Automotive Mechanic

About the role

An island community rich in history and opportunity, Galveston is the ideal place to live, work and raise a family!

Essential Functions

• Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills.
• Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function.
• Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Prepare work orders; discusses service requests with customers to determine the nature and type of repairs or maintenance needed; prioritizes repair requests.
• Performs general and advanced diagnosis; makes minor and major repairs as needed.
• Operates a personal computer to perform diagnostics of units or equipment.
• Performs major overhauls of automotive and heavy equipment, including engines, transmissions, suspensions, axles and related items
• Diagnoses and repairs hydraulic, mechanical and electrical systems.
• Assesses electrical problems and determines the appropriate repairs.
• Prepares parts requests.
• Performs engine tune-ups and fuel injection diagnosis.
• Performs maintenance and repairs on specialized units and equipment.
• Performs preventive maintenance services and repair schedules.
• Performs inspections of City units.
• Tests units or equipment after repairs are completed.
• Fabricates various parts.
• May perform welding projects.
• May perform road service calls.
• May perform general building maintenance and repairs.
• Ensures safety rules and regulations are followed.
• Maintains and cleans work areas.
• Supports the relationship between the City of Galveston and the general public by demonstrating courteous and cooperative behavior when interacting with citizens, visitors, and City staff; maintains confidentiality of work-related issues and City information; performs other duties as required or assigned.
• Employees may at any time be required to work in order to provide for the safety and well-being of the general public, including the delivery and restoration of vital services, in the event of an emergency.

Knowledge

• City policies and procedures.
• Advanced vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair practices and procedures.
• Troubleshooting techniques and methods.
• Fabrication methods and practices.
• Recordkeeping practices.
• Safety procedures and practices.
• Personal computer and various software applications.

Skill in

• Handling situations requiring diplomacy, fairness, firmness and sound judgment.
• Providing efficient customer service.
• Understanding and applying City policies and procedures.
• Using testing and measuring equipment.
• Using power and hand tools.
• Operating motorized equipment.
• Reading and understanding technical manuals, schematics, wiring diagrams, technical service bulletins and parts catalogs.
• Performing mathematical calculations with accuracy.
• Establishing and maintaining cooperative working relationships with all levels within the City.
• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing.

Minimum Qualifications

High School diploma or equivalent; AND three years of advanced automotive/motorized equipment maintenance and repair experience; OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.

License and Certification

• Possession of a valid Texas Class B Commercial Driver's License. With Passenger Endorsement
• May require Texas Inspector license.
• May require Freon service license.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Work is performed both in an outdoor and indoor work environment.
• May be exposed to dangerous machinery, potential physical harm, extreme weather conditions and hazardous chemicals.
• May be required to lift and carry items weighing up to 100 pounds.
• May be required to work within confined spaces.
• May be required to climb ladders.