Fleet Mechanic I

Performs skilled work in the repair and maintenance of varied types of trucks, heavy equipment, and accessories. On occasion, performs skilled and semi-skilled work in the repair and maintenance of automobiles. Performs related work as required.

1. Performs a variety of troubleshooting diagnostics and preventative maintenance [PMs] repairs. Maintains a variety of light and heavy-duty trucks, heavy construction equipment, automobiles, their accessories, and other equipment such as air compressors, mowers, and spray equipment.
2. Performs major repairs on gasoline and diesel engines; transmissions; differentials; drive units; brakes; suspension systems; cooling systems; fuel systems; instrumentation; electrical systems; hydraulic systems; accessory power equipment.   Removes, repairs, replaces, and rebuilds engines, carburetors, ignition systems and other components of trucks and heavy equipment.  Performs skilled and semi-skilled repairs on automobiles, such as tune-ups, removing, repairing and/or replacing water pumps, fan belts and brakes.
3. Repairs and alters equipment using welding and cutting equipment.
4. Instructs Fleet Mechanic Helper in the repair and maintenance of trucks, heavy construction equipment, their components, other equipment, and automobiles.
5. Records time on work records, requisitions parts, and recommends the ordering of parts, tools, and equipment.  May maintain inventory records on automotive parts, lubricants, wheels, and tires.
6. Performs emergency road service and related field repairs.
7. Cleans surfaces such as metal, wood and glass for spray and letter painting, paints, stripes and letters construction and automotive equipment.

• Six (6 ) months of on-the-job experience with the City of Flint
• OR
• Minimum of one(l) year of full-time experience performing heavy equipment and mechanical repairs. 
• OR 
• Two (2) years of apprenticeship in heavy-duty mechanical equipment
• OR
• An associate's degree (or an equivalent number of coursework hours) in Automotive Technology and two (2) years of experience as a Mechanic.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENT(S):

• Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Michigan Driver's License.
• Possession and maintenance of a valid State of Michigan CDL with class B endorsement OR the ability to obtain within one (l) year of appointment.
• Certification as a Specialty Mechanic in at least 2 of the first 6 categories of heavy-duty truck repair as defined by the State of Michigan (Categories include Engine Repair-Gasoline, Engine Repair Diesel, Drive Train, Brakes & Braking Systems, Suspension & Steering Systems, and Electrical Systems.) OR equivalent qualification/certification in a branch of the United States Military Service (copy of DD-214 must be provided as proof of qualification).
• Possession of basic hand tools as defined by the agreement between City of Flint and Local 1600 AFSCME.
• Ability and willingness to continue to pursue additional State of Michigan Heavy Duty Truck Repair Specialty Certifications to become a State of Michigan Certified Heavy Duty Truck Mechanic ll.

Failure to maintain the minimum required certifications may result in disciplinary action up to and including discharge.

• Considerable knowledge of the design, operation, and repair of light and heavy-duty gasoline and diesel equipment, hydraulic systems, and accessory power equipment.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical defects and ability to determine parts and adjustments necessary to put equipment into proper operating condition.
• Ability to meet physical, visual, and mental standards of the job.
• Ability and willingness to work in a manner that will not needlessly endanger the safety to oneself, other persons, and equipment.