Mechanic

The City of Frankfort is looking for a mechanic to be part of a 6 member team offering a great work environment, training opportunities, collegiality, and work/life balance. We also offer:

• 13% employer contribution to 401k or 457 account during first year
• Retirement through the Kentucky Public Pension Authority beginning second year
• Generous vacation, sick, holiday, and military paid leave with no waiting period
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance with no or low employee premiums
• Uniforms fully provided
• Employer paid training and certifications

POSITION SUMMARY

Under general administrative direction performs duties as mechanic; performs skilled tasks in repairing and/or performing preventative maintenance on automobiles, trucks, and equipment. Ability to diagnose and repair the following with little or no supervision: Electric Systems, Hydraulic/Air Brake Systems, Heating/Air Conditioning Systems, Instruments and Gauges, and Preventive Maintenance Service. Performs related work as required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Performs general mechanical and appearance maintenance and repair work on all motorized equipment, including automobiles, trucks, and specialized equipment (gasoline and diesel powered engines).
• Identify and determine parts required for repair of disassembled units.
• Perform all levels of preventive maintenance services on equipment.
• Identify warrant-able repairs and document on repair order.
• Maintain work area appearance and safety.
• Road test vehicles when necessary to diagnose malfunctions or to ensure that they are working properly.
• Use hand tools such as screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, pressure gauges, and precision instruments, as well as power tools such as pneumatic wrenches, welding equipment, and jacks and hoists.
• Inspect, test, and listen to defective equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test instruments such as handheld computers, motor analyzers, chassis charts, and pressure gauges.
• Administers the Transit Division's preventative maintenance program for vehicles and equipment.
• Prepares and maintains accurate records on all vehicles and equipment services.
• Insures adequate inventory of spare parts, tools and supplies.
• Requisitions equipment to be used by City regarding reliability and maintenance costs; assists in preparing specification for equipment.
• Assist with CDL training of new employees.
• Provides general building maintenance supervision and coordinates with inspection services.
• May assist the City Maintenance Garage on an as-needed basis.
• Other duties as assigned.

ESSENTIAL COMPETENCIES

• Work is thorough, timely and reflects follow-through to completion;
• Complies with departmental performance standards;
• Possesses mechanical assessment and problem solving skills;
• Demonstrates willingness to undertake duties as assigned.
• Basic computer skills required for data entry into maintenance systems.
• Regular, predictable, full attendance is an essential function of the job.
• Work is completed with minimal direction and supervision.
• Willingness to perform "on-call" duties after work hours in case of emergency.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License at time of hire. Can understand oral and written instructions. Valid Commonwealth of Kentucky Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B or obtain within six (6) months expected. Must be capable of working periodic overtime and available to work on-call as scheduled.

WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

Two years of directly related mechanic experience preferred. Specialized training in the repair and replacement of vehicle components highly preferred.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

High School graduate or the equivalent.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must have mobility and flexibility to inspect vehicles, carry parts, etc.; must possess ability to lift heavy objects; exposed to noise, moving parts, weather, fumes and chemicals.