Fleet Mechanic I

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or GED.
• Two years of full-time experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and/or heavy construction equipment. Graduation from an accredited college, trade school or vehicle or equipment manufacturer in the repair of automobiles, trucks or heavy equipment which may be substituted for one year of work experience. 

Licenses and Certifications:

• Must possess a valid Nevada driver’s license and satisfactory motor vehicle record at time of hire, transfer, promotion or reclassification. Failure to maintain a valid Nevada driver’s license and a satisfactory motor vehicle record may result in termination of employment. If an applicant does not have a Nevada driver’s license, one must be obtained within thirty days of moving to, or taking employment in the state of Nevada per NRS 483.245 and NRS 482.103.
• Must obtain and maintain a Nevada Emissions Inspector License, 1G or 2G, within six months of date of hire/promotion.
• Must obtain and maintain a Mobile Air Conditioning Society (MACS) section 609 certification within six months of date of hire/promotion.
• Obtain and maintain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications, within eight months of date of hire/ reclassification. Must be certified in a minimum of two automotive and one truck classification from the ASE Certification Test Series approved by the supervisor.
• Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) or EVT Master Certification preferred. Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) preferred. 

Knowledge, Skills. Abilities:

• Thorough knowledge and ability in methods, tools, and equipment used in performing maintenance and repair on a variety of vehicles and powered equipment, use of welding, grinding and metal cutting equipment, and the use of safe work practices in compliance with OSHA standards.
• Knowledge on pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations. Personal computers and common office software.
• Knowledge on Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Performing basic to intermediate diagnostic and repair services. Interpreting, explaining and enforcing department policies and procedures.
• Operating a variety of automotive repair and diagnostic tools and equipment in a safe and effective manner.
• Troubleshooting and diagnosing problems and causes in automobile, diesel, construction and related equipment.
• Operating computerized equipment.
• Work independently in the absence of supervision. Understand and follow oral and written instructions. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Constant use of speech and hearing, in safe operation of equipment, and in communicating with other personnel.
• Must be able to operate a motor vehicle 

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Primary functions require sufficient physical ability, mobility/dexterity and mental ability to work in a mechanic shop environment; walk, stand, on even and uneven surfaces and sit for prolonged periods of time, frequently stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, climb, reach, twist; push, pull, lift, move or carry moderate to heavy amounts of weights up to 100 lbs., operate assigned equipment and vehicles, verbally communicate to exchange information, and read and operate electronic devices such as computers and scan tools.
• Work in a typical mechanical repair shop environment where there is often physical discomfort and exposure to moving mechanical parts, noise, dust, dirt, petroleum products, smoke, fumes, hazardous conditions and materials, noxious odors and gases.
• Work in various types of weather and temperature conditions and with exposure to hazardous traffic conditions. Work and/or walk on various types of surfaces including concrete, pavement, slippery and uneven surfaces and rough terrain. Occasional field environment with some travel from site to site.
• Heavy work exerting up to 100pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Must be able to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
• The worker is required to have visual acuity to operate motor vehicles or heavy equipment.
• Worker will be required to wear personnel protective equipment while performing his duties.
• Climbing occasionally-frequently, in and out of vehicles climbing on ladders while performing job duties.
• Constant repetitive and prolonged use of both hands and arms in reaching, handling, grasping, fingering, gripping, and working with arms overhead and extended.
• Constant use of sight while inspecting and repairing equipment and vehicles. Visual requirements include hand, eye and foot coordination, color vision, and visual acuity in near-, mid- and far-ranges.
• Regular and timely attendance is required. Position may be asked to respond to emergencies during off hours. 

Tool Requirement: 

• Must furnish and maintain own tool box with hand and power tools sufficient to complete all types of repairs routinely performed in this shop facility. A list of tools required will be furnished to the incumbent before date of hire/promotion. 

Background: 

• This position requires a Tier I background check with the North Las Vegas Police Department. Background check includes, but is not limited to: Local and State Criminal History Check; Federal Criminal History Check.