Mechanic

Under the Direction of the Street Superintendent, this position performs a variety of repairs and maintenance tasks on vehicles and equipment (both gasoline and diesel) for Public Works and Utilities Departments. The mechanic is expected to recognize and correct problems on all types of machinery. Work is performed independently. This position is required to plow snow and perform salt runs.The following duties and responsibilities are not to be construed as exclusive or all-inclusive. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned and required.

• Repairs machinery and equipment or recommends repairs by outside vendors
• Preforms preventative maintenance on vehicles (greases fittings, changes filters and oil, etc.)
• Winterizes vehicles and equipment
• Assists in ordering and maintaining inventory of parts and supplies
• Set up any new equipment
• Recording keeping, such as, service records, fleet reports, and work orders
• Ability to diagnose issues and determine repairs needed
• Maintain clean and safe work environment
• Knowledge of electrical systems and diagnostics
• Repairs and replaces electrical systems such as wires, starters, alternators, regulators, and generators
• Maintains saws, generators, pumps and small engines
• Operates plow truck, with wing and salter during snow removal operations
• Welding of equipment as required or assigned
• Conduct safety inspections as needed
• Perform general shop and tool maintenance
• Perform duties as a general driver/laborer, as needed
• Other duties as assigned

Education and Training:

• Completion of a high school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Associate degree in Diesel and Heavy Equipment Mechanics or related field, preferred. 
• Previous experience as a mechanic and training in automotive repair or a related field, or any equivalent combination of experience and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities, including experience in maintaining and repairing heavy gasoline- and diesel-powered vehicles.
• Must possess a valid Wisconsin driver’s license. 
• Must possess a Wisconsin Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). 
• Must reside within 15 miles of the City of Plymouth. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of personnel practices and procedures.
• Ability to work in partnership with other public works staff.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Locates and repairs defects in automotive equipment. 
• Diagnoses mechanical failures. 
• Estimates time and materials needed in order to complete a job. 
• Exercises safety precautions necessary in the operation of a vehicle maintenance shop. 

Work requires physical strength and agility necessary to perform heavy manual labor under all kinds of weather conditions. Work activities may include one or a combination of the following physical demands: reaching, pushing, pulling, crawling, climbing, manual dexterity, sitting, standing and walking and the ability to lift 50-100 pounds routinely. Work also requires the ability to see, hear and smell in order to detect problems and be responsive to customer, team member and personal safety. Must be able to work under stressful conditions.
The work environment characteristics 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. Seasonal workers risk physical hazards from working in and around traffic, heavy machinery and heights. Exposure to noise, landscape maintenance chemicals and fertilizers, hazardous and toxic materials, fumes, gases and odors are routine. Work requires the ability to foresee and prevent safety problems. Work must also follow appropriate safety procedures with the use of protective clothing and equipment including, hard sole shoes, hard hats, eye/ear protection, rain gear, gloves, traffic control equipment as directed.

Disclaimer: The job description has been prepared to assist in evaluating various classes of responsibilities, skills, and working conditions. It indicates the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position. It is not intended as a complete list of specific duties and responsibilities. Nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under supervision. Nothing contained herein is intended or shall be construed to create or constitute a contract.