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CITY OF IOWA CITY – JOB DESCRIPTION
Posi�on Title: Mechanic I – Equipment
Department: Public Works
Division: Equipment
Supervisor: Assistant Superintendent – Equipment
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Civil Service: Yes
Pay Grade: 9
Job Number: 0908
Job Summary
Under general direc�on, performs basic service, maintenance and repairs of vehicles and
equipment in the City municipal fleet.
Essen�al Job Du�es and Responsibili�es
The following duties are normal for this position. These are not to be construed as exclusive
or all-inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.
• Inspects City municipal fleet and equipment for safety defects and road worthiness.
• Inspects mechanical func�ons including the driveline, suspension, steering, brakes,
lights, �res, hoses and exhaust systems.
• Diagnoses and repairs mechanical problems, electrical components, hydraulic systems,
braking systems (both air and hydraulic), suspension systems and cooling system
components.
• Uses equipment such as boom truck and overhead crane to perform ac�vi�es such as
rigging, removal of old material and installa�on of new parts.
• Repairs and adjusts engines (both gas and diesel), transmissions, differen�als, clutches
and hydraulic systems.
• Raises vehicles using hydraulic jack or hoists in a safe manner to remove or replace units
such as engines, transmissions, differen�als or as necessary.
• Tunes up engines, replaces and fits parts including carburetors, fuel injec�on systems,
fuel pumps, strainers, fuel lines, fuel tanks and gauges.
• Replaces electrical components such as alternators, distributors, control modules, relays,
lights and switches.
• Replaces brake system components such as master cylinders, boosters, brake linings,
drums and rotors.
• Replaces, fits and adjusts cooling system components such as radiators, water pumps
and hoses.
• Performs repairs and preventa�ve maintenance on a wide variety of the City's light and
heavy equipment fleet.
• May answer service calls and perform repair work in the field.
• Furnishes personal hand tools for use in performing job du�es.
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• Prepares new vehicles and equipment for service, shutles vehicles, and removes older
ones from the fleet for disposal.
• Responds on-call to emergencies during winter months.
• Cleans work area and shop; offices, equipment, cleans and maintains interior and
exterior of City pool vehicles.
• Reports �me and material costs on computerized work order system.
• Posts applicable parts to work order and keeps detailed work order notes and status up
to date.
• Works with other City divisions to provide professional and courteous internal customer
service.
• Conducts self in a manner which promotes and supports diversity and inclusivity in the
workplace and community.
• Performs other du�es as assigned.
Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Associate’s degree from an accredited educational institution; or two years of related
experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree in
Automo�ve/Diesel Mechanics. Experience in auto/diesel mechanics, fleet maintenance,
or related.
• Forklift certification required within 60 days of hire. Valid State of Iowa driver’s license
with a sa�sfactory driving record. Sa�sfactory driving record. Valid State of Iowa
commercial driver’s license instruc�on permit upon first day in posi�on. Valid State of
Iowa Class B commercial driver’s license with air brake endorsement within 6 months of
hire. Meet federal drug tes�ng requirements. Requires a pre-employment drug screen.
Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check.
Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other
• Associate’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related
experience; or three years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of
education and experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abili�es
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved
writen or oral instruc�ons.
• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized
situa�ons.
• Ability to diagnose and repair air brake system components.
• Ability to diagnose engine malfunc�ons and perform necessary repairs.
• Ability to perform basic mathema�cal calcula�ons and measurement of equipment
tolerances.
• Ability to prepare writen and computer-generated repair orders.
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• Ability to read and interpret service manuals, electrical and hydraulic diagrams and
technical informa�on, safety rules, opera�ng and maintenance instruc�ons, and
procedure manuals.
• Ability to reliably and predictably carry out du�es.
• Ability to speak effec�vely before groups of customers or employees of organiza�on.
• Ability to write work reports.
• Knowledge of gasoline and diesel engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, electrical
systems, computerized engine control and fuel systems.
• Knowledge of OSHA (Occupa�onal Safety and Health Administra�on) regula�ons.
• Knowledge of the opera�on of a wide variety of equipment used in a municipal fleet.
• Skill in computer usage and typing skills.
• Skill in use of tools and repair equipment including engine, electrical and digital
diagnos�c equipment, and precision measuring equipment.
Supervision
No supervision of direct reports.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential duties and responsibilities of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform
the essential duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use
hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally
required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and talk or hear. The employee
regularly lifts and/or moves 25 pounds and will occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
with or without assistance. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision,
distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee
encounters while performing the essential duties and responsibilities of this job. Reasonable
accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
duties and responsibilities.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to moving
mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, risk of electrical shock,
vibration, confined space, and traffic hazards. The employee is frequently exposed to outside
weather condition, dampness, direct sunlight, dust, pollen, insect stings, and animals. The noise
level in the work environment is usually loud. Involves more than moderate exposure to
dangerous situations. Involves more than moderate exposure to stress due to the work
environment and/or crisis situations.
Updated: March 2024
Iowa City is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities
Act as Amended, the City will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with
disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential
accommodations with the employer.
Reviewed/Approved by: Ron Knoche, Public Works Director (4/2024)
I have read and understand the duties and requirements of this job description, and I
agree that I can perform the duties of this position with or without reasonable
accommodation.
Employee Date
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