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City Of Albuquerque Mechanic in Albuquerque, New Mexico
Vet File Search: 2024
City of Albuquerque-
Position Summary: Perform maintenance and repair services on City vehicles and equipment; inspect, diagnose and locate mechanical difficulties; diagnose, maintain and repair electrical systems components; weld, fabricate and assemble parts and equipment; perform safety inspections on all City vehicles and ensure repair has been completed before vehicle is released from garage. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job.
Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements
Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis. High school diploma or GED; and
Two (2) years technical training in automotive maintenance and mechanical repair; and To include one (1) year experience in minor and major automotive maintenance and mechanical repair on a variety of vehicles and equipment. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Possession of a valid New Mexico Driver's License, or the ability to obtain by date of hire. Possession of a valid City Operator's Permit (COP) within six (6) months from date of hire. Possession of an AC recovery, CNG fuel and/or brake repair certification preferred.
Preferred Knowledge
Tools, equipment and procedures used in the overhaul, repair and adjustment of gas and diesel powered engines, repair and adjustment of brake systems, air conditioning systems and heavy tires
Basic procedures of preventive maintenance related to automotive, heavy and light duty trucks, trailers and construction equipment to include a variety of small and large powered tools such as power trimmers, mowing equipment and chainsaws
Maintenance related to herbicide application equipment, pumps and airless spray equipment
Fleet Focus maintenance software program
Safe work practices
Office equipment
Preferred Skills and Abilities
Learn operational characteristics of hydraulic systems
Learn methods, materials, equipment and tools used in routine welding and fabrication work
Learn operation and care of internal combustion engines and hydraulic equipment
Learn state laws regulating emission controls, brakes, and lamps
Learn state and federal laws regulating highway work zones
Perform routine equipment mechanic work including the diagnosing, trouble-shooting and repair of equipment to include pumps, herbicide applicators and airless sprayers
Use a variety of equipment maintenance tools and equipment
Maintain a variety of shop and repair records
Operate as variety of tire repair equipment in a safe and effective manner
Communicate clearly and concisely
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
Agency
City of Albuquerque
Address
400 Marquette N.W. Albuquerque, New Mexico, 87103
Phone
505 768-3700
Website http://CABQ.GOV