Job description

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• Phone: (305) 224-4460
• Fax: (305) 224-4479
• By Mail: City of Homestead, 100 Civic Court, Homestead, FL 33030

General Function:

Provides skilled mechanical work involving road resting, diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of refuse trucks, medium and heavy-duty trucks over 26,000 lbs., aerial equipment, generators, and large equipment. Work requires the exercise of independent judgment concerning the method of repair.

Reports To:

Fleet Manager & Shop Foreman

Supervisory Responsibilities:

None

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Diagnosis, repairs, and maintenance of a variety of gasoline, diesel, and alternative fuel equipment over 26,000 lbs., both on and off road.
• Remove, replace, repair, maintain, and diagnose components and/or complete assemblies that fall under the following categories:Engine (EX: Fluids, Water pump, belts, filters etc.)

Transmission & Transaxles (EX: Fluids, Valve body, connector etc.)
Manual Drive Tran & Axles (EX: Fluids, CV joints, Clutch etc.)
Suspension & Steering (EX: Fluids, Struts, mounts, Tires, etc.)
Brakes (EX: Fluids, Rotors, Pads, Module etc.)
Electrical (EX: Fuses, Harness, Bulbs, etc.)
Heating and Air-conditioning (EX: Freon, Evaporator, Condenser, etc.)
Performance (EX: Diagnosing of electrical emissions components and replacement of, etc.)
Diesel (EX: Fluids, Filters, Injectors etc.)
Hydraulic Systems (EX: Fluids, Cylinders, Valves, etc.)
Air Systems (EX: Air Chambers, Valves, etc.)

• Provides emergency road service to all municipal vehicles and equipment.
• Have welding experience with acetylene/oxygen, MIG, and TIG.
• Assembles hoses and other components as required.
• Keeps work area clean.
• Safely uses all types of power and hand tools, lifts, and jacks necessary in performing the task.
• Road tests before to verify concerns, then after assuring the repairs performed meet OEM standards and address the customer’s concern.

The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Qualifying individuals with disabilities may be provided reasonable accommodations to enable them to perform the essential functions.

Type of Appointment/Work hours:

• Full-time/Regular in-person position.
• Standard workweek, which is forty (40) hours of work per week consisting of five (5) days of eight (8) hours per day or four (4) days of ten (10) hours per day. The workday may be varied for the efficient delivery of public service.
• Will be required to work other than the standard workweek on occasion, including evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
• Will be required to work occasional overtime or shift assignments, if applicable.

Physical and Environmental Demands or Conditions:

The physical and environmental demands for this position have been listed on the last page of this description. Physical and environmental demands must be met to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this position.

Requirements:

• Must possess a high school diploma or its equivalency.
• Must have five (5) years of Medium / Heavy Duty and Large equipment experience as a Technician.
• One (1) to two (2) years of specific vocational preparation in Truck repair.
• Must have welding experience with acetylene/oxygen, MIG, and TIG.
• Must own tools to perform necessary repairs.
• Ability to comprehend written and verbal instructions.
• Must pass a mechanical aptitude test as determined by Fleet Manager.
• Must be certified and maintain certifications as required by local, federal, and state laws; this may include, but is not limited to testing required by specific agencies such as ASE (Automotive Service Excellence), Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling (MACS), FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency).
• Must possess a valid Florida Commercial Driver’s License with a class "A" or "B” endorsement with a clean driving record.
• Must pass a background screening process.

Core Competencies:

• Judgment - Sound decisions based on fact; uses logic to solve problems.
• Quality of Work - Performs work thoroughly, accurately, and professionally.
• Reliability - Timely and consistently completes assigned work; consistently reports to work and is punctual.
• Safety - Committed to ensuring a safe environment and complies with applicable safety standards.
• Technical Capability - Applies knowledge to identify issues and works to develop skills; demonstrates knowledge of techniques, skills, and equipment.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance:

• The employee must successfully pass a background screening process and must comply with the Drug-Free Workplace policy.
• The City will also verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired so the proper completion of Form I-9 is required, which includes the employee providing documents evidencing identity and employment authorization.

All of the above information is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. This description is not intended to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $28.48 - $29.91 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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