Job Description

City of Columbia, Missouri, Human Resource Department
P.O. Box 6015, Howard Building, 600 East Broadway
Columbia, Missouri 65205-6015    573.874.7235

    DEPARTMENT / DIVISION:      Parks & Recreation/Parks Management
Work is performed under the general supervision of the Vehicle Maintenance Supervisor in Parks Management. This is journey level maintenance and repair work of City-owned vehicles, mowers, golf carts, and turf specialty equipment.

    SUPERVISION RESPONSIBILITIES:
Usually none; although the employee may be required to provide guidance, training, and assistance to less experienced employees.

    WORK PERFORMED:
(This list is not comprehensive, but indicates duties and responsibilities which may be redefined pursuant to operational needs): Services and repairs turf-specialized equipment which includes several varieties and sizes of commercial mowing equipment, utility vehicles, and golf cart fleets located at facilities throughout the City. Performs services and repairs to gasoline and diesel engines, manual and automatic, and hydrostatic transmissions, rear ends, drive lines, clutch, brake and electrical systems, air conditioning and related equipment, fuel and cooling systems, hydraulics, and air brakes at a vehicle maintenance facility or the site of a vehicle breakdown in sometimes inclement weather. Performs wheel alignment and general overhaul of equipment including disassembly as required, repairing or replacing of damaged or malfunctioning parts or mechanical units, including camshafts, crankshafts, pistons, rings, connecting rods, bearings, valves, and lifters. Performs repetitive arm, wrist and hand movements while in the process of removing or installing parts and components while under vehicles in a prone position; under vehicles on a hoist or over a pit in situations where arms are extended overhead for several minutes at a time; or while climbing ladders to a height of approximately 12 feet and maintaining balance while testing/repairing wiring, lighting, etc. Schedules routine maintenance and maintains record of services performed. Utilizes diagnostic equipment and corrective tools, including but not limited to, air impact wrenches; ignition scope; brake drum; rotor lathe; drill press, hydraulic press; valve grinder; torch welder; metal band saw; mig welder, electric arc welder, and repeated use of electric hand grinder for mowing blade maintenance. Performs preventive maintenance inspections and troubleshooting inspections, evaluates conditions and determines extent of repair work to be performed. Repairs, replaces, and adjusts braking systems, master and wheel cylinders, front-end assemblies, steering systems, suspensions, alignments, and the like. Fabricates specialty parts or items as required. Repairs and services small engines such as push mowers, trimmers, chain saws and related equipment; responsible for receiving truck freight, using forklift or acceptable method to unload shipmen. Drives/operates vehicles and equipment such as: Aerial platform truck, grader, scraper, track loader, military 5 ton wrecker, skidloader, dump truck, backhoe, forklift, bus, semi-tractor/trailer. Maintains a clean, organized work environment; remains accountable for general upkeep of an assigned work vehicle; may provide maintenance and repair work on buildings, fixtures, equipment, and the like. Assists in park and maintenance construction projects. Provides support for various recreation activities and performs pre-trip inspection and refueling of department passenger vans, busses and automobiles. Assists in training of staff for CDL testing. Performs related duties as needed or assigned.

    PARTIAL LISTING OF MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high school or vocational school and four years of progressively responsible experience in the maintenance and repair of gasoline and diesel vehicles and equipment; or any equivalent combination of education and experience which would provide the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Considerable knowledge of standard practices, methods, tools, materials and equipment of the automotive and mechanical trades; and the occupational hazards connected with venicle maintenance/repair. Skill in practical mathematics as applied to automotive industry, including standard and metric numerology, with ability to measure, read and calculate complex figures accurately. Ability to troubleshoot and diagnose problems in various types of vehicles and equipment in a municipal fleet while working independently; may occasionally work at the site of a vehicle breakdown, in sometimes inclement weather. Ability to use and maintain bench and hand tools, machines and test equipment of the automotive and mechanical trades in a safe, effective manner. Must have good physical coordination, flexibility, balance and upper body strength to allow twisting and turning of upper torso while handling components weighing up to 60 lbs; ability to climb into and work in confined spaces such as engine compartments of large trucks, and hydraulic component storage areas on refuse vehicles and compactors and under low clearance equipment. Able to lift, carry and maneuver parts, tools and components. Will occasionally lift and carry weights of 100 lbs for short distances. Ability to tolerate moderate amounts of dust, grit, solvents, oil and other vehicle related products or byproducts normally associated with mechanic work. Ability to communicate effectively with supervisor, orally and in writing, to maintain reasonable safety and quality standards; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees. Ability to work flexible hours during peak equipment use seasons. Excellent work history and attendance record. Possess and maintain a valid Missouri CDL permit (level A), air brake qualified, and passenger endorsements, within 3 months of hire, and obtain license within 6 months of hire. Must also possess and maintain an excellent driving record.

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THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:    MALE / FEMALE

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING