Mechanic's Helper at City of Benbrook in Benbrook, Texas

Job Description:

Part Time Mechanic’s Helper

SUMMARY OF CLASSIFICATION
Under supervision, assists the Fleet Service Mechanic in cleaning, servicing and maintaining automotive equipment, vehicles and machinery. Also, performs other tasks as needed.

BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
Employee may make minor purchases as required.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES
Changes tires; performs routine maintenance; cleans and maintains the Fleet Maintenance area; drives equipment from departments to the maintenance area for servicing and maintenance; moves equipment around maintenance site; drives vehicle to pick up automotive parts and supplies. Also, performs other duties as directed.

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Ability to sit, stand and transport self from building to building. Has ability to drive a vehicle to and from various work sites. Employee will work in seasonal temperatures bending, kneeling, twisting and climbing in order to repair and transport vehicles. Employee may work with potential mechanical, chemical and electrical hazards. Heavy lifting may be required.

REQUIRED CONTACTS
Employee will be required to communicate in writing and orally with other employees in the work group and outside vendors.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS
Knowledge of routine maintenance tasks such as changing oil, lubricating chassis and changing tires a plus. Candidate must be willing to learn new skills.

MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND CERTIFICATION
High School diploma or GED, Texas Class "C" Driver's License, prior experience in fleet maintenance and tire replacement and repair a plus but not required.