This position is responsible for the mechanical repair and maintenance of vehicles and equipment.

Examples of Duties

• Performs engine, exhaust, electrical, brake, hydraulic, HVAC, transmission, and other repairs on a variety of vehicles and equipment.

• Performs scheduled preventative maintenance functions, including checking the condition of and operation of batteries, tires, lights, transmissions, exhaust systems, brakes, etc.; checks and changes fluids and filters.

• Performs a variety of engine diagnostic procedures.

• Performs emergency roadside repairs on vehicles as required; troubleshoots vehicle/equipment failures at job sites.

• Completes required paperwork related to work orders and purchases requests.

• Maintains shop equipment and assigned tools.

• Welds and fabricates parts.

• Requisitions parts, materials, and supplies.

• Itemizes and codes parts.

• Delivers vehicles and equipment to the dealer for repairs.

• Performs small engine repairs.

• Maintains the shop and performs housekeeping duties.

• Performs related duties.

Typical Qualifications

• Knowledge and level of competency commonly associated with completion of specialized training in the field of work, in addition to basic skills typically associated with a high school education.

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  Sufficient experience to understand the basic principles relevant to the major duties of the position, usually associated with the completion of an apprenticeship/internship or having had a similar position for one to two years.

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  Possession of or ability to readily obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the State of Florida for the type of vehicle or equipment operated.

Supplemental Information

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION

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  Knowledge of the methods, tools and equipment utilized in the repair and maintenance of a wide variety of vehicles and equipment.

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  Knowledge of department and city policies and procedures.

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  Knowledge of work safety principles.

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  Knowledge of preventative maintenance schedules.

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  Knowledge of computers and job-related software programs.

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  Skill in the operation of a variety of vehicles and equipment.

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  Skill in the diagnosis and repair of a variety of vehicles and equipment.

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  Skill in problem solving.

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  Skill in prioritizing and planning.

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  Skill in interpersonal relations.

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  Skill in oral and written communication.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS

The Underground Utilities Superintendent assigns work in terms of general instructions. The supervisor spot-checks completed work for compliance with procedures, accuracy, and the nature and propriety of the final results.

GUIDELINES

Guidelines include manufacturer maintenance and repair manuals, work safety guidelines, and city and department policies and procedures. These guidelines are generally clear and specific but may require some interpretation in application.

COMPLEXITY/SCOPE OF WORK

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  The work consists of related vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair duties. The variety of equipment to be maintained contributes to the complexity of the work.

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  The purpose of this position is to repair and maintain city vehicles and equipment. Successful performance helps ensure the provision of safe and well-maintained vehicles for a variety of department and city operations.

CONTACTS

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  Contacts are typically with co-workers, vendors, suppliers, and other city employees.

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  Contacts are typically to exchange information, resolve problems, and provide services.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/ WORK ENVIRONMENT

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  The work is typically performed while intermittently sitting, standing, walking, bending, crouching or stooping. The employee frequently lifts light and heavy objects, climbs ladders, uses tools or equipment requiring a high degree of dexterity, distinguishes between shades of color, and utilizes the sense of smell.

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  The work is typically performed in a garage, stockroom, and outdoors, occasionally in cold or inclement weather. The employee may be exposed to noise, dust, dirt, grease, machinery with moving parts, contagious or infectious diseases, or irritating chemicals. Work requires the use of protective devices such as masks, goggles, gloves, etc.

SUPERVISORY AND MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY

None.

PTO Leave: Leave begins accruing immediately; however, cannot be used until three (3) months of service has been completed: The schedule varies slighter for Fire Fighters.

Years Of Service Completed Annual Leave Cap Available
less than 5 years: 152 hours
5 to 9 years: 176 hours
10 to 14 years: 200 hours
15 to 19 years: 224 hours
20 + years: 248 hours

At the end of the year, any unused PTO leave will be placed in your PTO bank (up to 380 total hours). Time will be accrued bi-weekly & shown on each paycheck. After the 380 hours are filled, any unused PTO leave will be lost and cannot be used the following year.

RETIREMENT: General employees are fully vested after 10 years of employment. Employees can become partially vested at five (5) years of service. Partial vesting at five (5) years is 50%, six (6) years 60%, seven (7) years 70%, eight (8) years 80%, and nine (9) years 90%. General Employees are eligible for normal retirement upon the earlier of reaching age 55 and the completion of 10 years of credited service or reaching age 50 and the completion of 20 years of credited service. The amount of normal retirement benefit is based on your credited service and average final compensation. See General Employees’ Pension Plan Summary for more details.

HOLIDAYS: Employees receive 14 holidays per year. The holidays are:

• New Year's Day
• Martin Luther King Jr. Day
• Presidents' Day
• Memorial Day
• Juneteenth
• July 4th
• Labor Day
• Veterans' Day
• Thanksgiving Day
• Friday After Thanksgiving
• Christmas Eve
• Christmas Day
• New Year's Eve
• Employee's Birthday

INSURANCE:* Florida Blue Health, Humana Dental & Securian Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D Insurance premiums are paid in full by the City for the Employee. Florida Blue Tiered Family Coverage available but paid by Employee via paycheck. (Blue Option LG Plan 03559 Spouse only $630/month; Child/Children $540/month; and Family $1,200/month) (Blue Option LG Plan HDHP Spouse only $508/month; Child/Children $244/month; and Family $767/month).

Spouse Dental Coverage only $34.85/month; Child/Children $49.31/month; Family Dental Coverage $87.48/month. Vision Coverage available: Employee only: $5.24/month; Spouse only $10.50/month; Child/Children $9.97/month; and Family $15.67/month). Both are covered by Humana. The City also offers a suite of Allstate Worksite products available for purchase.

Note: Insurance coverage takes effect on the 1st of the month 60 days after employment.

• Rough estimates are not necessarily exact.

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457 Plan Corebridge Financical: Optional 457 Deferred Compensation Plan – See Human Resources for more details.