Assists with performing general mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel powered equipment, construction, tractor, and maintenance equipment for City departments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

·        Assists with general mechanical overhaul and repair work on automobiles, light, heavy and refuse trucks, motor graders, front end and hydraulic system loaders, rollers, sweepers, mowers and other       mechanical equipment owned by the City.

·        Adjusts and replaces units and parts including valves, pistons, rings, main bearing assemblies, engines, cooling, fuel, and exhaust systems.

·        Assists in regular routine maintenance on cars and trucks such as checking, repairing, and replacing brakes, lights, fuel pumps, carburetors, changing oil, oil filters, thermostats, hoses, and tires.

·        Performs arc, cutting, and brazing welding to fabricate some parts.

·        Performs other tasks such as sweeping and keeping shop area clean, take parts inventory, order or obtain parts, answer phone, give information, make sure equipment is operating correctly after repair.

·        Assists other Public Works departments on an as-needed basis including, but not limited to snow removal.

·        Other duties as assigned.

Organizational Responsibilities

·        Applies high ethical standards, such as honesty, responsibility, and trustworthiness, at all times.

·        Demonstrates a high level of initiative, effort, attention to detail, and commitment by completing assignments in a timely and effective manner.

·        Provides friendly, prompt customer service at all times, to both internal and external customers.

·        Facilitates cooperation, trust, and teamwork with coworkers, supervisors, and other employees throughout the organization.

·        Follows organizational policies and procedures with minimal supervision, and complies with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations as they relate to each job.

·        Completes all required safety trainings/classes in a timely manner.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

·    Knowledge of methods, materials, tools, equipment in vehicle repair field, operating principles of gasoline and diesel engines; hydraulic systems in light and heavy equipment; ability to keep records; operate snow removal equipment.

·    Must have the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize workload in a timely and effective manner.

·    Must be able to communicate effectively using both written and oral methods.

Education and Experience

·        Must possess High School Diploma or equivalent.

·        Must have completed courses in automotive repair and welding (arc & co2) or have applicable experience.

·        Must possess and maintain a valid Iowa Class A CDL with Tanker Endorsement.

·        Must have a minimum of two years of experience doing mechanical repair work on gasoline and/or diesel powered equipment in a shop setting.

Physical, Mental, and Visual Effort

  ·        Requires coordination of manual dexterity and normal visual and mental attention; work involves irregularities and difficulties particularly in winter, must apply various methods and techniques.

  ·        Considerable physical effort with average to heavy items and equipment (changing truck tires) and in varied positions; walks, stands, sits, stoops, bends, reaches.

  ·        Probable damage to equipment or operating equipment is moderate; errors not difficult to detect and work usually not checked by others.

·        Regularly communicates with others through speaking and listening.

·        Requires close vision and the ability to adjust focus; also requires some distant vision.

Working Conditions

• Regularly works both indoors and outdoors, extreme temperatures, noise, and smells.
• Exposed to cold, ice, and snow during winter months; exposed to fumes and dusty conditions.
• Exposed to minor injuries and accidents; subject to cuts, bruises, and abrasions.

Disclaimer
The above information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by employees in this position.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, requirements, and working conditions. The company reserves the right to change or assign other duties to this position as needed and as deemed appropriate. Offers for this position will be contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment physical and background check.  Employees holding this position will be required to perform any other job-related duties requested by management.  Reasonable accommodations may be made as needed for employees to perform the essential duties and responsibilities and meet the requirements of the position. Except for employees covered by Civil Service and/or a collective bargaining agreement, City of Waverly employees are considered at-will employees.  An employee may terminate employment at any time and the City may also terminate the employee’s employment at any time.  Unless otherwise provided by contract or law, all employment with the City of Waverly is to be considered “at-will”.

Application Acknowledgement

I have carefully read and understand the contents of this position description.  I understand the duties, responsibilities, requirements, and working conditions.  I also understand that this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, requirements, and working conditions associated with the position.  While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, I understand that the employer reserves the right to revise the duties and responsibilities of the position or to require that additional or different tasks be performed.  I understand that I may be required to work overtime, as well as different shifts or hours outside the normally defined workday or workweek.