AUTO MECHANIC II

This intermediate level position performs preventative and corrective maintenance and repairs on all city-owned and operated vehicles and equipment. This classification is distinguished from the position of Auto Mechanic I by the additional skills and experience required. Reports to the Fleet Supervisor.

• Performs preventive and corrective maintenance and repairs on all City-owned and operated vehicles, medium- and heavy-weight trucks and equipment.
• Assists in ensuring mechanics' compliance with all applicable policies, procedures, regulations and standards of safety and quality.
• Assists in ensuring garage equipment is in proper and safe working condition. Maintains a clean and neat shop environment.
• Maintains records of all maintenance work performed.
• Operates and/or maintains a vehicle, mechanic's tools, diagnostic equipment, gas analyzer, etc.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or GED and 6 six years of experience in auto mechanical maintenance and repair work; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities.  
• Must possess (or be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire) ASE refrigerant recovery certification, gas analyzer certification.
• Must possess (or be able to obtain within six (6) months of hire) a valid Florida Class B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement.

**It is the responsibility of the candidate to maintain their licenses and/or certifications as a job requirement.**  

Emergency Management Responsibilities: 
Note: During emergency conditions, all City of Miramar employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. City of Miramar employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of the practices and methods of auto repair and maintenance.
• Knowledge of the tools and equipment used in auto repair and maintenance.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and formulate solutions.
• Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written form.  
• Ability to adapt to an evolving and continually improving environment.  
• Ability to respond to supervision, guidance and direction of superiors in a positive, receptive manner and in accordance with stated policies and procedures.
• Ability to demonstrate a polite, helpful and courteous manner when engaged in any activity with the general public.
• Ability to operate and care for equipment to manufacturer’s specifications and/or within the specified parameters.
• Ability to demonstrate an understanding, consideration, and respect of cultural, religious, and gender differences when interacting with the general public and colleagues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
Requires moderate physical effort including lifting up to 50 pounds. May require frequent crouching, kneeling, bending, and stooping. Frequent periods of standing or walking may be required.

Salary : $48,996 - $72,526