• Responsible for working overtime, shift changes, emergency call outs, or to be on call as necessary or assigned. Normal working hours: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM.
• Remains knowledgeable of oil and lubrication standards, and lubrication requirements for the City vehicle fleet.
• Assists in maintaining parts inventory, ordering of replacement parts and accessories.
• Performs snow plowing duties when necessary.
• Remains knowledgeable of current computer-aided diagnostic equipment and its proper uses.
• Remains knowledgeable of and is able to implement and carry out preventative maintenance programs.
• Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.

• Knowledge of applicable equipment and tools.
• Knowledge of welding procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of automotive servicing procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of engine repair procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of preventive maintenance procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of recordkeeping procedures and processes.
• Knowledge of safe work practices.
• Knowledge of operating applicable tools and equipment.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical repair manuals.
• Ability to maintain and repair vehicles and equipment.
• Ability to detect and diagnose vehicle and equipment malfunctions.
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance activities.
• Ability to maintain records.
• Ability to operate computers and applicable software applications.
• Ability to communicate and interact with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

Minimum Requirements

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent.
• Previous experience within the last eight years to include:
  1. One year of experience utilizing computer-aided diagnostic equipment or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
  2. Five years’ on-the-job experience in automotive, truck, equipment, or small engine repairs or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills and abilities; and,
  3. Two years demonstrated experience in general heavy truck repair for commercial fleet operations, including trailer repair, diesel engine system diagnostics and preventative maintenance or equivalent combination of relevant education and experience that demonstrates the required knowledge, skills and abilities.
• Valid Minnesota Class A Commercial Driver’s License or ability to obtain within six months of employment. All associated costs will be covered.
• Valid DOT Vehicle Inspector Certifications or ability to obtain within nine months of employment. All associated costs will be covered.
• Valid EPA HVAC Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Certification or ability to obtain within nine months of employment (ADE, MACS or equivalent). All associated costs will be covered.

Desirable Requirements

• Nine-month vo-tech training certificate in automotive, heavy equipment and/or small engine repair.
• Automotive Service of Excellence (ASE) Certification.
• One year of experience in heavy equipment repair.

Supervision of Others

• N/A

Physical Requirements

• Positions in this class typically require: climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing and repetitive motions.
• Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of forces constantly to move objects.
• Incumbents may be exposed to hazardous physical conditions, such as, mechanical parts, electrical currents, and vibrations; and atmospheric conditions, such as fumes, odors, gases, and poor ventilation.

Conditions of Employment

Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a physical exam, drug test, background check, clearinghouse registration and verification, and reference check.

Applicant Advisory

The position description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and the requirements of the job change.

The City of Blaine is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.