Assists other mechanics in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment. Incumbent has contact with vendors and with City employees. Effective handling of relationships is required as employee is expected to deal effectively and courteously with contacts. Incumbent is responsible for ensuring that departmental and City policies, procedures, rules and standards are followed. Employee is accountable for demonstrating a level of competence in vehicle and equipment repair and maintenance that is appropriate.
Employee works primarily indoors.
Work involves considerable physical activity and there is exposure to hazards associated with vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair. Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. Some knowledge of the principles of operation of automotive equipment and of related mechanical repair methods. Ability to diagnose defects in automotive equipment. Ability to follow oral and written instructions.