Vehicle Mechanic, Senior
Salary
$42,924.96 Annually
Location
222 Pine Avenue, Albany, Georgia 31701, GA
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
26-05-030
Department
Fleet Management
Opening Date
07/15/2026
Closing Date
7/29/2026 11:59 PM Eastern
The Position
The purpose of this classification is to perform skilled/mechanical work functions associated with repair and maintenance of automotive and mechanical equipment.
Duties
Diagnoses, maintains, and performs general mechanical repair work on light and heavy equipment, vehicles, and other machinery.
Performs general mechanical repair, maintenance, and preventive maintenance work, such as dismantling, overhauling, repairing and reassembling engines, removing/replacing transmissions, servicing automatic transmissions, etc.
Inspects, tests and repairs engine components and systems such as ignition systems, computerized engine controls, electronic fuel injection systems, steering systems, electrical systems, suspension systems, hydraulic brake systems, engine cooling systems, fuel systems, charging systems, starting systems, emission systems, air conditioning systems, etc.
Performs routine and preventive maintenance on vehicles and equipment such as pumping fuel into vehicles, checking/replacing fluid levels, draining/replacing oil, changing/replacing filters, lubricating mechanical parts, rotating tires, replacing tires/belts/hoses, checking batteries, greasing equipment, flushing radiators, performing basic body repair, performing light welding and fabrication.
Operates a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools associated with repairing, maintaining and testing vehicles and equipment which may include a service truck, bus, dump truck, fire truck, tractor, forklift, sweeper, trailer, bulldozer, backhoe, end loader, fuel truck, generator, tire changer, computerized tire balancer, battery/charging system analyzer, transfer pump, air conditioner recovery/recycling machine, air wrench, air compressor, pressure washer, hydraulic jack, grease gun, tire hammer, welder, torch, metal grinder, drill press, gauges, mechanic tools, volt ohmmeter, diagnostic instruments, etc.
Tests machinery, equipment and parts for proper operations; reports problem situations.
Performs general maintenance tasks necessary to keep tools and equipment in good working condition; reports faulty equipment for repair.
Makes emergency service calls for disabled vehicles at job sites or on the road.
Receives various forms, reports, work orders, diagrams, manuals, or other documentation; reviews, processes and maintains as appropriate.
Communicates via telephone and/or two-way radio; provides information and assistance; takes and relays messages and/or directs calls to appropriate personnel; returns calls as necessary.
Responds to routine requests for information or assistance from employees, the public, or other individuals.
ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS
Obtains and/or transports parts/supplies as needed.
Performs general cleaning/housekeeping tasks associated with maintaining vehicles, equipment, and shop areas.
Provides assistance to other employees or departments as needed.
Performs other related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
High school diploma or GED required; supplemented by vocational/technical training in mechanics ; additionally, two (2) years previous experience and/or training involving automotive/mechanical repair and maintenance; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job. Must possess and maintain valid Air Conditioning/CFC Recovery certification. Must possess and maintain Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in Automotive or Truck Specialization. Must obtain and maintain a valid Georgia Commercial Drivers License within six (6) months of hire.
Core Competencies & ADA Compliance
Data Utilization: Requires the ability to review, classify, categorize, prioritize, and/or analyze data and/or information. Includes exercising discretion in determining data classification, and in referencing such analysis to established standards for the purpose of recognizing actual or probable interactive effects and relationships.
Human Interaction: Requires the ability to exchange information for the purpose of clarifying details within well established policies, procedures and standards.
Equipment, Machinery, Tools, and Materials Utilization: Requires the ability to overhaul, restore, renovate, construct, and/or rebuild equipment, machinery, or objects, requiring adherence to prescribed standards and specifications. Requires the ability to operate and control the actions of the same equipment, machinery, and/or objects.
Verbal Aptitude: Requires the ability to utilize a variety of reference, descriptive, and/or advisory data and information.
Mathematical Aptitude: Requires the ability to perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division; ability to calculate decimals and percentages; may require ability to utilize principles of fractions and/or interpret graphs.
Functional Reasoning: Requires ability to apply principles of rational systems; to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagrammatic, or schedule form; and to exercise independent judgment to adopt or modify methods and standards to meet variations in assigned objectives.
Situational Reasoning: Requires the ability to exercise the judgment, decisiveness and creativity required in situations involving evaluation of information against measurable or verifiable criteria.
ADA COMPLIANCE
Physical Ability: Tasks require the regular and, at times, sustained performance of moderately physically demanding work, typically involving some combination of climbing and balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, and crawling, and that may involve the lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling of moderately heavy objects and materials (20-50 pounds).
Sensory Requirements: Some tasks require the ability to perceive and discriminate colors or shades of colors, sounds, odor, depth, texture, and visual cues or signals. Some tasks require the ability to communicate orally.
Environmental Factors: Tasks may risk exposure to adverse environmental conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, wetness, humidity, rain, fumes, temperature and noise extremes, machinery, vibrations, electric currents, traffic hazards, or toxic agents.
The City of Albany, Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City of Albany, Georgia will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.
Employer Paid: Vacation Pay, Sick Pay, Holiday Pay, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Life Insurance, Defined Benefit Retirement Plan
Optional:Vision Insurance, Short Term Disability Insurance, Long Term Disability Insurance, 457(b) Plan
Whole Life Insurance, Critical illness Insurance, Discounted YMCA Membership
Employer City of Albany, Georgia
Address 222 Pine Avenue
Suite 360
Albany, Georgia, 31701
Phone 229-302-1541
Website http://www.albanyga.gov