Listing Summary

JOB SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for supervising and performing repair and maintenance work on city vehicles and equipment.

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Performs a variety of engine diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures on City vehicles and equipment.
• Performs engine, exhaust, electrical, transmission, and brake repairs on a variety of diesel and gasoline-powered vehicles and equipment.
• Conducts scheduled preventive maintenance functions, including checking the condition and operation of batteries, tires, lights, transmissions, exhaust systems, and brakes.
• Performs preventive maintenance by checking antifreeze, belts, batteries, brakes, lights, hydraulic systems, tires and safety equipment on a variety of gasoline- and diesel-powered equipment, including vans, sedans, bulldozers, motor graders, front-end loaders, backhoes, tractors, dump trucks, and mowing tractors.
• Performs corrective maintenance procedures on heavy equipment, including hydraulic, electrical, pneumatic, and various degrees of engine repair.
• Performs vehicle and equipment maintenance procedures such as tune-ups, oil and filter changes, and heating and air conditioning repair.
• Performs emergency roadside repairs on vehicles as necessary; may troubleshoot equipment failures at job sites; changes and repairs tires.
• Performs repair and maintenance work on a variety of small engine equipment such as mowers, weed eaters, and chainsaws.
• Maintains inventory control and orders parts and supplies as needed.
• Maintains the shop and assigned tools; performs housekeeping duties.
• Assigns and supervises the work of shop personnel.
• Maintains all vehicle and equipment maintenance records; completes service logs.
• May operate heavy equipment as needed.
• Attends department meetings and training sessions as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Public Works Director assigns work in terms of departmental goals and objectives.  Work is reviewed through conferences, reports, and observation of departmental activities.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

The Foreman has direct supervision over personnel assigned to the Shop/Garage if applicable.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with the completion of specialized training in the occupational field, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.  Ability to read, write, and perform mathematical calculations at a level commonly associated with the completion of high school or equivalent.  Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver's license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

This class specification should not be interpreted as all inclusive. It is intended to identify the major responsibilities and requirements of this job. The incumbent may be requested to perform job-related responsibilities and tasks other than those stated in this specification.