City of Peoria Arizona Human Resources Department

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City of Peoria
Job Description
 
8401 West Monroe, Suite 110 Peoria, Arizona 85345 (623) 773-7100 Fax (623) 773-7149

 
Mechanic Assistant



GENERAL PURPOSE

Perform preventive maintenance and repair of a wide variety of equipment including mowers and generators.


DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS

This is an entry-level job classification in the Mechanic series.


SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED

Receives general supervision from supervisory or management staff. Receives technical and functional supervision from the higher level maintenance staff. Exercises no supervision.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform preventive maintenance on a variety of generators, blowers, golf carts, and electric mowers
• Accurately determine mechanical repair needs
• Remove and replace wheels, tires and tubes; rotate tires to insure proper wear, as required
• Grease and lubricate equipment; service batteries and other parts
• Inspect equipment and vehicles for loose or worn parts, hydraulic leaks and exhaust leaks; bring needed repairs to the attention of appropriate personnel
• Steam cleans equipment and related mechanical parts
• Assist vehicle maintenance personnel on complex tasks or heavy bulk assignments; perform minor repairs/replacement of parts on automotive equipment, and minor machine shop duties under direct supervision
• Pick up and deliver equipment where needed
• Operate hoist and forklift trucks for loading and unloading equipment
• Maintain a variety of shop and repair records
• Perform related duties, as assigned


REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
High School Diploma or GED. Possession of, or the ability to obtain a valid Arizona commercial driver’s license, Class “B” within 6 months from the date of hire. Possession of 2 A.S.E. certificates or the ability to obtain within one (1) year after date of hire. A minimum of one (1) year experience in the repair or replacement of tires, automotive or truck maintenance.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
A minimum of two (2) years experience in the repair/replacement of heavy truck tires. A minimum of two (2) years of experience in preventive maintenance and maintenance in automotive and heavy truck. Additional training/courses in related fields.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS
The physical and mental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by employees to perform the essential functions of this class successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this class, employees will exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Position is subject to noise and/or vibration. Position is subject to hazards: Proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, exposure to chemicals, etc. Position is subject to atmospheric conditions: Fumes, odors, dusts, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt


Revised: 08/06










 


 

City of Peoria Arizona an Equal Opportunity Employer

DURING THE SELECTION PROCESS, ANY APPLICANT REQUIRING ACCOMMODATION FOR A DISABILITY SHOULD ADVISE THE HUMAN  RESOURCES DEPARTMENT.

Employment Hotline (Voice Only): 623-773-7105
Human Resources (Voice/TDD): 623-773-7100

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8401 West Monroe St, Suite 110 - Peoria Arizona 85345 - (623) 773-7100 - Fax (623) 773-7149

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