Description This position is responsible for the mechanical repair and maintenance of city vehicles and equipment. • Performs specialized troubleshooting and diagnosis of equipment and trucks. • Performs corrective maintenance on heavy equipment and trucks, including diesel engines. • Repairs brake, HVAC, transmission, and electrical system repairs. • Performs field repairs as needed. • Repairs or replaces tires. • Acquires parts and equipment needed for the successful repair and maintenance of equipment. • Makes welding repairs; fabricates parts. • 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. • Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education. • Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years. • Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Georgia for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.