Diesel / Gas Mechanic

Under the general supervision of the Team Leader II or Public Works Director, incumbent is responsible for performing maintenance and repairs of a variety of diesel/gas vehicles and equipment.  Responsibilities include but are not limited to troubleshooting and diagnosing problems on a variety of diesel/gas equipment. This is a safety sensitive position requiring screening for illegal substance and alcohol use.  Work is reviewed through observation, completed work orders and written reports for results obtained.

Repairs, maintains and/or overhauls diesel and gas, standard and specialized vehicles including ladder trucks, pumpers, garbage trucks, sweepers, and a variety of special equipment including engines, brakes, transmissions, springs, rear-end and front loaders, hydraulics, fuel systems, air systems and air leaks.

Troubleshoots, analyzes and diagnosing a variety of vehicle problems including automobiles, trucks, tractors, fire equipment, hydraulic operated pumps, small engine equipment and other equipment as necessary.

Responds to road-service calls in a timely manner, services and repairs disabled vehicles and equipment promptly.

Uses specialized hand and power tools to make and complete repairs including welding and fabrication tools and materials.

Assists in maintaining inventory and equipment records; requisitions parts, supplies, tools, equipment and other items as directed.

NOTE: The examples of essential functions as listed in this classification specification are not necessarily descriptive of any one position in the class. The omission of an essential function of work does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.

High School Diploma or equivalent; supplemented with two (2) years experience at a journey-level in diesel and gas engines and other automotive equipment repair; or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Experience must have included working with and maintaining automotive equipment with hydraulics, or equivalent combination of training and experience.

Must possess a valid Florida Driver License and be able to obtain a valid Florida Commercial Driver License (CDL), Class "B", with air brake endorsement within sixty (60) days from hire date.

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This position may be considered “Mission Critical” (aka “Essential”) and may be required to report to duty before, during, and immediately after a civil emergency.

The City of Stuart is a tobacco-free/vaping-free workplace.  All applicants must attest that they have not used tobacco or nicotine products for the preceding 3-month period from the date of application. Candidates chosen for positions with the City of Stuart must undergo pre-employment screening to include verification of their non-use of tobacco or nicotine products in order to be considered for employment.   

The City of Stuart is An Equal Opportunity Employer ADA/VP/DFWP/TFWP