This position is subject to the City of Hobbs’ Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy which includes one or more of the following: pre-employment testing, post accident testing, random testing, reasonable suspicion testing, return to duty testing and follow-up testing.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Graduation from high school or GED equivalent required.
Must have a degree in Automotive/Diesel Tech or a related field with a minimum of three years of experience in automotive maintenance, heavy duty or industrial equipment.
May substitute degree requirement with specialized training in mechanics plus five years of experience in maintenance management of automotive, heavy duty or industrial equipment and small engine repair.
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:
Knowledge of construction, disassembly, assembly, adjustment and maintenance of a wide variety of auto, truck, maintenance and construction equipment.
Knowledge of gas and diesel engines, drive train, brakes, suspension and steering, electrical/electrical equipment, HVAC systems, preventive maintenance, inspections, etc.
Knowledge of computers, systems, and programs used in automotive service and repair.
Basic knowledge of hydraulic circuitry, cylinders and motors.
Ability to perform and carry out an on-call schedule.
Ability to operate a variety of hand, power and pneumatic tools to repair light to heavy-duty equipment. Ability to operate a hydraulic press and drill press.
Ability to perform welding and metalworking projects on equipment.
Ability to read and comprehend schematics.
Ability to work independently and to complete daily activities according to work schedule.
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing.
Ability to understand, follow and transmit written and oral instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with all City department personnel and general public.
LICENSING AND CERTIFICATIONS
Valid state issued driver’s license.
Possess a valid State issued driver’s license with CDL Class A endorsement or ability to obtain within 18 months of hire.
Must possess and maintain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification or through a reputable distributorship (i.e. Cummins, CAT, etc.) or have the ability to obtain ASE Certification within 18 months in the following areas.
1. Engine Repair
2. Engine Performance
3. Brakes
4. Electrical and Electronic Systems
5. Two additional elective fields
SUPERVISION RECEIVED
Works under the broad policy guidance and direction of the Fleet Manager.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to smell, talk or hear, and reach with hands and arms from a standing position. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, kneel and use hands and fingers to handle feel or operate objects, tools or controls. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, stoop, crouch or crawl.
The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move heavy objects 100 pounds (must utilize team lift) or more. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here 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.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and equipment and outside weather conditions. The employee frequently works in high, precarious places, confined spaces, and is frequently exposed to adverse weather conditions, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to blood borne pathogens and the risk of electrical shock.
The noise level in the work environment is loud.
