Mechanic II

Under general direction, performs skilled maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment. May exercise technical and functional supervision over assigned staff. 

Work Location
6927 W Commerce (Southwest Service Center), San Antonio, Texas 78228

Work Hours 
6:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m., Tuesday - Friday; will require working overtime during weather events; to include nights , weekends , and holidays .

• Repairs a variety of equipment using hoists and hand tools.
• Utilizes hand tools to dismantle equipment and repairs or replaces defective or worn parts, using hand tools.
• Conducts preventive maintenance inspections and repairs on equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and recommendations, occasionally lifting and carrying parts and equipment weighing 50 pounds.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses equipment needing repair or servicing.
• Maintains records on preventive or corrective maintenance on equipment.
• May train and direct others in servicing equipment.
• Performs related work as required.

• High school diploma or GED equivalent (recognized by the Texas Education Agency or a regional accrediting agency).
• Three (3) years of mechanical repair experience.
• Valid Class 'C' Texas Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in maintenance and basic troubleshooting/repairs on industrial engine powered backup generators.
• Experience on repairs and maintenance of gear and chain powered industrial type conveyors.
• Experience on repairs and maintenance of motor controlled gates.
• Experience on industrial type water pumps.
• Experience in minor welding and cutting.

Applicant Information

• If selected for this position, official transcripts, diplomas, certifications and licenses must be submitted at the time of processing.  Unofficial transcripts and copies of other relevant documents may be attached to the application for consideration in advance.
• Please be advised that if selected for this position, information regarding employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position will be needed for employment verification. Applicants claiming military service to meet the experience requirement for this position may attach a DD214 to the application.
• Full-time City of San Antonio employees are allowed to substitute two years of related experience for one year of higher education or one year of related higher education for two years of experience. Effective July 9, 2010, external applicants must meet the minimum requirements of the job without substitution.
• Applicants selected for employment with the City of San Antonio in this position must receive satisfactory results from pre-employment drug testing and background checks. If required for the position, a physical, motor vehicle record evaluation, and additional background checks may be conducted.

• Knowledge of equipment maintenance and repair procedures, techniques and methods.
• Knowledge of conveyor and automatic door systems and repair procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.
• Knowledge of industrial pump maintenance and repair procedures and techniques.
• Knowledge of basic record keeping procedures and methods.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, supervisors and the public.
• Ability to develop and maintain maintenance records.
• Ability to provide direction and training to assigned staff as needed.
• Ability to perform maintenance and repair procedures on all types of mechanical equipment.
• Ability to perform all the physical requirements of the position, with and without accommodations.
• Working conditions are inside and outside with exposure to temperature variations, dust, and environmental hazards.

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