MECHANIC I ( Light, Medium and Heavy Duty )

City of Houston; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ASE/EVT Certification Pay (up to $5,-?

Evening/Nightshift Incentive Pay (Up $

Job summary

The City of Houston's Fleet Management Operations division seeks qualified automotive technicians to perform preventive maintenance and repairs on a range of vehicles and equipment at garages and off-site locations.

A high school diploma is required, with one year of automotive/diesel/heavy-equipment experience or vocational training. Must furnish own hand tools and hold a Texas Class C license; CDL may be required within six months.

Qualifications

• High School degree, GED or equivalent.
• Ability to read and understand service, repair, and parts manuals, mechanical diagrams, safety and hazardous materials communications.
• Basic math and computer skills required.
• One-year experience in automotive, diesel and/or heavy-equipment maintenance/repair with a focus on automotive systems is required.
• Or one-year of full-time, specialized vocational education in automotive, diesel, and/or heavy equipment such as off-road vehicles.
• Valid Texas Class C upon hire.
• Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 6 months of employment.
• Must furnish own hand tools.
• May be required to achieve Emergency Vehicle Technician certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs preventive maintenance activities to vehicles and equipment including oil and filter changes, servicing of lubricant and fluid levels, component wear inspection, and systems checks.
• Responds to limited complexity reports of operational/condition issues with vehicles and equipment. Performs systems testing and diagnostics to determine cause, and course of repair action.
• Replaces failed vehicle and equipment components of limited complexity.
• Rebuilds vehicle and equipment components of limited complexity as needed.
• Performs vehicle body and paint repairs of limited complexity as well as component upfit and make ready.
• Services vehicles and equipment as needed at garages and at off-site locations.
• Orders parts and updates/completes work orders according to standard operating procedures.
• Uses tools and equipment such as electronic and mechanical diagnostic equipment, tire changers, bench grinders, pressure washers, hoists, jacks, and a variety of hand and power tools.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment. Performs housekeeping duties. Observes environmental and hazardous material procedures. Works safely and follows all safety procedures.
• Must furnish own hand tools.

Job description

Applications Accepted From

ALL PERSONS INTERESTED

Division

Fleet Management Operations

Reporting Location

Various*

Workdays & Hours

Various* (may require working weekends, holidays and day and evening shifts)

*Subject to change

Our Mission

The mission of the Fleet Management Department is to provide the City of Houston with the best value fleet management services.

Our Vision

The vision of the Fleet Management Department is to be recognized as the best managed fleets in the country.

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs preventive maintenance activities to vehicles and equipment including but not limited to oil and filter changes, servicing of lubricant and fluid levels, component wear inspection, and systems checks.
• Responds to limited complexity reports of operational/condition issues with vehicles and equipment. Performs systems testing and diagnostics to determine cause, and course of repair action.
• Replaces failed vehicle and equipment components of limited complexity.
• Rebuilds vehicle and equipment components of limited complexity as needed.
• Performs vehicle body and paint repairs of limited complexity as well as component upfit and make ready.
• Services vehicles and equipment as needed at garages and at off-site locations.
• Orders parts and updates/completes work orders according to standard operating procedures.
• Uses tools and equipment such as electronic and mechanical diagnostic equipment, tire changers, bench grinders, pressure washers, hoists, jacks, and a variety of hand and power tools.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment. Performs housekeeping duties. Observes environmental and hazardous material procedures. Works safely and follows all safety procedures.
• Must furnish own hand tools.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time.

There are routine exposures to significant levels of heat, cold moisture, air pollution, chemical gases, and substances. The position may involve periodic exposure to chemical substances and physical trauma of a minor nature such as cuts, bruises, and minor burns.

MUST FURNISH OWN TOOLS AND SAFETY SHOES.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS

High school degree, GED or equivalent.

Ability to read and understand service, repair, and parts manuals, mechanical diagrams, safety and hazardous materials communications. Basic math and computer skills required. Basic problem-solving skills.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

One-year experience in automotive, diesel and/or heavy-equipment maintenance/repair with a focus on automotive systems is required.

Or

One-year of full-time, specialized vocational education in automotive, diesel, and/or heavy equipment such as off-road vehicles.

LICENSE REQUIREMENTS

Valid Texas Class C upon hire.

Class A or B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 6-months of employment. Must comply with the City of Houston's policy on driving.

May be required to achieve Emergency Vehicle Technician certification.

SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED

The selection process will involve application review and interview. The department may administer skills assessment test.

SAFETY IMPACT POSITION

Yes

If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.

SALARY INFORMATION

Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.

Pay Grade: 11

Additional Salary Incentives

• ASE/EVT Certification Pay (up to $5,200 annually)
• Evening/Nightshift Incentive Pay (Up to $3,000 annually)

Preference for eligible veteran applicants

Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6.

EOE Equal Opportunity Employer

The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.