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:      Public Works/Fleet Operations
Work is performed under the general supervision of an assigned shift supervisor or superintendent. This is journey level maintenance and repair work of City-owned vehicles and equipment.

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

    WORK PERFORMED:
Rebuild, replace and repair automotive, bus, truck and construction equipment bodies, grills and frames. Remove dents and straighten door panels, quarter panels, fenders and hoods with hammer and fender irons. Weld breaks and fractures in sheet metal and frames. Straighten frames and wheels with presses and other equipment. Repair broken and damaged fiberglass. Clean, sand, mask and spray paint automotive and public works equipment, including trucks, cars, road rollers, compressors and other construction and maintenance equipment. Letter and number vehicles and equipment. Install replacement parts and accessory equipment on vehicles. Perform 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. Maintains record of services performed. Utilizes equipment and corrective tools, including air impact wrenches; drill press, hydraulic press; valve grinder; torch welder. Evaluates conditions and determines extent of repair work to be performed. May provide maintenance and repair work on buildings, fixtures, equipment, and the like. 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 vehicles and equipment bodies and frames; 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 vehicle maintenance/repair. Knowledge of paints, lacquers and enamels; paint removers and other surface preparers and finishers and their properties and application. Ability to mix and match paints, including base coat/clear coat and enamels and to apply them by spray gun. Knowledge of tools, materials, methods and practices used in the automotive body repair and painting trade. This includes both metal and fiberglass repairs and refinishing. Ability to use and maintain hand and power tools of the automotive body repair and painting trade. Must be able to weld. Ability to use and maintain bench and hand tools, machines and test equipment of the automotive and mechanical trades in a safe, efficient 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 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 or in writing, to maintain reasonable safety and quality standards; ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with other employees. Excellent work history and attendance record. Possess and maintain a valid Missouri Driver's License and an excellent driving record.

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

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