Mechanic - Fleet Maintenance Division
General Overview of Position
The City of Kenosha is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Mechanic within the Fleet Division of the Public Works Department. This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants andwill establish aneligibility list which will be used to fill the current vacancies and may be used to fill any other openings in this classification which occur in the next twelve (12) months.
Under general supervision of a designated supervisor, performs skilled maintenance and repair work on City vehicles, light /heavy trucks, buses, streetcars, off-road equipment, turf tractors and various contractor's equipment. Incumbent also performs welding and fabricating as needed, and performs diagnostic testing on equipment and vehicles. Work is reviewed through conference and written reports for adherence to established policies and procedures. Performs other work as requested or assigned.
Normal operating hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. This position may work a temporary, second or third shift schedule beginning on or about December 1st until early March, depending upon weather conditions and snowfall levels.
Example of Duties & Responsibilities
Receives and completes work orders and repairs vehicles and equipment as assigned.
Records parts used, work completed and time spent on assignments.
Diagnoses problems and performs repairs to simple and complex hydraulic systems in all City equipment.
Performs troubleshooting, maintenance and repairs to air conditioning systems as required.
Performs welding and fabricating on vehicles, equipment and facilities as needed.
Performs complex troubleshooting and repairs on a wide range of equipment.
Diagnoses equipment and vehicle computer controlled systems with the use of a laptop computer or scanner.
Performs preventative maintenance in accordance with the equipment manufactures recommendations.
Repairs light and heavy, on-road and off-road equipment including 2 and 4-cycle engine equipment.
Tests vehicles and equipment after repair; ensures the cleaning and refueling of vehicles.
Responds to on/off road service calls; performs repairs as necessary; drives and operates a light duty and heavy duty wrecker.
Maintains inventory and records, orders parts for broken equipment, stocks parts and supplies.
Assists in snow and ice control activities.
Operates a fork lift for various tasks.
Performs other related duties as required.
NOTE: The duties listed above are intended as illustrations of the various types of work performed by persons in positions covered by this classification specification. This list is not all inclusive. The omission of a particular job duty does not mean that the duty is not one of the essential functions of the position. Management reserves the right to assign employees in this classification to duties not listed above, if the duties are fairly within the scope of responsibilities applicable to the level of work performed by employees in positions covered by this classification specification. This classification specification does not create an employment contract between the City and the employee and is subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and department change over time.
Requirements
Required Education, Training and
Experience:
Must be the age of 18 years or older.
High school diploma, HSED or GED;
Supplemented by three (3) years of experience in automotive or mechanical maintenance and repair work;
Or, an equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
Additional Requirements
Possession of a valid Class A/B/C commercial driver's license (CDL) with no restriction for air brake use and tank vehicle (N) endorsement.Hazardous materials endorsement is desired but optional.Incumbent may be given a specific period of time in which to obtain the proper endorsement(s) at the discretion of the department.
Valid, regular drivers license with a good driving record.
Ability to pass a criminal background, motor vehicle record review including DOT testing records from previous employer(s) and a post-offer physical.
Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
Knowledge of automotive gas, CNG gas and diesel mechanical, electronic, computer controlled systems, and electrical troubleshooting, repair and maintenance.
Basic knowledge of fluid power theory, diagnosis and operation in mobile and stationary systems.
Skilled in the use of shop tools and equipment.
Knowledge of safe work practices.
Ability to diagnose and perform routine and complex maintenance and repair on automobiles, trucks, buses, electric street cars, emergency vehicles and heavy equipment.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively and reasonably well with other employees and the general public.
Ability to handle reasonably necessary stress.
Physical Requirements:
Task involves the continuous operation of hand and power tools and the full range of shop equipment to very exacting tolerances, calling for full coordination of sensory and manipulative ability in order to achieve full production to acceptable standards.
Task may involve occasional heavy lifting or moving, but the emphasis is placed upon the coordination and manipulation skills.
Environmental Requirements:
Task requires that work be performed in adverse environmental conditions.
Sensory Requirements:
Task requires visual perception and discrimination.
Task requires color perception and discrimination.
Task requires depth perception and discrimination.
Task requires texture perception and discrimination.
Task requires sound perception and discrimination.
Task requires odor perception and discrimination.
Method of Selection
Applicant's education, training and experience will be analyzed. Written, oral and/or proficiency exams may be required to establish eligibility. Appointment to the position will be in accordance with City policy and the Civil Service Rules and Regulations. The City reserves the right to further evaluate only those applicants who best meet the needs of the City.
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
The City of Kenosha is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Mechanic within the Fleet Division of the Public Works Department. This recruitment is open to all qualified applicants andwill establish aneligibility list which will be used to fill the current vacancies and may be used to fill any other openings in this classification which occur in the next twelve (12) months.
Under general supervision of a designated supervisor, performs skilled maintenance and repair work on City vehicles, light /heavy trucks, buses, streetcars, off-road equipment, turf tractors and various contractor's equipment. Incumbent also performs welding and fabricating as needed, and performs diagnostic testing on equipment and vehicles. Work is reviewed through conference and written reports for adherence to established policies and procedures. Performs other work as requested or assigned.
Normal operating hours are 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Monday - Friday. This position may work a temporary, second or third shift schedule beginning on or about December 1st until early March, depending upon weather conditions and snowfall levels.
Example of Duties & Responsibilities
Receives and completes work orders and repairs vehicles and equipment as assigned.
Records parts used, work completed and time spent on assignments.
Diagnoses problems and performs repairs to simple and complex hydraulic systems in all City equipment.
Performs troubleshooting, maintenance and repairs to air conditioning systems as required.
Performs welding and fabricating on vehicles, equipment and facilities as needed.
Performs complex troubleshooting and repairs on a wide range of equipment.
Diagnoses equipment and vehicle computer controlled systems with the use of a laptop computer or scanner.
Performs preventative maintenance in accordance with the equipment manufactures recommendations.
Repairs light and heavy, on-road and off-road equipment including 2 and 4-cycle engine equipment.
Tests vehicles and equipment after repair; ensures the cleaning and refueling of vehicles.
Responds to on/off road service calls; performs repairs as necessary; drives and operates a light duty and heavy duty wrecker.
Maintains inventory and records, orders parts for broken equipment, stocks parts and supplies.
Assists in snow and ice control activities.
Operates a fork lift for various tasks.
Performs other related duties as required.
NOTE: The duties listed above are intended as illustrations of the various types of work performed by persons in positions covered by this classification specification. This list is not all inclusive. The omission of a particular job duty does not mean that the duty is not one of the essential functions of the position. Management reserves the right to assign employees in this classification to duties not listed above, if the duties are fairly within the scope of responsibilities applicable to the level of work performed by employees in positions covered by this classification specification. This classification specification does not create an employment contract between the City and the employee and is subject to change by the City as the needs of the City and department change over time.
Requirements
Required Education, Training and
Experience:
Must be the age of 18 years or older.
High school diploma, HSED or GED;
Supplemented by three (3) years of experience in automotive or mechanical maintenance and repair work;
Or, an equivalent combination of training and experience may be considered.
Additional Requirements
Possession of a valid Class A/B/C commercial driver's license (CDL) with no restriction for air brake use and tank vehicle (N) endorsement.Hazardous materials endorsement is desired but optional.Incumbent may be given a specific period of time in which to obtain the proper endorsement(s) at the discretion of the department.
Valid, regular drivers license with a good driving record.
Ability to pass a criminal background, motor vehicle record review including DOT testing records from previous employer(s) and a post-offer physical.
Required Knowledge, Abilities and Skills:
Knowledge of automotive gas, CNG gas and diesel mechanical, electronic, computer controlled systems, and electrical troubleshooting, repair and maintenance.
Basic knowledge of fluid power theory, diagnosis and operation in mobile and stationary systems.
Skilled in the use of shop tools and equipment.
Knowledge of safe work practices.
Ability to diagnose and perform routine and complex maintenance and repair on automobiles, trucks, buses, electric street cars, emergency vehicles and heavy equipment.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to work effectively and reasonably well with other employees and the general public.
Ability to handle reasonably necessary stress.
Physical Requirements:
Task involves the continuous operation of hand and power tools and the full range of shop equipment to very exacting tolerances, calling for full coordination of sensory and manipulative ability in order to achieve full production to acceptable standards.
Task may involve occasional heavy lifting or moving, but the emphasis is placed upon the coordination and manipulation skills.
Environmental Requirements:
Task requires that work be performed in adverse environmental conditions.
Sensory Requirements:
Task requires visual perception and discrimination.
Task requires color perception and discrimination.
Task requires depth perception and discrimination.
Task requires texture perception and discrimination.
Task requires sound perception and discrimination.
Task requires odor perception and discrimination.
Method of Selection
Applicant's education, training and experience will be analyzed. Written, oral and/or proficiency exams may be required to establish eligibility. Appointment to the position will be in accordance with City policy and the Civil Service Rules and Regulations. The City reserves the right to further evaluate only those applicants who best meet the needs of the City.
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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