Fleet Mechanic II

An employee in this class will be responsible for performing preventative maintenance on the Town’s equipment and vehicles, completing paperwork; and diagnosing, repairing, servicing, and maintaining heavy- and light-duty vehicles and equipment.

• Diagnoses, repairs, services, and maintains heavy- and light-duty vehicles and equipment; determines need for repair or replacement of components; determines in-house serviceability or need for external vendor repair; replaces tires; repairs or rebuilds hydraulic valves, wiring systems, brakes, suspension, electrical systems, and/or specialty equipment; performs road calls for field equipment repairs.
• Performs preventative maintenance of vehicles and equipment; maintains mileage records; prepares and maintains maintenance schedules; inspects and tests maintenance and repair work to ensure quality levels and completion.

• Maintains inventory levels in stockroom and reconciles inventory counts; issues parts and supplies from stockroom; obtains vendor quotes and requisitions parts and/or services; may monitor reports and order fuel; verifies invoice accuracy upon receipt; may assist in commissioning new and decommissioning surplus equipment and completing condition statements.
• Generates and tracks work orders; monitors service time and expedites repairs as needed; documents work activities; enters system data, noting labor and supplies used.
• Assists with operation of shop and completion of related paperwork; communicates with customers regarding vehicle and equipment issues; provide supervisory coverage when needed.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Skill in supporting the Town’s fleet service operations.
• Ability to review maintenance reports to complete maintenance repair requests.
• Ability to collaborate with internal customers to establish priorities and address concerns and issues.
• Ability to perform spot inventory checks to verify accuracy of records and documentation.
• Ability to make decisions on inventory levels and purchasing decisions.
• Ability to prioritize work orders in all shops and perform quality control checks.
• Ability to adhere to preventative maintenance schedules as set forth by the Department.

Graduation from high school or GED and two (2) years of maintenance experience related to vehicle fleet services and/or heavy equipment, or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. 

Special Requirements

• Valid North Carolina Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL-B) or the ability to obtain a certification within the probationary period of employment
• Successful participation in at least one leadership training opportunity
• ASE certifications preferred

Physical Requirements

Work in this class is defined as heavy work requiring physical exertion of in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Employee must perform physical activities such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, walking, standing, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, feeling, talking, and hearing. Employee must have the visual acuity to visually inspect small defects or parts, operate or inspect machines and earth moving equipment, use measurement devices, and determine the neatness and accuracy of work assigned. Employee must have the stamina to work for extended periods including in emergency situations.

Working Conditions

Work is performed primarily in outside environmental conditions including extreme heat and cold with snow and ice. Employee is subject to noise which may require the employee to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level. Employee is subject to vibration, such as exposure to oscillating movements of the extremities or whole body, and is also subject to workplace hazards including proximity to moving mechanical parts or exposure to chemicals, oils, and fuels. 

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Disclaimer

This classification specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to perform the job. The Town of Wendell reserves the right to assign or otherwise modify the duties assigned to this classification.

This is a safety sensitive position, subject to pre-employment and random drug screens.