Mechanic (Fleet)

City of DeSoto; DeSoto (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

City of DeSoto is seeking a Vehicle Technician to prepare and service city vehicles and equipment. The role includes preventive maintenance, diagnostics, and corrective repairs in a full-service automotive shop.

You will maintain records, assist with tire and lube tasks, and perform other duties as assigned. Qualified candidates have an Associate's degree or equivalent training, a valid driver’s license, and knowledge of automotive systems and safety practices.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or equivalent training, education, and/or experience.
• Knowledge of automotive technology and safety procedures.
• Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and service vehicles and equipment, including preventive maintenance and repairs.
• Maintain the shop and related equipment; complete service calls and corrective repairs.
• Inspect parts for damage, diagnose issues, and complete preventive maintenance activities.
• Disassemble and replace parts; test and reassemble vehicles and equipment as needed.
• Prepare new vehicles for service with required equipment and fixtures; keep records of work performed.
• Maintain organized work areas and assist with general shop cleanup.

Skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Microsoft Office

Education

Associate's degree or equivalent training

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Our Core Values

• We LOVE DeSoto
• L- We lift up our community
• O- We takeownershipof our collective performance
• V- Wevalueand respect all employees
• E- We empower employees to grow

The purpose of this position is to prepare and service vehicles and equipment. This is accomplished by preparing vehicles and equipment for service; completing preventive maintenance; maintaining the shop and related equipment; making service calls; and completing corrective repairs. Other duties include tire and lube technician tasks and maintaining records of all work performed.

• Maintains safe and efficient operation of vehicles and equipment by inspecting parts for damage, wear, and proper operation; diagnosing damage or malfunctions; completing preventive maintenance activities; and completing repairs
• Estimates repairs by determining and calculating costs of parts, materials, or equipment required; submitting estimates for purchase; and ordering as appropriate
• Repairs vehicles by disassembling, replacing, testing and reassembling parts and equipment
• Prepares new vehicles for service by installing special equipment and fixtures; completing specialized requests; and ensuring vehicles and special equipment are in proper order and functional
• Maintains work area by stacking tires; cleaning tools and equipment; inspecting tools and equipment for damage and wear; completing minor maintenance and repairs; and assisting with general shop cleanup; and
• Performs other assigned duties.

• Associate's degree
• Or equivalent training, education, and/or experience;
• Valid Driver's License

• Knowledge of City policies and procedures;
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite;
• Knowledge of the methods, materials, tools, and standard practices of modern automotive technology;
• Knowledge of hazards and standard safety precautions related to full-service automotive shops;
• Skill in the maintenance and operation of major automotive systems such as electric, mechanical, heating and cooling pneumatic, and/or electronic, and typical causes of system malfunctions;
• Skill in working within a full-service automotive shop;
• Skill in communicating effectively both orally and in writing;
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with changing goals and priorities; and
• Ability to establish and maintain working relationships with City administration, otheremployees, and the general public.