Senior Mechanic

at  City of Springfield TN

ABOUT US

Thank you for your interest in employment with the City of Springfield!
Our employees enjoy making a difference in their community while earning competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.We offer health, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their families. We are part of the Tennessee Consolidated Retirement System (TCRS) that provides a defined benefit upon retirement. Other benefits include paid holidays, vacation and sick leave, and a merit-based pay plan.
Interested applicants may apply online at City Hall or anywhere with internet access, including your mobile device. Public computers are available at the Stokes Brown Public Library and WorkForce Essentials/American Job Center location on 10th Avenue in Springfield.
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The City of Springfield is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital or veteran status, genetic information, the presence of disability or any other legally protected status.
If you need any accommodations during the selection process because of a disability, please notify the Human Resources Department at careers@springfieldtn.gov or at 615-382-2200.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience: Minimum of a high school diploma and minimum of five years’ experience in the operation of shop equipment and automotive repair, or a combination of education and experience equivalent to the required knowledge and abilities.

PURPOSE OF JOB

Performs responsible, skilled mechanical work on a variety of motor vehicles and heavy/light equipment.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Operate specialized automotive testing equipment in the diagnosis of mechanical problems on various types of light and heavy motor equipment.
• Perform brake jobs, repair and overhaul differentials, repair front and rear axle assemblies, air conditioning systems, cooling systems, and other vehicle repairs.
• Service, repair, and weld mowers, weed eaters, chainsaws, concrete saws, and other light equipment.
• Perform diversified electrical work on automotive equipment, such as troubleshooting electrical problems and repairing or replacing defective parts.
• Generate a proper timeline with estimated repair schedule and communicate repair options to the customer and/or supervisor.
• Create and maintain work orders on equipment, automobiles, etc. for shop records.
• Repair and/or replace worn parts ahead of breakdown or damage of vehicles and/or equipment.
• Assist in the oversight and operation of the city’s fuel purchasing and distribution system.

OTHER JOB DUTIES

• Respond to after-hours and emergency calls when on-call as required.
• Serve as Fleet Manager in his/her absence.
• Perform other related work as required.