Mechanic
Company: City of Green Bay, WI
Location: Green Bay
Posted on: April 28, 2024
Job Description:
Salary: $30.01 Hourly
Location : Green Bay, WI
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 202300056
Department: Public Works
Division: Operations
Opening Date: 07/12/2023
General Description
Are you mechanically inclined and looking to join a great team? Are
you interested in working on a wide variety of vehicles and
equipment? The City of Green Bay has an exciting opportunity for
you! The Department of Public Works is seeking a Mechanic to
perform work of moderate difficulty in the repair and maintenance
of all Public Works and other City department equipment.
The successful candidate will possess knowledge of standard
practices, equipment, tools, hazards, and safety precautions of the
trade as well as computer and technical skills including using
diagnostic equipment and engine/transmission programs. The
successful candidate will also be self-directed and possess strong
project management skills.
The City supplies all necessary tools.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. plus
additional hours as needed to perform core Public Works duties.
Summer Hours!!: Tuesday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
No residency requirement.
The City of Green Bay is a leader in employee health and wellness
with its Health/1265 program with a goal to engage all employees in
their own health and well-being by providing insurance premium
incentives and other benefits.
"Great Being Home" is a homeownership program available to City of
Green Bay employees, which provides eligible buyers with a $5,000
grant in addition to other assistance programs! Click for more
information.
At the City of Green Bay we strive to foster an environment of
diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We welcome LGBTQ+, women, and
minority candidates to apply.
Examples of Duties
- Performs full range of mechanical maintenance and repair of all
Public Works and other City department equipment as assigned,
including, but not limited to overhaul work on autos, trucks,
graders, tractors and other off-road equipment, replacing and
recharging batteries, tuning engines and repairing starters,
generators, tires, etc.
- Operates all Public Works equipment and electronic test
equipment such as PDA's, hand-held test equipment, portable
computers, desktop computers, and self-test equipment.
- Performs welding and fabricating duties.
- Performs Preventive Maintenance (PM) Inspections and oil and
lube inspections. Performs equipment chassis lubrications, and
drains and fills gear drive components at required maintenance
intervals. Replaces filters on vehicles and equipment as specified
in the PM Inspections. Inspects equipment and determines if
equipment is safe to operate or is in need of repairs.
- Repairs hydraulic, electrical and fuel injected systems and
hydraulic cylinders.
- Calibrates, downloads, and effectively operates computerized
equipment.
- Performs general shop and tool maintenance.
- Works with the Parts Clerk to order parts and materials needed
for repair work as needed. Conducts warranty repairs as
needed.
- Serves as backup to the Mechanic Foreperson. Trains employees
as needed.
- Performs other duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications
Required
- Associate Degree in Diesel and Heavy Equipment Mechanics or
related field.
- ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification in all phases
of medium-heavy truck repairs desirable.
- One year experience in medium-heavy truck and off-road
equipment.
- Previous experience in commercial welding/fabrication and/or
certification desirable.
- Valid driver's license and good driving record, and CDL
endorsement or the ability to obtain within 6 months of hire. A
combination of equivalent experience and/or education may be
considered.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Considerable knowledge of standard practices, equipment, tools,
hazards and safety precautions of the trade. Considerable knowledge
of principles of gasoline and diesel engines, and welding
techniques. Considerable knowledge of hydraulic power systems, fuel
injection and chassis electrical and engine management
systems.
- Knowledge of oiling, lubrication and fluid systems on heavy and
light equipment and vehicles operated by the department. Knowledge
in Preventive Maintenance Inspections and the ability to recognize
worn parts and necessary repairs. Knowledge of welding on various
metals and the preparation of metals for welding.
- Skill in reading and interpreting hydraulic schematics,
electrical wiring diagrams, service manuals and other reference
materials; diagnosing defective equipment; performing complete
engine, transmission and related vehicle component overhauls;
including heavy duty automatic and manual transmissions.
- Ability to install, repair and maintain specialized parts,
including necessary component overhauls and field repairs. Ability
to operate equipment for maintenance and trouble-shooting
activities. Ability to operate all Public Works equipment and
electronic test equipment. Ability to proficiently utilize a
computer and the required software. Ability to follow oral and
written instructions. Ability to communicate effectively, both
orally and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain effective
working relationships with staff and the public. Ability to work
the required hours of the position. May be required to demonstrate
minimum competency by successfully passing approved tests.
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform the following activities:
- Lifting and carrying 20-50 pounds routinely
- Lifting and carrying 50-100 pounds occasionally.
- Frequent standing, walking, sitting, kneeling, bending, and
stooping.
- Occasional crawling.
- Ability to focus on projects for long periods of time.
- Ability to reach, climb ladders, apply leverage from unusual
positions and work on creeper under vehicles.
- Ability to work in varied environmental conditions. The above
is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties,
responsibilities or requirements.
The City of Green Bay offers an attractive benefit package, which
includes:
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Long Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Plan
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plans
- Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS)
- Vacation
- Sick Leave
- Paid Holidays
Keywords: City of Green Bay, WI, Green Bay , Mechanic, Engineering , Green Bay, Wisconsin
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