Basic Purpose:

To provide inspection, preventive maintenance, and repair of an entire fleet of vehicles such as automobiles, small and large trucks, 18 wheelers, forklifts, and heavy equipment.

Dimensions:

The fleet consists of approximately 350 vehicles to include automobiles, small and large trucks, 18 wheelers, forklifts, and heavy equipment.

Nature and Scope:

The Mechanic Level I will inspect automobiles, trucks, 18 wheelers, flatbed trucks, heavy equipment and other vehicles to determine the extent of needed repairs. The incumbent must know how to use diagnostic equipment to troubleshoot and test in order to arrive at a correct diagnosis. Once determination of problem is made, the Mechanic I will schedule and, with minimal instruction, perform the work necessary to affect such repairs, which may include working on gasoline, diesel, and propane engines, repair cooling, fuel, electrical, and exhaust systems using diagnostic tools as needed.

The incumbent will perform preventative maintenance as needed to improve the condition and performance of the fleet. The Mechanic I will maintain records of all maintenance performed.

This incumbent will consult with the Mechanic II or Supervisor if problems are encountered that require more expert analysis.

The incumbent will keep work area clean and maintain the Garage area as needed. As requested by supervisor, incumbent may perform other related duties.