Fleet Maintenance Leadworker
City of Clovis, CADescription The Immediate Opening Is for the Night Shift (2:00 p.m. to 10:30 p.m.) DEFINITION Under general supervision, to lead and participate in the work of a crew of equipment mechanics and service workers engaged in the repair, maintenance and servicing of motorized equipment; to perform journey-level mechanical repair work; and to perform light and heavy related work as required. CLASS CHARACTERISTICS Positions in the class act as lead supervisors to journey-level Equipment Mechanics, Assistant Equipment Mechanics, and Equipment Service Workers on an assigned shift. Incumbents may work with immediate supervision or independently, depending upon the shift, and may be on call during off-duty hours for emergency repairs. Positions in this class assign, check, guide, correct, and participate fully in the work of subordinates. Incumbents participate in the evaluation of subordinates. Incumbents perform work which has some variation and which allows or requires a limited range of choice in the application of defined methods or procedures. Incumbents receive instructions when tasks are assigned and have some latitude in selecting work methods. Work is generally reviewed upon completion for final results. Incumbents are expected to refer to the supervisor for instruction on matters that do not fit a clear pattern. Examples of Duties Leads, reviews and participates in equipment maintenance activities; inspects motorized equipment, such as automobiles, trucks, tractors and off-road equipment; diagnoses and determines extent of necessary repairs; overhauls, repairs and adjusts engines, transmissions, differentials and clutches; performs tune-ups; installs new and reconditioned engines and transmissions; inspects, cleans, repairs and replaces components of gas, diesel, compressed natural gas, or other fuel systems, including carburetors, fuel pumps, strainers, fuel lines, tanks and gauges; repairs and replaces such components as alternators, distributors, relays, lights and switches; adjusts and replaces brakes; overhauls hydraulic, power steering, booster and vacuum systems; performs welding, soldering and brazing; performs minor body work; installs radiators, water pumps, hoses and cooling fans; installs axles; operates motorized equipment in connection with repair and servicing; keeps record of repairs; assists in maintaining inventory control of replacement parts; makes recommendations regarding requisitions and purchases of supplies, equipment and parts; trains subordinates; instructs assigned staff in work methods; checks and corrects work in progress and upon completion; notifies immediate supervisor of employee performance problems; reports to supervisor problems encountered in the assigned work and progress in completing work assignments; observes and enforces safety regulations; inputs and retrieves fleet vehicle data from a personal computer work station; keeps records and prepares reports of work; prepares preventive maintenance monthly schedule; sets appointments for repair work; operates City vehicles; and performs related work as required. Typical Qualifications LICENSE REQUIRED Possession of a valid Class A California Commercial Driver's License with appropriate endorsements and a good driving record. EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE Education: High school diploma or equivalent. Experience: Five (5) years of journey level working experience in the maintenance and repair of automotive and/or heavy trucks and other power-driven equipment, including heavy equipment and diesel engines. Certifications: Certified by the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) as a Master Automobile (MA) and Truck (MT) Technician, OR (ASE) Master Automobile (MA) OR Truck (MT) Technician AND Fire Equipment Mechanic II. As a condition of advancement within the classification salary range, persons hired in this classification will be required to continuously work towards and obtain a third certification as a ASE Master Automobile (M…