• Performs a variety of technical and skilled mechanic functions for vehicle and equipment maintenance and repair, including, but not limited to, fleet vehicles, such as automobiles and light trucks; light and heavy equipment, such as tractors and graders; and parks tools and equipment, such as mowers, chain saws, pumps, sprayers, and trimmers. Ensures that vehicles and equipment are available for use and consistently maintained in a safe and clean condition.
• Operates a variety of tools, welding equipment, and mechanical hoists and cranes.
• Conducts road testing to ensure that vehicles and equipment operate within prescribed parameters.
• Reads and interprets manuals, drawings, and specifications.
• Provides lead direction and training to lower-level staff; reviews completed work to ensure quality and completeness; and provides input to supervisor on staff performance.
• Evaluates assigned work projects, including materials and staff resources needed to perform the work; estimates time, materials, and equipment necessary for the successful completion of work projects; acquires necessary resources as appropriate.
• Inspects vehicles and equipment for safety and security; identifies and reports hazardous conditions and maintenance needs to supervisor.
• Provides recommendations for contracted services; oversees the work of contracted services to ensure compliance with service agreement and work quality consistent with District standards and expectations.
• Follows safe working practices and makes appropriate use of related safety equipment as required.
• Monitors inventory, orders supplies, and maintains purchase records within authorized budget.
• Maintains records and logs of daily activities.
• Assists with District special events as needed.
• Performs related duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• High School Diploma or GED;
• Four years of relevant work experience, with at least one year in a lead capacity.
• Any combination of training, education, and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Knowledge of:

• Principles and practices of leadership, positive reinforcement, and team dynamics.
• Operational characteristics of a variety of vehicles and equipment and their system components.
• Methods and techniques of using multiple diagnostic tools to identify vehicle and equipment malfunctions.
• Safety practices and equipment related to the work.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices.
• Principles and practices of record keeping.
• Principles and practices of providing high-level of customer service.
• Modern office practices, methods, and computer equipment and application