Job Description

Summary

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This requisition expires on January 10, 2026, but may close earlier if the position is filled prior to the expiration date.

Responsible for performing work of mechanic within the Fleet Department to properly repair and maintain gasoline and diesel-powered cars, trucks and other various types of equipment. Performs functions ranging from prioritizing duties to participating in repair and maintenance functions necessary to completing assigned tasks.

Essential Functions and Other Important Duties

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Essential Functions:

Diagnoses, installs, services and maintains the City's fleet of vehicles/equipment including mechanical, electrical, computerized circuitry, refrigeration, ignition, transmission/transaxle, brake, fuel and exhaust Diagnoses and performs extensive preventive maintenance and repairs on heavy-duty diesel equipment such as Case, John Deere, Peterbilt, Allison (transmission), Caterpillar, International, GM, Ford, etc. Performs preventive maintenance and repairs on light and medium-weight vehicles and performs hydraulic preventive maintenance and repairs on heavy-duty, diesel-powered vehicles Performs engine tune-ups including electronic fuel injection systems and diesel/gasoline engines, using appropriate electronic diagnostic tools, such as computerized troubleshooting equipment, oscilloscope, calibration light, etc. Diagnoses and repairs gasoline and diesel engines and electronic fuel injection systems, including replacing/rebuilding worn parts Replaces defective chassis parts, i.e., shock, tie-rod ends, ball joint suspensions, brake shoes, wheel bearings, etc. Performs repairs on radiator leaks, heater cores, air conditioning and other related components Diagnoses and repairs light duty, medium duty, and heavy-duty automatic transmissions Performs routine preventive maintenance including all types of fluid level checks and lubrication checks Maintains records of time and materials used on the job, documents equipment condition and status, updates any changes and submits log as required; informs supervisor of materials needed to perform job Ability to get along with customers and co-workers Maintains regular and punctual on-site attendance

Additional Duties:

Performs other duties as assigned

Job Requirements

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Minimum Qualifications/Acceptable Equivalency:

High School diploma or GED equivalent Two (2) years of paid professional experience in automotive mechanical work requiring heavy and light-duty equipment diagnostics and repairs Must have or obtain at least two (2) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications within one (1) year of employment

OR

Any combination of related education, experience, certifications and licenses that will result in a candidate successfully performing the essential functions of the job

Core Competencies:

Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing Ability to form and maintain effective relationships with coworkers and customers

Preferences:

Bilingual in Spanish and English ASE Certified Completion of an accredited truck and heavy equipment technical school Skill in using advanced, computerized diagnostic equipment for repairs, services and maintenance Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

Conditions of Employment:

Must possess and maintain a valid Class "B" or higher CDL

OR

must possess a valid Class C driver license with a good driving record and the ability to obtain a Class B CDL with within six (6) months of employment Must pass a drug screen, driver's license check, criminal history background check, and social security number verification Must pass a physical examination Must have or obtain and maintain at least two (2) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications within one (1) year of employment Must be able to work a schedule of Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 11:00 p.m.; must be able to work overtime and emergency call-in, as needed or determine by the business need of the department

Environmental Factors and Conditions/Physical Requirements

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Physical Requirements:

Overall Strength Demands: The italicized word describes the overall strength demand of the functions performed by the incumbent during a typical workday.

Sedentary - lifting no more than 10 pounds Light - lifting no more than 20 pounds; carry up to 10 pounds Medium - lifting no more than 50 pounds, carry up to 25 pounds

Heavy - lifting no more than 100 pounds, carry up to 50 pounds*
Very Heavy - lifting more than 100 pounds, carry more than 50 pounds
Physical Demand Codes: The following describes if the incumbent is expected to exert the following physical demands during a typical workday and the overall frequency.



Codes for "how often":

Y = Yes

N = No

E = extensive (100-70%)

M = moderate (60-30%)

I = infrequent (20-10%)

A = almost never (<10%)



Task: Code:

1. Standing: E

2. Sitting: A

3. Walking: E

4. Lifting: M

5. Carrying: M

6. Pushing/Pulling: M

7. Overhead Work: I

8. Fine Dexterity: M

9. Kneeling: E

10. Crouching: E

11. Crawling: I

12. Bending: E

13. Twisting: M

14. Climbing: A

15. Balancing: N

16. Vision: E

17. Hearing: E

18. Talking: E

19. Video Display: E

20. Other:




Machines, Tools, Equipment and Work Aids:

The essential functions of this position require the use of hand tools in order to work on vehicles and equipment; also requires the use of safety glasses/goggles.



Environmental Factors:

The essential functions of this position are performed inside a garage with some work outside in order to drive and/or check vehicles; incumbent is exposed to fumes, dust, gas and loud noises associated with the repair of vehicles and to moving equipment and machinery parts.

This job description is not an employment agreement, contract agreement, or contract. Management has exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice.

ADA/EOE/ADEA

E-Verify:

The City of Denton participates in the federal E-Verify program in order to verify a new employee's authorization to work in the United States. Applicants must be lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.