Mechanic I

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF WORK

This position is responsible for maintaining and repairing a fleet of vehicles for an assigned area. Responsibilities may include determining repair needs; performing various repairs; and maintaining equipment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(These duties are a representative sample; position assignments may vary.)

• Performs inspections, checks, and tests to determine repair needs of engine, electrical, brake, heating, axle, suspension, and related components of trucks, automobiles, equipment, and engines.
• Repairs engine, electrical, brake, heating, axle, suspension, and related components of trucks, automobiles, equipment, and engines.
• Performs standard welding and cutting of push bars, mounts, and related vehicles and equipment.
• Maintains tools and equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Performs data entry, work orders, electronic diagnosis, and shop operation input.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance, including attendance at required meetings.

This job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

KNOWLEDGE:

• Methods of repairing trucks, automobiles, and specialized equipment;
• Applicable tools and equipment;
• Safe work methods;
• Methods of inspecting trucks, automobiles, and equipment;
• Standard welding principles.

SKILLS:

• Performing various repairs;
• Performing inspections;
• Using tools and equipment;
• Utilizing communication and interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, the general public, and others sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require: climbing, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Incumbents may be subjected to mechanical parts, fumes, gases, inadequate lighting, and intense noise.

EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING/LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

Associate's degree; or, High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) and 2 years of related experience; or, all required certification(s); or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver's License Class B or Class A TIP at time of application (must obtain Class A CDL with Air Brake Endorsement within six months of hire)
• At time of application must have a minimum combination of any 6 valid State of Michigan or ASE Automotive or Heavy Truck Repair Certifications.
• Must be certified in and maintain 1, 2, and 4 automotive areas and 3, 6 and 1 or 2 heavy truck areas by the State of Michigan and/or equivalent certification by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) within 12 months of hire. (see next page)
• Fork Lift Operator Certification (must obtain within six months of hire)