- Perform diagnostics and make repairs or adjustments on engines, transmissions, drive trains, differentials, suspensions, exhaust systems, fuel systems (diesel, gasoline, compressed natural gas, propane), brakes, tires and other mechanical components of District vehicles and equipment.
- Diagnose and repair vehicle/equipment electrical issues.
- Perform cold start-ups on District vehicles and equipment.
- Perform wheel alignments, tune-ups and assist with engine overhauls.
- Perform inspections, flushes and repairs on radiators.
- Perform repairs on starting and charging systems.
- Inspect and repair steering and hydraulic systems.
- Drive District vehicles and machinery.
- Perform metal fabrication, metal cutting, grinding, and welding (Oxy-Acetylene and Wire Feed).
- Equip new cars, trucks and other types of equipment to meet specifications prior to incorporation into fleet service.
- Repair or replace winches and cables.
- Perform the physical requirements of the position.
- Communicate with and assist internal and external customers.
- Comply with and understand all pertinent District policies and processes.
- Communicate with and assist customers, co-workers and management professionally, regardless of provocation.
- Perform a variety of other duties as assigned.
- Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a full-time mechanic at a car or truck dealership, machinery dealership or general vehicle or machinery repair facility. Experience at a specialty shop such as exhaust repair, transmission repair, brake repair or tire shop will receive only minor credit. Completion of a basic automotive, diesel mechanics or heavy/agricultural equipment Associates Degree at an approved technical school (i.e., Iowa Western Community College, Metropolitan Community College, Southeast Community College) or equivalent is highly desirable and can be substituted for two (2) years of experience. Correspondence schooling and high school courses do not qualify.
- Efficiently and effectively speak, read, comprehend and write English.
- Experience with personal computers, tablets, and/or other electronic devices to include familiarity with, but not limited to, Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and enterprise wide software (e.g., SAP).
- High School Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED).
- A valid Driver's License. An unrestricted Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with tanker endorsement is required to be obtained within six (6) months of being placed in this position and then maintained. NOTE: Initial obtainment of the CDL will be arranged and paid for by the District.
- Current certification in at least three (3) of the four (4) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) categories listed below:
- Engine Repair
- Engine Performance
- Brakes
- Electrical Systems
- Pre-employment Background Check, Drug Screen and Physical.
- Employee(s) in this position are covered under the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol testing provisions. This includes post-accident, random, reasonable suspicion and return to duty testing.
- Perform duties in a shop environment as well as in the field to include, but not limited, all weather conditions, shop chemicals, cleaners, solvents, noises, odors and dust.
- Work inside and outside in all weather conditions and terrain for extended periods of time.
- Frequent upper extremity horizontal reaching
- Constant standing
- Frequent bending/stooping/squatting
- Frequent walking throughout workday on concrete and uneven terrain
- Constant sitting while driving
- Constant grasping of steering console and controls
- Frequent neck rotation for visual field
- Occasional climbing in/out of vehicles, approximately 24 inch step
- Frequent use of hand/power tools
- Occasional-Frequent climbing on/off vehicles up to 36 inches
- Frequent push/pull of materials up to 400lbs (120lbs of force)
- Occasional reclining to reach areas
- Frequent lifting/carrying equipment, tools, equipment, etc. up to 120lbs (cranes, hoists, or a partner are utilized when available for heavier materials)
- Works in all inclement weather
- Frequent-occasional documentation
- Frequent walking on uneven or concrete surfaces depending on workday
- Occasional-frequent use of scissor or forklift
- Frequent overhead, horizontal, and to the floor reaching to perform tasks
- Frequent balancing during tasks
- Frequent to constant grasping of hand/power tools,
- Occasional-frequent ladder use to perform tasks
- Occasional welding (Oxy-Acetylene and Wire Feed) and metal fabrication
- Occasional-Frequent use of overhead cranes, hoists, or hydraulic tables
- Constant- frequent neck movements to perform tasks
- Removes excess materials, moves tools, cleans area up to standard
- Please ensure the application is filled out thoroughly to be considered for this position
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Mechanic I - Omaha, United States - Metropolitan Utilities District
Description
OAC EXTERNAL POSITION POSTING
DATES POSTED:
05/02- 06/01/2024
Job Title:
Mechanic I
Entry Wage:
$29.50
Division:
Transportation
Standard Wage:
$36.87
Schedule:
Full-Time
Shift:
Mon-Fri: 2nd Shift (4:00pm-12:00am)
Reports To:
Shop Foreman or Night Foreman, Transportation
Job Code:
10015
Position Summary
Under general supervision, performs routine service and maintenance on the District's motor vehicles and construction machinery and may perform Auto Service Person duties as required.
The Mechanic I must successfully complete all required classroom and field training, written and proficiency testing occurring during or prior to the end of a thirty (30) month training period to become eligible for consideration for advancement to the position of Mechanic II.
The position is assigned to either the automotive group or the equipment group of Transportation; however, operational requirements may necessitate temporary assignment as needed.
Wage information:
The Mechanic I will be eligible for wage increases following six (6) month periods until such time as they are at the Standard Wage (Step 4).
Entry
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4 STANDARD
Mechanic I
$29.50
$31.34
$33.18
$35.03
$36.87
Shift Differential is also available for the Apprentice Mechanic role:
$1.75 additional per hour for 2nd shift -12 noon to 7:59 PM
$2.00 additional per hour for 3rd shift - 8:00 PM to 9:59 AM
If training standards are met and satisfactory performance is maintained incumbents will move into the Mechanic II wage scale listed below.
This progression results in a promotional increase from the current Mechanic I wage to at least a 5% increase or the next highest wage in the Mechanic II wage scale.
EntryStep 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4 STANDARD
Mechanic II
$33.71
$35.82
$37.93
$40.03
$42.14
The Mechanic role may also have the opportunity to promote into the Sr. Mechanic role. Wages listed below.
Entry
Step 1
Step 2
Step 3
Step 4 STANDARD
Sr. Mechanic
$37.08
$39.40
$41.72
$44.03
$46.35
An annual increase to the next step is awarded every year, with satisfactory performance, until standard wage is achieved. Every April a general increase is also applied to the current wage.
Essential Functions
If so, the above ASE Certifications must be obtained within twelve (12) months of being placed in Mechanic I position, before progression to Mechanic II position.
To successfully progress to the Mechanic II position ASE certifications in all eight (8) automotive categories and three (3) of the truck categories must be completed.
Note:
ASE re-certification is required. The District will pay for initial and ongoing re-certification while employed in a Transportation Mechanic position.
Required Testing/Verification
NONE
Work Environments
General Work Description:
Under general supervision, performs routine service and maintenance on the District's motor vehicles and construction machinery and may perform Auto Service Person duties as required.
The Mechanic I must successfully complete all required classroom and field training, written and proficiency testing occurring during or prior to the end of a thirty (30) month training period to become eligible for consideration for advancement to the position of Mechanic II.
Safety Equipment:
Protective footwear, eyewear and reflective clothing, and other safety equipment may be required (can vary depending on workday.)
Physical Demands Analysis
Average hours worked per day: 8
Hours: 8 hour shifts, overtime as needed
Not Required
Rare:
1% or 1 time a day or less
Occasionally:
1-33% of time or 1-12 times per hr
Frequently:
34-66% of time or 13-33 times per hr
Continuously:
67-100% of time or 34 or more times per hr
Critical to
Job Success
YES NO
Walking
X
X
Standing
X
X
Sitting
X
X
Balancing
X
X
Grasping - Firm
X
X
Grasping - Simple
X
X
Stooping/Bending /Squatting
X
X
Climbing
X
X
Twisting - Neck
X
X
Twisting -lumbar
X
X
Crawling
X
X
Fingering
X
X
Material Handling
X
X
Feeling
X
X
Hammering
X
X
Reclining
X
X
Jumping
X
X
Throwing
X
X
Running
X
X
Reaching above shoulder level
X
X
Reaching at or below shoulder level
X
X
Reaching to floor
X
X
Kneeling
X
X
Driving
X
X
Essential Job Functions:
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
Physical Demands:
Duties may include, but may not be limited to, the following:
The physical tasks are listed by Essential Function number and were collected by direct measurement and hands on trials when available.
All Essential Job Functions below include these physical demands in addition to those listed in each section:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW:
Mechanic I
Weight / Force Required to be PUSHED AND PULLED during an 8 hour shift = □
Weight / Force Required to be LIFTED AND CARRIED during an 8 hour shift = X
Not Required
Rare
Occasionally
Frequently
Continuously
10lbs or below
X/□
Up to 20 lbs.
X/□
Up to 35 lbs.
X/□
Up to 50 lbs.
X/□
Up to 80lbs
X/□
>100lbs
X/□