Fleet Services Mechanic

The City of Oxnard Public Works Department, Fleet Division, is seeking an experienced Fleet Services Mechanic with excellent technical and customer service skills to perform professional general and specialized mechanical work. WHAT YOU'LL DO: Perform general overhaul, tune-up, and repair work on automobiles, light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks, refuse vehicles, backhoe loaders, dump trucks, Fire Apparatus, Police vehicles, Police Motorcycles, mowers, motor sweepers, trailers, and other off-road equipment or automotive vehicles. Perform field or shop inspections of heavy and light equipment to determine repair needs or estimate cost of repairs; perform field repairs as needed. Perform metal, painting, and fabrication work in the course of repair and maintenance, including metal cutting with oxygen and acetylene torch or plasma cutter, arc and MIG welding, reading and interpreting schematic diagrams, and body repair work. Repair and overhaul of air and hydraulic brakes, suspension, cooling system, transmissions, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies; and fire apparatus pump and accessories. Diagnosis and repair of Gasoline, CNG, and Diesel fuel systems, electrical system, hybrid electrical system, charging system, Hydraulic system, and air conditioning. Operate diagnostic tools and equipment; perform smog tests; check for electrical and mechanical defects; complete written work orders for work performed. Perform highly technical work on hydraulic and electrical systems; repair and install hydraulic pumps and controls; Diagnose and replace manual and automatic transmissions. Inspect, repair, and assemble electrical equipment such as generators, distributors, magnetos, starters, and ignitions. Repair and lubricate small pieces of automotive and mechanical equipment such as gas-powered carts, lawn mowers, and power saws. Remove and replace carburetors and fuel pumps, cooling system components, charging and starting system components, fuel and exhaust components, brake components, and hydraulic cylinders. Perform specialized technical work on gasoline, CNG, and diesel engines, hybrid vehicles, air and hydraulic brake systems, electrical systems, hydraulic lift systems, fabrication projects, engine rebuilding assignments, engine tune-ups, and emission systems. PAYROLL/CLASSIFICATION TITLE: Fleet Services Mechanic SUPERVISION EXERCISED / SUPERVISION RECEIVED: Receives general supervision on routine items which are performed according to established standards and procedures and receives specific work instruction regarding non-routine matters and deadlines. DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS: This classification is distinguished from the Fleet Maintenance Technician in that it performs journey-level and skilled vehicle maintenance and repairs on all types of equipment and rolling stock. WORK SCHEDULE: The normal work week is Monday through Thursday, 6:30 am to 4:30 pm, and alternating Fridays 6:30 am to 3:30 pm. Depending on the work assignment, staff may be assigned to a shift that is outside the standard work hours. In addition, this position may be required to be available to work stand-by on a rotational basis and may be required to be available to work additional hours in response to peaks in workloads and changes in department needs. The standard work environment varies depending on assignment, but is typically either primarily in an office setting or out in the field. The City does not offer hybrid or remote work. Essential Functions (This class specification represents only the core areas of responsibility; specific position assignments will vary depending on the needs of the Department.) Performs skilled vehicle maintenance and repairs on various automobiles, light, medium, and heavy-duty trucks and off-road equipment; reviews, evaluates, and prioritizes work; determines time and materials requirements; performs computer diagnostic evaluation of equipment and systems and determines service requirements. Performs troublesh…

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