Fleet Mechanic II

JOB TITLE: Fleet Mechanic
II

REPORTS TO: Facilities
Fleet Supervisor

DEPARTMENT: Facilities

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

 JOB
SUMMARY

Under limited supervision, oversees, assigns, trains,
and participates in activities of mechanics performing skilled work in repair
and maintenance of automobiles, light and heavy-duty trucks, other gasoline and
diesel equipment, and Fire and Police Department vehicles including diagnosis, repair,
and preventive maintenance activities to assure Airport vehicles and equipment
are safe, efficient, and fully operational.

 
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Essential Job Responsibilities:

 Coordinate, oversee, and assist in the work of other mechanics. Instructs and trains them in repairing,
adjusting, and maintaining motor vehicles and gasoline and diesel-powered
construction and maintenance equipment. Reports any problems to the Supervisor.

Performs preventive maintenance programs for vehicles and equipment including
specialized Fire and Police Department vehicles.

Diagnoses problems, analyzes various solutions and makes recommendation for repair or
replacement in the most efficient and cost-effective manner.

Performs general overhaul work on internal combustion engines and equipment components
and accessories. 

Adjusts and relines brakes and maintains hydraulic and electrical systems.  

Conducts preventive maintenance inspections and makes repairs on Fire Department
vehicles and pumping equipment to ensure equipment is functioning and available
in compliance with FAA regulations. 

Repairs power mowers, tractors, sweepers, forklifts, backhoe, air compressors,
generators, pumps, and related machinery and small equipment. 

Estimates approximate hours, prices, and materials needed for each project. Requisitions tools, materials, and supplies
needed through a purchase order system.  

Performs most emergency repairs on all types of equipment. 

Road test vehicles and makes road calls as required. 

Other Related Responsibilities: 

Assists in planning, assigning and scheduling work for other mechanics. Maintains records on repairs and preventive
maintenance performed on tools, vehicles, and equipment.

Runs all vehicles or equipment sitting idle on a weekly basis. Performs maintenance or repairs if necessary. 

Performs other related duties as required.

MATERIALS AND EQUIPMENT USED
Hand Tools, Welding Equipment, Testers, Drill Press, Lifts, Metal Grinders, Repair
Manuals, Battery Testers, Battery
Charger, Timing Lights, Volt Meters, Computerized Engine Analyzer.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED 

Where "preferred" is indicated, the
qualification is not essential. 

Education and Experience: 

High School Diploma or GED. 

Five years’ experience in automotive mechanics. 

Trade school courses in automotive mechanics,  

Completion of a Fire Department equipment maintenance
and repair course 

Licenses and Certifications:

Valid Florida License or must obtain within ninety (90) days of assuming the position.

Master Automobile Technician Certification. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

Knowledge of methods, practices, and procedures for repairing, overhauling and
maintaining automobiles, trucks, and heavy equipment. 

Knowledge of operating principles of internal combustion engines.

Knowledgeof principles of hydraulics and electrical and mechanical systems related to
gasoline and diesel equipment operation.

Knowledge of and ability to perform automotive and heavy equipment repair and
maintenance.

 Knowledge of work-related safety precautions. 

Knowledge of the materials, tools, test equipment, and methods used in vehicle
maintenance. 

Knowledge of and skill in welding, preferred.

Skill in use of hand tools.

Ability to operate diagnostic and test equipment and utilize test data to determine
mechanical defects and corrective measures.

Ability to lift objects up to 50 pounds.

Ability to perform strenuous and routine physical work.

Ability to read and interpret schematics and specifications.

Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with superiors, fellow
employees, and the general public.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing.

Ability to instruct and train subordinate personnel.

Work Environment:

Generally involved in hands on work. Most work is conducted in a covered shop area. At
times, the individual is required to work on vehicles in the field.

Physical Requirements:

As a Mechanic hands on work is necessary. Therefore, the Mechanic must have the physical ability to lift objects of
up to 50 pounds and be able to perform strenuous and routine physical work. The Mechanic must be diligent in adhering to all work-related safety rules, procedures and regulations and take the precautions necessary to comply with the Airport Authority safety policy.

Mental Requirements:

In the capacity of a Mechanic, the individual conducts preventive maintenance,
provides emergency repairs, diagnoses problems, analyzes various solutions and
makes recommendation for repair or replacement on a variety of small engine and
heavy-duty machinery, vehicles, and specialized Fire Department equipment to
meet FAA Standards.

Environmental Requirements:

The Mechanic is involved in hands on work. Most work is conducted in a covered shop area; however, at times the
individual is required to work on vehicles in the field.

Summary Clause: The duties and responsibilities
listed in this job class specification are intended only as illustrations of
the various duties to be performed and are not all inclusive. The omission of other specific duties does
not exclude them from being performed by the Mechanic if the duties are
similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position. This job class specification does not
constitute an employment contract between SMAA and the Mechanic and is subject
to change at the discretion of the Airport Authority