Job: MECHANIC III

Job Title: MECHANIC III
Salary: $1,127.00 - $1,709.00 Biweekly $29,302.00 - $44,434.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Houston, Texas

PN# 05543

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MECHANIC III

FIRE DEPARTMENT
LOGISTICS
FLEET MANAGEMENT/HEAVY DUTY
1205 DART STREET
MONDAY - FRIDAY, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM*
*Subject to change

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES/ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Perform scheduled & unscheduled maintenance repairs, modifications and related services to various types of fire apparatus. Diagnose problems and have interaction with supervisor to choose the best course of action and personally repair vehicles & road test. Oversee and or train less skilled personnel as well as work independently or with others. Be able to read electrical schematics, diagnose charts and use shop manuals. Use hand and power tools and various equipment. Stay current on new technology and maintain technical skills by continued education. Maintain a safe clean work environment and perform other duties as assigned. Must furnish own hand tools.

WORKING CONDITIONS
The position involves considerable physical exertion, such as regular climbing of ladders, lifting of heavy objects (up to 80 pounds) on a highly frequent basis and/or assuming awkward positions for long periods of time. There are occasional exposures to extreme levels of temperature, air pollution, noise pollution, chemical gases and substances, and/or contagious diseases or physical trauma conditions of a short-term disabling nature, such as broken bones or temporary loss of sight or hearing.

MINIMUM EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
Requires an Associate's degree in Automotive Technology or certification/licensing in an automotive technology program of over eighteen months (i.e., NIASE).

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Three years of automotive maintenance and repair experience are required. Technical automotive experience may be substituted for the above education requirement on a year-for-year basis.

MINIMUM LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
Valid Texas Driver's License and compliance with the City of Houston policy on driving (AP 2-2). In the Fire Department, a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) and/or a State of Texas Inspection License are preferred. PREFERENCES: Preference will be given to applicants with fire apparatus repair experience, current ASE and/or EVT certifications, State Inspection License and/or A/C Repair. GENERAL INFORMATION: SELECTION/SKILLS TESTS REQUIRED NoneHowever, the Department may administer a skill assessment evaluation.SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YESIf yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.SALARY INFORMATION Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. The salary range for this position is:Salary Range - Pay Grade 19APPLICATION PROCEDURESOnly original applications, resumes and online submissions are accepted for City of Houston jobs, and must be received by the Human Resources Department during posting opening and closing dates. For advanced consideration apply online at: www.houstontx.gov.All new and rehires must pass a pre-employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided."If you need special services or accommodation, please call xxx-xxxx." The City of Houston Human Resources TDD phone number is 713-837-9471.An equal opportunity employer