Description This position is responsible for participating in the mechanical repair and maintenance of city vehicles and equipment. • Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions in a variety of vehicles, equipment, and trucks. • Performs corrective maintenance on heavy equipment and trucks, including diesel engines. • Repairs brake, HVAC, transmission, electrical, steering, exhaust, instrumentation, and other system repairs. • Performs field repairs as needed. • Repairs or replaces tires. • Acquires parts and equipment needed for the successful repair and maintenance of equipment. • Installs prisoner cages in law enforcement vehicles. • Maintains a clean and safe work environment. • Completes required reports and maintains vehicle and equipment maintenance records. • Performs related duties. Requirements • Knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment utilized in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of vehicles and equipment. • Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures, and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations. • Knowledge of oils and lubricants needed for different makes of equipment. • Knowledge of small engine equipment repairs. • Knowledge of diesel and heavy equipment maintenance and repair principles. • Knowledge of work safety principles. • Skill in cutting and reshaping metals in the fabrication of parts. • Skill in the operation of hydraulic and electrical test equipment. • Skill in the safe operation of tire equipment. • Skill in the operation of a variety of vehicles and equipment. • Skill in problem-solving. • Skill in prioritizing and planning. • Skill in interpersonal relations. • Skill in oral and written communication.