JOB To provide general maintenance to City vehicles in support of the operating activities. EXAMPLE OF DUTIES Reads work orders and maintenance forms to ascertain the condition of vehicles, application of maintenance modifications and general maintenance.
Diagnose and isolate cause of malfunction in vehicle to be repaired.
Interprets and applies information contained in manufacturers' manuals, lube orders and other data relevant to the maintenance of vehicles.
Adjusts operating mechanisms such as valves, tappets, carburetors, governors, ignition systems, points, central linkage, clutches and brakes, using feeler gauges, dial indicators, special gauges and templates
Times magnetos, distributors, injectors, and injection pumps, using timing pins and lights
Replaces subassemblies, components and accessories, such as starters, fuel pumps, carburetors, generators, radiators, universal joints, brake shoes, engine mounts, low pressure lines and fittings
Instructs and assists lower skilled personnel in maintenance practices and procedures.
Operates wrecker or service trucks
Observes all job-site safety regulations
May be required to work overtime
Must be able to completely tear down and reassemble such components as engines, DIFF, TRAN, pumps, starters, gen, hyd, cyl.
Will be held responsible for tools/equipment supplied by the City
Performs related duties as assigned SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION Work is performed primarily in an automotive garage; however, there is some exposure to various outside weather conditions. Incumbent is exposed to constant noise a well as dust/dirt, asbestos, fumes, smoke, gases, greases, oils, electrical energy, vibrations, and solvents. May work on slippery surfaces, around machinery with moving parts, around moving objects/vehicles, hands in water or wet material. Incumbent works primarily alone and hours are generally specific. Unusual fatigue factors exist with these conditions.
