METS MECHANIC

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METS MECHANIC

Job Summary
To make minor and major mechanical repairs to gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles.
 
DUTIES
·        Inspect, diagnose and locate mechanical difficulties on City buses, automobiles, trucks and a variety of diesel and gasoline powered maintenance vehicles.
·        Diagnose, maintain and repair electrical systems components, ignition systems, computers, alternators, generators, starters and batteries.
·        Diagnose, maintain and repair and recondition hydraulic systems and high-pressure water systems, including pumps, valves, rams, hoses and motors.
·        Diagnose, maintain and repair high pressure air systems, including rebuilding pumps, valves, cylinders and hoses.
·        Diagnose and repair front and rear drive axles, drive train components, belts, gears, chain drives and propeller shafts.
·        Replace or repair faulty parts including wheel bearings, clutches, oil seals, shock absorbers, exhaust systems, steering mechanisms and related parts and equipment.
·        Overhaul, repair and adjust engines, transmissions, differentials and clutches.
·        Tune up engines by replacing ignition parts and reconditioning and adjusting carburetors, throttle body and port fuel injection systems and propane fuel systems.
·        Repair and replace components such as generators, distributors, relays, lights, switches and high voltage light systems.
·        Repair, adjust and replace brake systems including wheel cylinders, master cylinders, disc pads, machine drums and rotors, hydraulics and air brakes.
·        Weld, fabricate and assemble parts and equipment for City automotive and heavy equipment; fabricate, modify and repair body and chassis parts.
·        Install public safety equipment on City vehicles including light bars, insignias and numbers, radios and antennas.
·        Maintain and repair or recondition truck and trailer mounted pesticide and herbicide chemical sprayers.
·        Repair chain saws, weed eaters, trimmers, blowers, edgers and pressure washers.
·        Weld, braze, solder and cut steel, stainless steel and aluminum by torch, electric arc, mig welder and plasma cutter.
·        Coordinate with other departments for the repair of equipment including catch basin grates, weld pipe joints and supports and playground equipment.
·        Maintain and repair shop equipment including hoist, grinders, welders, compressors, steam cleaners and presses.
·        Assist in the purchasing of equipment, maintenance parts and materials.
·        Maintain work, time and material records.
·        Assist other mechanics in the performance of mechanical repairs as required.
·        Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE
·        Knowledge of tools, equipment and procedures used in the overhaul, repair and adjustment of gas- and diesel-powered equipment.
·        Knowledge of procedures of preventative maintenance related to automotive, heavy and light construction equipment.
·        Knowledge of principles and procedures of hydraulic systems, high pressure air systems and high-pressure water systems.
·        Knowledge of operating and repairing characteristics of a wide variety of automotive, light and heavy equipment used in city government.
·        Knowledge of operation and care of internal combustion engines and hydraulic equipment.
·        Knowledge of methods, materials and equipment and tools used in routine welding and fabrication work. 
·        Knowledge of safe work practices.
·        Ability to perform journey level equipment mechanical work including the diagnosing, troubleshooting, fabricating and repair of equipment.
·        Ability to accurately determine mechanical repair needs and estimate time of repairs.
·        Ability to use a variety of equipment maintenance tools and equipment.
·        Ability to maintain a variety of shop and repair records.
·        Ability to read and understand various manuals, blueprints and schematics.
·        Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions.
·        Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.

Experience
Two years of journey level experience performing minor and major equipment repair duties including experience in the maintenance of both diesel and gas-powered equipment.
 
Training
Formal or informal education or training which ensures the ability to read and write at a level necessary for successful job performance including specialized training in maintenance and repair of gas and diesel-powered equipment.
 
License or Certification
Possession of Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake and passenger endorsements.
Possession of or ability to obtain journey level certification in equipment repair.
 
WORKING CONDITIONS
Shop environment: lifting, climbing and stooping; exposure to dust, grease and noise.
 

Position : 1603013

Code : 1-26

Type : INTERNAL & EXTERNAL

Location : METROPOLITAN TRANSIT SYSTEM

Posting Start : 02/24/2026

Posting End : 12/31/9999