Santa Fe County NM · 2 weeks ago
Vehicle Mechanic Lead
Santa Fe, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expSanta Fe County NM is seeking a Vehicle Mechanic Lead to perform diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment. The role includes delegating work to subordinate staff, responding to emergency road calls, and ensuring safety protocols are followed in the maintenance of equipment.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Diagnoses vehicle maintenance problems and performs computer testing on electronic systems; determines required parts; prepares repair orders and inputs data into computer; schedules vehicles for maintenance and/or repair; delivers vehicles scheduled for services by external vendors
Overhauls gasoline or diesel engines; installs clutches; realigns front ends; performs necessary welding; disassembles engines; inspects parts for wear and damage; repairs or replaces parts and reassembles engines; overhauls regulator and starter systems; rebuilds carburetors, fuel pumps, water pumps, distributors and other accessories; tunes engines; repairs air conditioning systems, brake systems, front and rear suspensions, steering components and exhaust systems; repairs flat tires; tows in vehicles needing repair
Operates fork lift; checks fuel and fluid levels and fills as needed; operates diagnostic equipment; replaces windows and windshields; test drives equipment or vehicle after work is performed to ensure proper operation
Opens and closes shop as needed; responds to road calls in the field for emergency repairs; assists other mechanics in the completion of work orders; helps with snow removal; performs maintenance on furniture as needed
Maintains log of vehicle repairs orders; maintains shop and work area ensures proper care and follows established safety protocols in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies; promotes continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices. Serves as Fleet Service Manager in his/her absence as requested
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent plus any combination of formal training and/or experience in vehicle service, maintenance, and/or repair totaling six (6) years
Must obtain and maintain CPR, crane and forklift certifications
Selected candidate must submit to and pass a County paid pre-employment physical and drug/alcohol screening
Selected candidate must submit to and pass a county paid criminal background screening
Selected candidate must possess and maintain a valid New Mexico Class D Drivers License
Preferred
ASE certification preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
Voluntary Life and AD&D
Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Gym Membership
Company
Santa Fe County NM
Santa Fe County is the governing body responsible for overseeing the administration and management of Santa Fe County, located in the state of New Mexico, USA.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
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