Mechanic I

An exciting career path is waiting for you at the City of Portsmouth! You may be eligible for a $1500 sign on bonus upon completion of one year's employment as the Mechanic I GENERAL STATEMENT OF JOB Under general supervision, this position maintains, inspects, diagnoses and repairs all gas, diesel, hydraulic and electrical automotive equipment and vehicles. Reports to Mechanic Supervisor. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS Inspects and performs preventive maintenance and services a variety of gas, diesel, hydraulic and electrical equipment and vehicles; uses a variety of testing procedures and equipment to diagnose problems; replaces, repairs and/or rebuilds defective or worn parts and systems to restore vehicle and equipment to good working condition. Troubleshoots, diagnoses, repairs, and performs adjustments or replacements on a variety of components and systems such as major engine, transmission, cooling, suspension, hydraulic, air conditioning, power steering and electrical systems. Performs routine minor maintenance such as changing tires, timing, adjusting and lubricating vehicles. Performs routine checks and preventive maintenance on equipment; identifies and reports equipment malfunctions; cleans equipment as needed. Test drives vehicles to ensure proper working conditions; completes work orders and parts order forms. Inspects, sets-up and otherwise prepares new vehicles and equipment to be placed in service. Prepares documentation of maintenance activities such as repairs, parts used, cost and other required information. Performs other related work as required. Individual assignments will be determined by supervisor based on current workload and department needs. PERFORMANCE INDICATORS Knowledge of Job : Has some knowledge of the tools, materials and supplies used in the repair and maintenance of a variety of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles. Has some knowledge of the operation of motorized equipment. Has some knowledge of the methodologies and procedures of testing, diagnosing and repairing vehicles and equipment. Has some knowledge of the occupational hazards and proper safety precautions for the various types of assigned work. Has general knowledge of the principles of internal combustion and diesel engines and hydraulic systems. Is skilled in the use of a variety of hand and power tools. Is able to determine causes of faulty operations of gasoline and diesel-powered engines and to determine necessary corrective actions. Is able to understand and interpret oral and written instructions. Is able to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments. Quality of Work: Maintains high standards of accuracy in exercising duties and responsibilities. Exercises immediate remedial action to correct any quality deficiencies that occur in areas of responsibility. Maintains high quality communication and interacts within department and division, and with co- workers and the general public. Quantity of Work: Maintains effective and efficient output of all duties and responsibilities as described under "Essential Job Functions." Dependability: Assumes responsibility for doing assigned work and meeting deadlines. Completes assigned work on or before deadlines in accordance with directives, city policy, standards and prescribed procedures. Accepts accountability for meeting assigned responsibilities in the technical, human and conceptual areas. Attendance: Attends work regularly and adheres to city policies and procedures regarding absences and tardiness. Provides adequate notice to higher management with respect to vacation time and time- off requests. Initiative and Enthusiasm: Maintains an enthusiastic, self-reliant and self-starting approach to meet job responsibilities and accountabilities. Strives to anticipate work to be done and initiates proper and acceptable direction for completion of work with a minimum of supervision and instruction. Judgment: Exercises analytical judgment in areas of responsibility. Identifies problems or situations as they occur and specifies decision objectives. Identifies or assists in identifying alternative solutions to problems or situations. Implements decisions in accordance with prescribed and effective policies and procedures and with a minimum of errors. Seeks expert or experienced advice and research problems, situations and alternatives before exercising judgment. Cooperation: Accepts supervisory instruction and direction and strives to meet the goals and objectives of same. Questions such instruction and direction when clarification of results or consequences are justified, i.e., poor communications, variance with city policy or procedur