Class Code: 09955
MECHANIC
SUMMARY: Under
general supervision, performs a variety of journey-level diesel mechanic and
related mass transit vehicle maintenance/repair work.
TASKS:
·
Diagnoses
problems with equipment and/or their sub-systems, which may include electrical,
hydraulic, engine, mechanical, drive train, brake, and/or other specialized
systems in order to determine the nature/extent of the repair needed, estimate
the parts needed, and/or provide information regarding the cost effectiveness
of repair versus replacement.
·
Rebuilds/repairs
a variety of equipment and/or equipment sub-systems, which may include diesel
engines, hydraulic systems, brakes, transmissions, electrical systems and
components, power-take-offs, pumps, cooling systems, air conditioning, and
drive lines, in order to cost-effectively extend the safe operating life of the
equipment, minimize equipment replacement, and/or minimize equipment down time.
·
Performs a
variety of minor equipment maintenance/repair, including replacing lights/lenses,
adding fluids, lubricating, making minor adjustments, inflating tires, and/or
replacing a variety of hoses in order to ensure safe operation of equipment,
minimize major repairs, and/or prevent damage to equipment, facilities, or the
environment.
·
Performs
preventive maintenance on a wide variety of public transit vehicles and other
specialized equipment in order to identify potential operating problems, extend
the safe operating life of the equipment, maintain warranty, ensure equipment
operates safely, and minimize repair costs.
·
Obtains needed
parts in order to facilitate maintaining/repairing equipment.
·
Performs related
work as required.
KNOWLEDGE,
ABILITIES AND SKILLS – REQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE: (Applicants
are expected to possess the required Knowledges, Abilities, and/or Skills
listed below prior to being hired for positions in this job title.)
·
Knowledge of operating principles for a variety of
diesel engines and their sub-systems.
·
Knowledge of general equipment operation
diagnostic/troubleshooting principles and procedures for a variety of public
transit vehicles and other specialized equipment.
·
Knowledge of general diesel engine tune-up
procedures.
·
Knowledge of established safety practices and
procedures for operating a variety of public transit vehicles and other
specialized equipment.
·
Knowledge of established safety practices and
procedures for operating a variety of public transit vehicles and other
specialized equipment.
·
Ability to read, understand, and follow technical
manuals regarding the operation/maintenance/repair of a variety of public
transit vehicles and other specialized equipment.
·
Ability to
interpret output from a variety of diagnostic tools/equipment.
·
Ability to
communicate effectively orally and in writing.
·
Ability to
operate a variety of public transit vehicles and other specialized equipment to
diagnose problems.
·
Ability to
repair/maintain a variety of public transit vehicles and other specialized
equipment.
- Ability to analyze problems and identify
possible solutions.
- Ability to serve the public and fellow employees
with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of
- Ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and
appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic
backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, ethnicity,
disability, sexual orientation, marital status or political affiliation.
KNOWLEDGE,
ABILITIES AND SKILLS – NOT REQUIRED AT TIME OF HIRE BUT EXPECTED TO BE
DEVELOPED ON THE JOB: (The
Knowledges, Abilities, and/or Skills listed below, although considered to be necessary
in order to perform the work of this job title, are not required at time of
hire.)
·
Knowledge of procedures for using a variety of
equipment testing/diagnostic tools/equipment.
·
Knowledge of appropriate maintenance/repair
procedures/techniques for a variety of public transit vehicles and other
specialized equipment.
·
Knowledge of general equipment parts terminology.
·
Ability to identify operating problems with a
variety of public transit vehicles, including by listening to the equipment
run.
·
Ability to evaluate data/information and make
decisions in accordance with established policies, procedures, guidelines, and
past experience.
DESIRABLE
TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE: Graduation from high school; two (2) years full time journey-level diesel
or heavy equipment maintenance/repair work;
ASE Certification as a Diesel Mechanic;
or any equivalent combination of
training and experience.
GENERAL
INFORMATION:
Bargaining Unit: Mass Transit
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Code of Ethics
Certification: No
Class Spec. Estab./Revised:
E 01/1991 R 06/2004