EVT Diesel Mechanic

Under limited supervision, performs maintenance, diagnosis and repairs on a variety of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and heavy equipment. Working with priority input provided by the Fire Department Division Chief, performs specialized and skilled work involving the repair and maintenance of emergency vehicle apparatus assigned to the Fire Department, in addition to assisting with remainder of City fleet as workload allows. Work is performed with considerable independence in accordance with specific instructions and defined procedures and schedules. Position may require after hour call-outs for priority repairs of emergency vehicles as well.  Assists the Fleet Superintendent in setting repair priorities, reviewing work, maintaining standards, training mechanics, and coordinating shop workload. Uses diagnostic computer and software from various manufacturers to assess equipment problems and issues. Performs related duties such as conducting preventive maintenance, operating shop equipment, providing wrecker service, maintaining service records, maintaining the shop, upkeep on maintenance facility, tools, and equipment.

Must be physically able to operate a truck, welding machine, drill press, back hoe, wrecker, mechanical, carpentry, welding, and machine tools, mops and brooms, sand blaster and automotive test equipment.  Must be able to exert up to fifty pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to twenty-five pounds of force frequently, and/or up to ten pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.  Must be able to lift and/or carry weights of ten to one hundred pounds.