Position Description
Job Duties:
The City of Virginia Beach Public Works Fleet Management division is looking to hire a Mechanic Technician II to work at our Landstown Annex location on Dam Neck Road.
The incumbent will perform the following duties:
· Maintenance on light duty, medium duty, and heavy-duty vehicles such as oil changes, lubrication, safety checks, and battery checks.
· Repairs such as minor/major tune-ups, replacing water pumps, hydraulic lines and hoses, and hydraulic trailer brakes.
· Troubleshoot, diagnose, and repair electrical systems and electric over hydraulic controls.
· Repair de-watering pumps and diesel engines; perform hydraulic system repairs including hydrostatic.
· Repairs of heavy-duty hydraulic brakes, air brakes (for 25-ton off-road dump trucks), wet-line brakes, and Rockwell Q- Type brakes.
· Service/repair Allison transmissions.
· Heavy duty vehicle/equipment related maintenance.
· State Inspections if licensed.
This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical.
This position is designated ALPHA I, and the chosen individual may be required to work in emergency events and inclement weather.
CDL Hiring Bonus: Newly hired employees with a valid Class A or B CDL will be eligible for a $2000 hiring bonus paid in three increments during the first year of employment:
$500 with first paycheck
$500 first pay period following six-month interim evaluation (with “meets expectation” performance rating)
$1,000 at conclusion of probationary period (with “meets expectation” performance rating)
The City of Virginia Beach complies with all federal mandates related to positions requiring a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). The city will verify that all employees and prospective employees are registered in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse. For more information on this program and how to register as a CDL driver, please use this link: https://clearinghouse.fmcsa.dot.gov/
**Please Note: This position requires the incumbent obtain a valid 609 Refrigerant Recovery Certification and Commercial Driver’s License within the first year of employment (the probationary period). **
Official City Job Description:
Working Conditions:
https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/B.002873.pdf
Minimum Requirements:
MINIMUMS: Completion of eighth (8) grade plus three (3) years of experience in mechanical repair work utilizing the required knowledge, skills and abilities and associated with such positions as Line Mechanic, Automotive Mechanic, Heavy Duty Mechanic or Construction Mechanic; or any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities. Must have, or obtain, a current and valid Virginia or North Carolina drivers license in accordance with Virginia or North Carolina DMV drivers license eligibility requirements. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs. This position may require that incumbents wear and maintain appropriate personal protective equipment such as, but not limited to, steel toed shoes, safety glasses, gloves, or other designated safety attire and equipment in designated areas of risk. Specific requirements will be determined and communicated by the employees supervisor based on position assigned. This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to mandatory drug testing. Positive drug test results may result in counseling and/or discipline, up to and including, termination. Positions within this class have been designated as Alpha I positions requiring employees to work during inclement weather, regardless of the Citys operational status. Successful completion of a pre-employment physical. May require a Commercial Drivers License (CDL). May require a State Inspectors License. May require current Refrigerant Recycling Certificate. May require Brake Inspector Certification. May be required to complete Confined Space Entry training.
Additional Requirements:
DMV Transcript: Required
CDL: Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required
Attachments Required: None
Preferences:
- Experience as a heavy vehicle/machine mechanic
- Experience with automotive diagnosing/troubleshooting
- Experience repairing diesel engines
- ASE Certifications
- Work experience with Class 5 to Class 8 trucks
- Air Brake Certification
- Experience with automated fleet work order software
- Valid Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
- Valid State Inspector's License
Special Instructions:
• This is an Alpha I position and may require the incumbent to report during inclement weather and other modified city operations.
• The incumbent is required to obtain a Commercial Driver's License and a valid 609 Refrigerant Recovery Certification within the
first year of employment (the probationary period).
• Please list any current licenses/certifications you possess, including the expiration date (ASE, EVT, VSI, CDL).
- Please complete the application in its entirety and include your resume if required by the posting.
- Your responses to any "Supplemental Questions", if attached to this requisition, must be supported by the information you provide on your application and/or resume; or otherwise demonstrated during the hiring process.
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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.
Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.