Fleet Maintenance Mechanic at City of Benbrook in Benbrook, Texas

Job Description:

Fleet Maintenance Mechanic

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES Perform scheduled preventative maintenance and makes all necessary repairs to automobiles, trucks, off road equipment, Police vehicles, Fire trucks, Ambulances and power tools. Perform diagnostics and repair work on gasoline, diesel and propane powered engines at off-site locations and at the shop. Diagnose, repair, and maintain hydraulic systems, air conditioning systems, electrical, air brakes and hydraulic brakes, steering and suspension, and transmissions. Operate vehicles and equipment to aid in diagnostics; pick up and deliver vehicles and parts. Install emergency equipment for emergency vehicles. Fabricate and weld to repair equipment as necessary. Maintain accurate records on all maintenance and repair work performed. Inventory, order and control tools, supplies and materials for garage; research, compare, and locate parts, equipment, and vehicles. Clean and maintain the garage area and equipment. Assume duties of the supervisor in his absence; perform other duties as required.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES Perform a variety of duties in diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing vehicles, equipment and components. Inspect automotive, emergency and public works equipment to locate mechanical defects, to diagnose mechanical, electrical and hydraulic problems and to determine corrective procedures. Perform a variety of welding work and estimate time and materials needed for work. Use various hand and power-driven shop tools. Maintain a variety of shop and repair records, prepare clear and accurate reports. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION Qualified applicant shall possess High School diploma or GED. Possession of valid Texas Class “B” driver’s license or ability to obtain this license within 90 days of employment. Minimum 5 years’ experience in Fleet maintenance and repair field. Must possess ASE Certification and willingness to obtain ASE Master Certification status in both automotive and medium truck. Must have Certification in refrigerant recovery and recycling. Proof of all other related training received. 

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS: Employees of the City receive paid medical, life and dental insurance, optional dependent insurance at employee expense; retirement plan; sick leave and vacation leave benefits; paid holidays; credit union and optional deferred compensation plan.

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