Mechanic I

Valdosta Police Department; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Full time

Job summary

The Valdosta Police Department is seeking a Mechanic responsible for the repair and maintenance of city vehicles and equipment. This includes troubleshooting malfunctions, performing corrective maintenance on trucks and heavy machinery, and ensuring records are up-to-date.

The ideal candidate should have a thorough knowledge of vehicle repair methods and safety principles, along with skills in operating various types of equipment. The position offers a competitive hourly wage of $18.86.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of methods, tools, and equipment for vehicle maintenance.
• Knowledge of safety principles in the workplace.
• Skill in safe operation of various vehicles and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and diagnose malfunctions in vehicles.
• Perform corrective maintenance on heavy equipment.
• Maintain vehicle and equipment maintenance records.

Skills

Knowledge of vehicle repair methods

Skill in hydraulic and electrical test equipment

Skill in cutting and reshaping metals

Skill in prioritizing and planning

Job description

Description

This position is responsible for participating in the mechanical repair and maintenance of city vehicles and equipment.

• Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions in a variety of vehicles, equipment, and trucks.
• Performs corrective maintenance on heavy equipment and trucks, including diesel engines.
• Repairs brake, HVAC, transmission, electrical, steering, exhaust, instrumentation, and other system repairs.
• Performs field repairs as needed.
• Repairs or replaces tires.
• Acquires parts and equipment needed for the successful repair and maintenance of equipment.
• Installs prisoner cages in law enforcement vehicles.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Completes required reports and maintains vehicle and equipment maintenance records.
• Performs related duties.

Requirements

• Knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment utilized in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures, and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of oils and lubricants needed for different makes of equipment.
• Knowledge of small engine equipment repairs.
• Knowledge of diesel and heavy equipment maintenance and repair principles.
• Knowledge of work safety principles.
• Skill in cutting and reshaping metals in the fabrication of parts.
• Skill in the operation of hydraulic and electrical test equipment.
• Skill in the safe operation of tire equipment.
• Skill in the operation of a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in problem-solving.
• Skill in prioritizing and planning.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

Salary

$18.86/hour