MECHANIC

h2About the Department/h2ppThis position serves as an entry level mechanic in the performance of maintenance and repairs of gas, and diesel power equipment.  The work schedule may be modified to reflect the public’s demand for transportation service, which will change the need for vehicle maintenance. This position will require the maintenance of all city vehicles not just transit vehicles./ppstrong**This position has been classified as a safety sensitive position and is subject to our drug testing policy to include pre-employment, random, reasonable suspicion and post-accident for the following prohibited substances: marijuana, amphetamines, opioids, phencyclidine (PCP), and cocaine, as well as any drug not approved for medical use by the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration or the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.**/strong/p/ph2Position Duties/h2pulliRepair hydraulic systems including repair or replacement of hoses, pistons, seals pumps./liliRepairs all types of brake systems on light to heavy duty equipment including replacing worn out brake shoes or discs, repairs to master cylinders, etc./liliPerform basic welding fabrication of the welding of bumper, braces, clutch rods, construction equip blades./liliDiagnose problems to determine best, most cost effective feasible way to repair equipment with existing parts tools, improving repair methods when no standard exists./liliPerform mechanical maintenance and repairs on both gasoline and diesel power engines./liliRepair gear boxes on heavy equipment, replacing gears, bearings, shafts, etc./liliMake road calls to perform minor and major repairs on equipment or tow as necessary./liliPerform major tune-ups for a wide variety of equipment./liliProvide both written and oral reports to the Superintendent and Certified Mechanic./liliAssist other Departments with tasks when instructed by the Superintendent./liliOperate hydraulic hose crimping machine, front-end alignment, air condition reclaimer, vacuum pump, 2 4 post hoist, all air impact equipment, wheel balancer, fuel injection tune-up kit, tire break down machine for cars and break down machine for large truck tires./liliIn the absence of the Equipment Service Worker, must perform all duties for this position./liliPerform basic low voltage electrical repairs./liliMust have the ability to use all shop power tools equipment, grinder, drill press, cutting torch and brake lathe./liliMust be able to drive various vehicles and equipment./liliWhen instructed, wash and clean designated city vehicles./liliWork under the supervision of Certified Mechanic/liliAssists other employees in the performance of their duties./liliIn coordination with supervisors, assist to manage transit vehicle maintenance to enable the public transportation system to meet the demand during expanded service hours./li/ul/ph2Minimum Qualifications/h2ppstrongMinimum Qualifications/strong/pulliHigh School Diploma or a GED./liliOne (1) year of specialized schooling and technical training in automotive and diesel engines./liliTwo (2) years of hands-on experience in automotive vehicles, light and heavy trucks as well as heavy equipment and diesel engine maintenance. /liliSix (6) months of hands-on and technical schooling and training in hydraulic systems and repairs or troubleshooting hydraulic systems./lili One (1) year of technical training and hands-on experience in automotive electrical repairs and troubleshooting and on-board computer systems and diagnostic work./li/ulpstrongLicenses and Certificates/strongstrong /strong/pulliMust poses a valid New Mexico Commercial Driver's license./li/ulpstrongKnowledge Skills and Abilities:/strong/ppstrongKnowledge of:  /strong  /pulliGasoline and diesel engines, automotive A/C, computer modules, hydraulics, and brakes on both vehicles, large trucks, and equipment./li/ulpstrongSkills in:/strong  /pulliSafe operation of small equipment; operates tire bailer, skid steer, louder, and other various hand tools such as brooms, paint brushes, saws, hammers, hoes and shovels./li/ulpstrongAbility to/strongstrong:   /strong/pulliPerform functions with minimal supervision; understand and follow basic safety precautions, rules and regulations, establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationship with others./li/ul/ph2Other Qualifications/h2ppstrongPhysical Requirements/strong/pulliModerately heavy work involving frequent standing, walking, balancing, bending, stooping, crouching, kneeling and squatting; pushing, pulling and lifting items weighing up to 100 pounds./li/ulpstrongWorking Conditions/strong/pulliRegular attendance is an essential function of this job to ensure continuity of services.  /liliPosition is subject to drug testing in accordance with applicable State and Federal regulations and City of Clovis policies.  /liliEssential duties are predominantly performed indoors with exposure to all types of weather conditions.  /liliEmployee is exposed to airborne particles, potentially toxic and/or caustic chemicals, and extreme temperatures, travel from site to site, work around traffic and heavy construction equipment.  /liliUse of safety shoes, glasses and other equipment is required/li/ul/p