Performs inspections, maintenance and minor and major repairs on automotive and related equipment.

Note: The following duties are illustrative and not exhaustive. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. Depending on assigned area of responsibility, incumbents in the position may perform some or all of the activities described below.

• Troubleshoots and determines repairs for various types of vehicles and equipment.
• Makes minor and major repairs to vehicles or equipment including disassembling, replacing and/or overhauling mechanical systems.
• Operates various types of vehicles as required to complete proper maintenance.
• Instructs and assists lower level mechanics.
• Maintains preventative maintenance program.
• May perform welding, minor body repairs and painting.
• Completes maintenance reports and records.
• Performs other related duties as required.

• Working knowledge of the materials, tools and methods used in the repair, maintenance and servicing of a variety of vehicles and equipment such as automobiles, trucks or lawn maintenance equipment.
• Working knowledge of troubleshooting and diagnostic techniques and methods.
• Working knowledge of parts requirements including ordering and recording.
• Knowledge of auto body repair techniques and methods.
• Skill in locating and correcting defects in mechanical equipment.
• Skill in the use of shop tools.
• Ability to supervise the work of others.
• Ability to operate motorized equipment.
• Ability to read technical manuals and specifications.
• Ability to prepare, maintain and track maintenance records.
• Ability and willingness to work in a subtropical climate under adverse weather conditions and high noise level.
• Ability to climb, stoop, kneel, and crouch at ground level.
• Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle.

Note: Minimum Qualifications MUST be attained before the recruitment ending date.

	Application Screening (Civil Service Office)
	Performance Exam, if required (Civil Service Office)
	Written Exam, if required (Civil Service Office)
	Establish List (Civil Service Office)
	Department Selection Interviews (Hiring Agency)
	Background Investigation (Hiring Agency)
	Job Offer (Hiring Agency)

VETERANS' PREFERENCE:  Preference will ONLY be entitled upon initial appointment for eligible veterans and eligible spouses of veterans. Documentation to support entitlement to preference MUST be provided at the time of application.