Auto Mechanic

City of St. Joseph•St. Joseph, MO

About The Position

Repairs heavy and medium duty equipment, including motor graders, wheel loaders, excavators, and Class 1-8 trucks; specialty equipment, including street sweepers, slurry seal trucks, Vacuum sewer basin cleaners, and paint striping machines, and all other motorized equipment for the department. Assists in removing, repairing, replacing, fabricating, and installing parts on two cycle and small engine and to internal combustion gasoline and diesel engines for various applications. Ability to fabricate tools and equipment and weld. Assist other mechanics in the installation of transmissions, rear ends. Preforms light electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic repairs. Performs preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment. Performs repairs, inspections and replacement of tires. No supervisory or budgetary responsibilities.

Requirements

Skills in basic and advanced mechanics, auto electrical heating and cooling.
Skills in welding, cutting, grinding and fabrication.
Knowledge of mechanical engine operations and repair procedures.
Ability to troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and make necessary repairs.
Valid Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement required within 3 months of employment.
Missouri Safety Inspector’s Mechanic Permit required within the first 180 days of employment.
Required to be on-call and/or carry a pager to respond to emergencies as needed.
High school diploma or equivalent required or must be able to obtain within 6 months.
Passing of a drug screening required prior to appointment.

Nice To Haves

One to three years prior experience in related field preferred.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoots, removes and replaces defective parts in vehicles and equipment.
Welds and cuts metals and parts.
Fabricates various devices and pieces of equipment.
Operates and maintains various shop power tools including hoists, band saws, drill presses, torches, hydraulic hose splicer, etc.
Cleans shop and/or work area.
Orders parts and materials needed for repairs.
Handles service calls and makes repairs in the field as necessary.
Assists other mechanics as needed.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Maintains the inventory of filters, fluids and tires.