Fleet Mechanic

Posting number: 02933

Department: Public Works

Division: 43-000 PW Fleet Administration

Job classification: Fleet Mechanic

Posting type: Open

Categories: Fleet Services, Public Works, Vehicle Maintenance, Maintenance, Automotive

Summary

Veterans' Preference Applies

EEO Statement

The City of Delray Beach does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability, marital status, family status or sexual orientation in employment or the provision of services

Non-Smoking

The City of Delray Beach is a Non-Tobacco Workplace. The City will not consider applicants who have used tobacco or nicotine products for a period of at least three months prior to application for employment. The definition of "tobacco or nicotine products" includes but is not limited to, cigarettes, cigars, chewing tobacco, pipes, snuff, e-cigarettes and nicotine patches or gum.

Skilled work in the general and major repair of cars, trucks and other City equipment. Work is performed under general supervision.

Pay commensurate with qualifications and experience
Bonus of up to 15% based on current certifications held

Fleet mechanics who obtain three (3) Automotive Service Council (ASE) Certifications shall receive a bonus of five percent (5%) of gross pay per pay period.

An employee who obtains a total of six (6) ASE certifications shall receive a total bonus of ten percent (10%) of gross pay per pay period.

Upon obtaining ten (10) ASE Certifications an employee shall be paid the ASE Incentive of fifteen percent (15%) of gross pay per pay period.

Examples of duties

The following duties are normal for this position. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the classification if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment for this classification. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Perform mechanical and service work on all City vehicles, trucks and other equipment such as: front ends; four wheel brake job; tire replacement/repair; electrical repair; tune-ups; carburetors/FI repairs; drive train repairs; diesel repair/minor/service.
• Pick up and deliver vehicles to various vendors.
• Repair parts on vehicles and equipment.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or possession of an acceptable equivalency diploma.
• At least four (4) years mechanical experience in the automotive/truck repair
• Completion of mechanical school or accredited technical school completion.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS OR REGISTRATIONS

• Must possess a valid Florida Driver’s License with a good driving record.

• Must possess a Class B, CDL, with air brake endorsement or obtain it within six (6) months of the hiring date.

• ASE Certification in truck or automotive repair preferred.

Knowledge of construction, assembly, adjustment and maintenance of a wide variety of automotive, truck and equipment. Knowledge of all types of shopping tools. Ability to follow directions and have a mechanical aptitude. Ability to repair diesel motors and pumps. Ability to diagnosis the defects of worn or broken parts on engines. Ability to perform tune-ups; electrical, brake, air conditioning, cooling system, exhaust system repairs; front end and clutch repairs; pumps and related equipment maintenance. Skill in applying methods and techniques in the use of automotive or diesel repairs.

(A comparable amount of training, education or experience can be substituted for the minimum qualifications.)

It is the policy of the City of Delray Beach that persons having a CDL and participating in activities regulated by DOT are subject to drug testing and alcohol testing. The Omnibus Transportation Employee Testing Act of 1991 requires alcohol and drug testing of safety-sensitive employees inaviation, motor carriers, railroad, and mass transit industries. Provisions of this policy are based upon said Act and the relevant federal regulations applicable to the Act. As a condition of employment, The City of Delray Beach reserves the right to require all employees having a CDL and performing safety-sensitive activities regulated by DOT, to submit at any time to drug and/or alcohol testing to determine the presence of prohibited substances.

The abilities expected of all employees include being able to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies, be appropriately groomed and attired so as to present a professional image in accordance with the organization's mission, goals, and policies; report for work promptly and properly prepared at the time and place required by the assignment or orders; notify the appropriate supervisor of intended absences in accordance with stated rules; conform with standards and rules regarding use of accrued time; demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the public; operate and care for equipment to manufacturer's specifications and/or within the specified parameters; demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the public and colleagues.

A comparable combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position, may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.

Supplemental information

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL SKILLS:

Acceptable eyesight (with or without correction). Acceptable hearing (with or without hearing aid). Heavy (45 pounds and over) lifting and carrying. Reaching, Climbing, Pulling, Pushing, Walking, or Standing. Distinguish colors. Crawling, Kneeling, Bending, Balancing, toping, Driving Equipment Operation.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Works inside. Works outside in various weather conditions with noise, dust, fumes, grease or oils, electrical energy. Slippery surfaces. With moving objects or vehicles.

SELECTION GUIDELINES: Formal application, rating of education and experience; oral interview and reference check; job related tests might be required. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement with the employer, and requirements of the job change