POSITION SUMMARY

Classification will examine, diagnose, inspect, repair, replace, and rebuild mechanical and electrical components of general automotive, diesel, and heavy-duty equipment and fire apparatus. Provide technical assistance to all other mechanics as needed. Perform service calls as needed.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES SUMMARY

1. Perform servicing functions to include oil changes, greasing, lubrication; repair, replacement, rotation and balancing of tires; replacement of batteries, and drive belts on county vehicles, on road & off-road trucks, equipment, & fire apparatus. 
2. Respond to vehicle and equipment service calls from county fleet operators to include fire personnel and heavy equipment operators.
3. Perform other preventive maintenance functions such as transmission, power steering and coolant flushes. Check brake systems, and repair windshields. Perform other required vehicle maintenance checks documenting all work assignments.
4. Conduct vehicle inspections, diagnose, repair, and replace vehicle components such as bulbs, emergency lighting, batteries, headlights, equipment cutting blades as required.
5. Deliver fuel to County equipment at County authorized job sites.
6. Perform cosmetic repairs such as bumper strengthening and vehicle decal installation, replacement and removal.
7. Diagnose, service and repair drive train and hydraulic systems including the repair of hydraulic cylinders, repacking of seals and other hydraulic work.
8. Analyze automotive electrical circuits for various defects.
9. Analyze, test, service, repair, and replace complete heating and air-conditioning systems.
10. Inspect, service, repair and replace complete front and rear-end suspensions.
11. Service, repair, and replace complete brake systems and perform major engine tune-ups.
12. Inspect, service, diagnose, repair, and replace complete exhaust, fuel injection and carburetor systems.
13. Conduct in-depth emissions system diagnosis and repairs.
14. Diagnose, repair, and replace major components such as water pumps, fire pumps, starters, alternators, and generators.
15. Perform complete engine repair or replacement. Perform in and out of frame overhauls.
16. Diagnose, adjust, repair, and replace complete fuel management systems. 
17. Diagnose, repair, and replace complete transmission systems and components.
18. Fabricate, weld, and repair a variety of equipment and devices.
19. Perform service and repair of emergency vehicles; Fire Apparatus and/or Ambulances.
20. Master Mechanic’s in the General Fleet shop, perform emission testing.
21. Perform other job-related duties as required or assigned and assist all other levels of mechanics as required.

*The above information on this job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties and responsibilities required of all employees assigned to this job.

1. High school diploma or GED, plus five (5) years mechanic experience that may include one (1) year vocational training in the automotive field obtained from a post-secondary institution and must maintain either a Master ASE Mechanic certification in Automotive or a Master ASE Mechanic Certification in Medium/Heavy Truck.

SCREENING AND COMPLIANCE 

The offer of this Bernalillo County position requires compliance with the following:

1. Employee must successfully complete the post-offer employment medical examination.
2. Employee must comply with the safety guidelines of the County.
3. Employee must keep work area clean and safe in accordance with OSHA requirements.
4. Employee must possess a valid New Mexico driver’s license. Must retain license while employed in this position.
5. Incumbent, as a condition of employment, must maintain their current Master ASE Mechanic Certification in automotive or their current Master ASE Mechanic Certification in Medium/Heavy Truck.

WORKING CONDITIONS

1. Duties may be performed indoors or outdoors.
2. Indoor duties are performed in a temperature-controlled environment.
3. Employee is exposed to natural weather conditions when diagnosing repairs in the field,
4. Indoor duties are performed on an even, cement surface. Surfaces are typically dry.
5. Outdoor surfaces include natural ground, asphalt, or concrete.
6. Work hazards or potential work hazards include: the use of cranes, hoists, cutting torches, welders, drill press, grinders, drills, jacks, solvents, battery acid, moving machinery parts.
7. Employee is exposed to battery acid, solvents, oil, diesel, gasoline, carburetor cleaner, antifreeze, grease, transmission fluids, cleaners, electric motor and brake cleaner and fire retardants.

EQUIPMENT, TOOLS AND MATERIALS

1. Employee may be required to own roll around, lockable toolbox with complete set of hand and air tools (at least ½” drive) needed to perform the job requirement.
2. Employee uses the following equipment: general hand tools, computer analyzer, brake lathe, bench grinder, compressor, electric and gas welders, tommy lift, floor jacks, tire jack, related safety equipment, telephone, computer, radio, facsimile machine, internet, and photocopier.
3. Employee handles paperwork and basic office supplies when performing administrative or record keeping duties.
4. Employee handles the above-mentioned materials and substances.