Mechanic I at CITY OF VALDOSTA – Valdosta, Georgia

This position is responsible for participating in the mechanical repair and maintenance of city vehicles and equipment.

• Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctions in a variety of vehicles, equipment, and trucks.
• Performs corrective maintenance on heavy equipment and trucks, including diesel engines.
• Repairs brake, HVAC, transmission, electrical, steering, exhaust, instrumentation, and other system repairs.
• Performs field repairs as needed.
• Repairs or replaces tires.
• Acquires parts and equipment needed for the successful repair and maintenance of equipment.
• Installs prisoner cages in law enforcement vehicles.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment.
• Completes required reports and maintains vehicle and equipment maintenance records.
• Performs related duties.

• Knowledge of the methods, tools, and equipment utilized in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures, and relevant federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
• Knowledge of oils and lubricants needed for different makes of equipment.
• Knowledge of small engine equipment repairs.
• Knowledge of diesel and heavy equipment maintenance and repair principles.
• Knowledge of work safety principles.
• Skill in cutting and reshaping metals in the fabrication of parts.
• Skill in the operation of hydraulic and electrical test equipment.
• Skill in the safe operation of tire equipment.
• Skill in the operation of a variety of vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in problem-solving.
• Skill in prioritizing and planning.
• Skill in interpersonal relations.
• Skill in oral and written communication.