Mechanic III

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more

information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13632485

**The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.**

**Distinguishing Features of Work**

As a **Mechanic 3** in Fleet Services, youll play an essential role in

keeping our city moving by ensuring the reliability of a wide range of

vehicles and heavy equipmentfrom light-duty trucks and fire apparatus to

complex diesel engines and hydraulic systems. This position is perfect

for a highly skilled and detail-oriented technician who enjoys

diagnosing, repairing, and performing preventive maintenance on diverse

types of machinery. Youll have the chance to lead by example, stepping

in to support your team and even taking on supervisory duties when

needed. Working in a collaborative environment, youll utilize advanced

diagnostic tools and your extensive expertise to resolve challenging

mechanical issues, ensuring safety and operational efficiency across the

citys fleet. This role not only requires technical proficiency but also

offers the opportunity to specialize and gain valuable experience across

five unique shops focused on heavy equipment, light vehicles, fire

assets, body repairs, and light equipment maintenance. This is highly

technical work in the diagnosis, repair, and preventive maintenance of

cars, trucks, and heavy equipment. Work is supervised and assisted as

needed by a higher-level mechanic or a supervisor.

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Examples Of Work Performed

• Completes preventive maintenance on vehicles, trailers, or heavy

equipment, such as oil changes, tire rotation, replacing filters,

servicing transmissions, lubricating chassis and drive lines.

• Performs engine and transmission diagnostics with scan tools or

laptop computers. Conducts test drives to verify drivability

complaints and to verify the repairs made.

• Diagnose and repair electrical systems.
• Diagnose and repair air and hydraulic brake systems
• Diagnose and repair automatic and manual transmission drivability

issues

• Diagnose and repair hydraulic system issues including hydraulic

pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, and other components on heavy

vehicles and equipment.

• Diagnose and repair driveline and suspension systems.
• Diagnose and repair heating and air conditioning systems.
• Diagnose, repair, rebuilds, and replaces diesel and gas engines.
• Remove, replace, and modify, mufflers, tailpipes and other exhaust

components.

• Tow vehicles and equipment using a roll back and sling type wrecker
• Maintains written record of work performed.
• Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a

vehicle.

• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related

duties may be assigned as needed.

**Requirements of Work**

Thorough knowledge of all tools and equipment used in the trade and the

ability to use these tools to perform repair work on vehicles/equipment.

Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.

Ability to weld and cut using gas or electrical equipment.

Ability to read, interpret, and apply information contained in technical

repair manuals and electronic diagnostic equipment.

Ability to climb onto equipment and make repairs as high as 25' in

height.

Ability to lift, bend, and twist while making repairs to vehicles and

heavy equipment.

Ability to tolerate exposure to fluids and solvents in vehicle repair

work.

Ability to perform continuous manual and physical labor while standing

on cement floor.

Ability to lift and carry bulky objects weighing up to 50 pounds

(heavier objects with the assistance of another person) for distances up

to 100 feet.

Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of pressure using to ls that tighten,

loosen, or cut.

Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with

associates and employees of other departments.

Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally or in writing.

Assumes the responsibilities of supervisor in his or her absences.

Must be highly proficient in utilizing diagnostic scan tools and other

troubleshooting devises.

A valid Kansas driver's license is required.

A valid Kansas commercial driver's license (CDL) is required. If you

are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or

obtain a CDL from your home country.

Compliance with ASE policy will be required at time of hire and

throughout duration of employment.

Possession of at least four eligible ASE certifications when hired.

Will require ASE certification attainment consistent with ASE policy.

Preferred Certifications From Tracs A, E, L And T. Skill set will be the primary factor in determining hire, promotion, and

transfer decisions between shops.

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