LEAD AUTOMOTIVE AND HEAVY-DUTY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN

Position Title

LEAD AUTOMOTIVE AND HEAVY-DUTY EQUIPMENT TECHNICIAN

Position Number

012008

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Full Time/Part Time

Full Time

Salary

$24.29 $31.09 Hourly (Depending on Qualifications)

Job Summary

Under limited supervision, provides leadership and direction to technical staff to accomplish the repair and maintenance of automotive, heavy-duty, and industrial fleet equipment.

Responsibilities

Provides leadership, guidance, and direction, to automotive/heavy duty technicians. May assume the duties and responsibilities of the supervisor in their absence.Conducts highly skilled mechanical, fluid, and electro-mechanical work, in the repair and overhaul of a wide variety of fleet equipment including automobiles, trucks, tractors, cranes, and specialized trucks. Reviews work with technicians to obtain description of vehicle concerns and discuss work to be performed and future repair requirements. Responds to customers’ needs and concerns in a timely manner. Ensures all repairs and services are made in accordance with manufactures’ specifications, and State and Federal regulations. Ensures work activities are performed in a safe and responsible manner. Ensures that Work Orders (WOs) are opened and closed timely and generates reports for the Fleet Management Supervisor. Utilizes financial management system to order parts, supplies and tires. Completes other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Proficient knowledge of the mechanical repair and maintenance of automobiles, trucks and other related heavy and light motorized equipment and vehicles. Extensive knowledge of the standard methods and practices of automotive repair, as well as the proper use of tools and equipment of the trade. Considerable knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade. Proficient knowledge of mechanical maintenance of heavy machinery and chemical handling equipment. Knowledge in rigging and use of overhead cranes, chain pullers and hoists, and block and tackle for lifting or moving heavy loads. Knowledge in the use of Microsoft Office applications and tools. Skills using and caring for standard tools and equipment used in motorized equipment and vehicle repair and maintenance. Skill in the use of all types of measuring devices such as micrometers, calipers, depth gauges, alignment tools, etc. Strong oral and written communication skills in English. Skills to effectively motivate a team of automobile technicians. Ability to assist technicians in adjusting mechanical defects and repairs in engines and equipment. Ability to understand and follow assignments and complex instructions received in the form of oral and/or written work orders. Ability to function as the leader in support of a team or work independently as needed.

Education & Experience Requirements

High School Diploma or GED or US Equivalency report required and five (5) years’ experience in general automobile or truck maintenance and repairs or any equivalent combination of education and experience.

An Associate’s degree in Automotive Technology or related field preferred.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

Requires a valid Texas Commercial Class B Driver License and a safe driving record as measured by company policy. A Commercial Class B Driver License from another state may be allowed; however, candidate must acquire a Commercial Class B Driver License from the State of Texas within 90 days of employment.

A State of Texas Motor Vehicle Inspector Certification is preferred.

Physical Demands

They physical demands described here are those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Must be able to lift approximately 100 lbs. with assistance, i.e., applicable tools, certified appurtenances, or personnel. Must be able to perform manual tasks involving physical strength and endurance under variable weather conditions i.e., bending, squatting, stretching, lifting, pulling, pushing, twisting, and climbing.

Eligibility for Employment

In addition to any and all other qualifications required for employment stated under the Brownsville P.U.B Personnel Policies and Procedures Policy No. 39:

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

S582P

Open Until Filled

No

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