Mechanic

Under the daily supervision of the Lead Mechanic, the employee performs repair and reconditioning of automotive equipment such as automobiles, trucks, 2 cycle engines, and other specialized gasoline or diesel-powered equipment. Inspects transmissions, universal joints, and differentials.Performs cleaning, repairing, and adjusting of carburetors. Inspects and replaces spark plugs, ignition points, distributors, coils, generators, lights, and batteries. Inspects, repairs, and adjusts other parts as required. May be required to manually service equipment with exposure to gasoline, diesel, oil, and grease.

Performs the maintenance and repair of heavy equipment.

Performs emergency road service to equipment outside of garage.

Creates and maintains maintenance records and reports.

Performs welding and fabrication of equipment.

Performs other related job duties as required.

Conducts test drives of vehicles as required.
[These essential job functions are not to be construed as a complete statement of all duties performed. Employees will be required to perform other job-related marginal duties as required.]

• Knowledge of construction, assembly, adjustment, and maintenance of a wide variety of auto, truck, maintenance, and construction equipment.
• Knowledge and ability to utilize all types of related mechanic shop tools.
• Knowledge of proper handling of chemicals related to mechanical repair.
• Knowledge of and ability to follow safety policies and procedures.
• Ability to repair diesel motors and pumps.
• Ability to diagnose worn or broken parts on engines and equipment.
• Ability to perform tune-ups, electrical, brake, air conditioning and cooling system, and exhaust system repairs; perform front end and clutch repairs. Repair pumps and related equipment.
• Skilled in applying methods and techniques to effectively execute automotive and diesel repairs.
• Ability to follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic typing and computer skills (using email, preparing reports and work orders).
• Ability to use computerized inventory and fleet management software.

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
• Minimum one (1) year experience employed as a mechanic.

LICENSES, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATIONS:

• Must possess and maintain a valid State of Florida Class B commercial drivers license with air brakes endorsement and no restrictions or ability to obtain within the time limit set by Town.
• Must have Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Brakes and Engine Repair Certification or be able to obtain within one (1) year from date of employment.

[A comparable amount of training, education or experience may be substituted for the above minimum qualifications.]