MECHANIC

City of Forest Park; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Annual Leave

Sick Leave

Holidays

Job summary

City of Forest Park's Fleet Department is seeking a full-time Fleet Mechanic to perform general mechanical repair work on emergency vehicles, including fire trucks, aerial platforms, rescue and police vehicles, trucks, light equipment, engines, and generators.

Work includes examining vehicles to determine repairs, conducting diagnostic testing, consulting with drivers for input, removing or replacing parts, and coordinating warranty work with local dealers.

Qualifications

• Experience performing mechanical repairs on fleet vehicles.
• Ability to read repair manuals and diagnostic data.
• Knowledge of emergency vehicle systems (engines, brakes, electrical) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform general mechanical repair work on emergency vehicles (fire trucks, police vehicles, etc.).
• Examine vehicles to determine repair needs and conduct diagnostic testing.
• Consult with drivers to obtain input, assess body damage, and determine parts required.
• Coordinate warranty work and outsourced repair with local dealers or service providers.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Diagnostic testing

Electrical systems

Job description

Public Works Dept.

Full Time

Deadline: Until Filled

This position involves working in the City of Forest Park's Fleet Department. Performs general mechanical repair work on emergency vehicles; such as fire trucks, aerial platforms, rescue and police vehicles, trucks, light equipment, heavy machinery, gasoline/diesel engines, generators, or other automotive /mechanical equipment.

Examines vehicles to determine necessary repair or maintenance work: conducts diagnostic computer testing; consults with drivers or equipment operators to obtain input on problems, assist in diagnosing problems, or prevent future problems; assesses body damage to vehicles; determines parts/supplies necessary to conduct repairs.

Performs appropriate repair, removal, replacement, rebuilding, or maintenance work on vehicle/equipment systems and components: removes or replaces brakes, brake pads, wheels, steering components, shocks, transmissions, vehicle cylinder heads, differentials, suspension springs, starters, alternators, water pumps, thermostats, radiators, flywheels, fuel injectors, or other components; removes or replaces engines, engine parts, and engine gaskets; checks engine timing and performance; turns, replaces, or resurfaces rotors/drums; replaces rings, bearings, and universal joints; repairs/replaces clutches; repairs or rebuilds carburetors and generators; adjusts, repairs, or relines brakes; inspects, cleans, and paints wheels/rims; performs front end alignments; replaces fuel pumps and injection pumps; repairs emergency generators; repairs air conditioning systems and recovers refrigerant; installs, removes, repairs or replaces doors, lifts, seats, radios, lights, windows, mirrors, or emergency sirens; repairs aerial ladder systems, pumps, cameras, recording systems, and customized electrical systems on fire/police emergency vehicles/equipment; installs decals and logos on vehicles as appropriate.

Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with repairing, maintaining and testing vehicles and equipment, which may include a motor vehicle, utility truck, backhoe, tractor, etc. Coordinates warranty work and outsourced repair/maintenance work with local dealers, garages, or other service providers. E.O.E.

Health/Dental Insurance: Employee coverage is paid for by the City of Forest Park. Family coverage is $13.00 per week.

Vision Insurance: Employee coverage is paid for by the City of Forest Park. Family coverage is $2.50 per week

Life Insurance: Employee coverage is paid for by the City of Forest Park $20,000

Annual Leave: 12 Equivalent days per year

Sick Leave: 12 equivalent days per year

Holidays: 10 paid holidays per year