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Job Description
Summary
Minimum Starting Salary: $20.61 - Depending on Qualifications.
The City of Waco Seeks
Join our team as a dedicated and skilled Equipment Mechanic - CDL, where your knowledge will keep our diverse fleet of vehicles and machinery operating at peak performance! In this vital role, you will be responsible for the maintenance, repair, and preventive upkeep of light, medium, and heavy-duty vehicles, including specialized equipment for road and grounds maintenance, police and fire departments, and watercraft. If you possess a passion for maintenance, a commitment to safety, and a desire to make an impact, we invite you to apply today!
Position Description
Under basic supervision, performs maintenance, repairs, adjustments, and preventive maintenance on Fleet Services (FS) vehicles, specialty vehicles and equipment and heavy equipment, in accordance with all safety regulations and City procedures.
Minimum Qualifications
Required:
- High School Diploma or GED
- 2 years of experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and heavy equipment
- Associate's Degree or higher within Automotive Technology field may be substituted for experience
- Texas Class B Commercial Driver's License
- Technical certifications from National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (ASE)
Essential Functions- Performs maintenance, repairs, adjustments, and preventive maintenance on a diverse fleet of light, medium and heavy-duty vehicles, equipment and machinery including road and grounds maintenance, heavy hydraulic systems, fire equipment, police and fire vehicles, watercraft and other specialty vehicles and equipment; duties may vary according to job assignment.
- Inspects and diagnoses mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic problems on vehicles and equipment; determines extent of necessary repairs, prioritizes work, and performs repairs within scope of authority and training and in accordance with all safety regulations and procedures.
- Performs preventive maintenance and diagnostics on vehicles and equipment to maximize the effective life cycle, reduce downtime and improve the productivity of City workers; performs specialized repair and maintenance work to bring vehicles and equipment into compliance with safety and regulatory violations.
- Inspects status of vehicles and equipment, performs safety inspections, and recommends equipment replacement and major repair options; installs auxiliary and specialized equipment.
- Diagnoses and repairs vehicle and equipment engines and components, including gasoline, diesel and hybrid engines; uses technical manuals and computer equipment to diagnose and correct problems.
- Diagnoses and repairs vehicle component systems and sub-systems for electrical, fuel supply, hydraulic & pneumatic systems, brakes, drive train, suspension, exhaust, and engine cooling systems; performs arc and acetylene welding as required; performs body repair and other metal component repairs.
- Transports equipment from the field to the repair shop facility; performs emergency repairs in the field as required; identifies and reports vehicle problems requiring additional maintenance and repair; notifies supervisors of repair problems beyond the scope of authority and skills.
- Maintains records and logs of services performed and general vehicle information; opens and closes work orders; and documents work hours, parts used, and repairs completed.
- Orders parts as needed; maintains records of parts requisitions and stock inventory.
- Maintains shop facility, cleans work areas, and removes debris; maintains the work zone and all equipment in safe operating condition, disposes of lubricants and chemicals in accordance with all safety procedures.
The City of Waco offers a complete benefits package for eligible employees including; health, dental, vision, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Flexible Spending Accounts, life insurance, long term and short term disability, retirement, deferred compensation plans, holidays, vacation, sick leave, credit union and savings bonds.
To learn more about the benefits offered, visit our Benefits page.
Why Work For Waco:- Meaningful and challenging work
- Make a difference and improve communities
- Competitive Salary and Benefits
- Full Range of Benefits, including Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
- Mandatory TMRS Retirement Plan with a 2:1 City Match
- Education Assistance Program
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance
- Longevity Pay
- And More!
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ABOUT THE COMPANY
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City of Waco
Show moreWaco is centrally located in the heart of Texas on the I-35 corridor midway between Dallas-Fort Worth and Austin. This progressive and diverse city with a vibrant community spirit offers major attractions, museums, recreation, and abundant shopping to more than 140,000 residents. Waco is the 25th largest city in Texas and the county seat of McLennan County.
Waco is not only briming with Texas history, economic opportunity, and a rich variety of cultural experiences, it is also a major seat of high learning within three major colleges in its city limits including Baylor University, Texas State Technical College and McLennan Community College.
The city is also the birthplace of Dr. Pepper, the Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum and the Texas Sports Hall of Fame. Waco boasts one of the biggest and best municipal parks in Texas, Cameron Park. While the park is located in the middle of downtown situated on the Brazos and Bosque River it hosts numerous races, triathlons, boat races and much, much more.
Governance and Organization
Waco is a home rule city with a council-manager form of government. The City Council is comprised of a Mayor, elected at-large, and five City Council members representing single-member districts, all serving two-year terms. The City Council sets the tax rate, approves the budget, appoints members to City boards and commissions, enacts City ordinances, and appoints the City Manager, City Attorney, City Secretary, and the Municipal Court Judge.
The City has a strong Financial Management Policy that guides the operation and delivery of quality City services, contributes to excellent AA+ and Aa1 bond ratings, and maintains an unassigned fund balance reserve in the General Fund equal to 28% of current year budgeted expenditures. The City of Waco has more than 1,600 employees and a total operating budget of over $400 million.
The City provides a full range of municipal services including a regional airport, animal services, building inspections, code enforcement, convention and visitors bureau, emergency management, housing and community development, economic development, fire, public health, library, municipal court, parks and recreation, planning, police, public works, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame Museum, utilities and zoo operations.
The City Council and City Manager are committed to the mission of providing exemplary municipal services for citizens and visitors in a collaborative and transparent manner while honoring the public’s trust. Waco values include providing excellent and innovative services, promoting equality and inclusion, focusing on teamwork, investing in people and always doing the right thing.
With the City of Waco, you will find our home; where everyone belongs and thrives as move forward together.
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