Job Opportunity at the ABQ BioPark: 
Mechanic I

The ABQ BioPark consists of the Zoo, Aquarium and Botanic Garden, and Tingley Beach.

This position is employed through a temporary staffing agency, not the City of Albuquerque, and is located at the ABQ BioPark. This full-time position is limited to a two year term.

Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: (Essential functions may include, but are not limited to, the functions listed below)

1. Perform and/or assist in performing minor mechanical repairs and adjustments on a variety of gasoline and diesel automobiles, heavy equipment and other mechanical equipment; demonstrate an ability to learn and apply applicable maintenance policies, procedures, methods, and techniques
2. Assist higher level mechanics on large complex mechanical repair work involving the disassembly and assembly of automotive parts and components
3. Respond to service calls from automobile, bus, and heavy equipment operators; replace batteries, fan belts, starters, generators, and other accessories as appropriate.
4. Analyze failures in mechanical equipment; determine problems and causes; recommend solutions
5. Repair mechanical defects in mechanical equipment; maintain and/or repair air conditioning equipment as required
6. Change and repair tires; perform safety inspections on vehicles and report safety and repair work that is necessary
7. Perform routine operational inspections on assigned equipment and automobiles; replace worn parts; reline and adjust brakes, machine rotors, and drums
8. Inspect and diagnose mechanical defects and problems with automotive, construction, and a variety of other mechanical equipment
9. Fuel, grease and lubricate automotive, construction and heavy equipment; ensure proper fluid levels
10. Operate a variety of shop machinery including lathes, grinders, and presses
11. May drive commercial class vehicles in the public, right of way during delivery, pickup, and road test
12. May deliver and pick up city automobiles, buses, and heavy equipment from outside repair vendors
13. Perform emergency road calls of disabled vehicles, diagnose operational problems and perform repairs as required

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Assist in the general maintenance and cleaning of automotive shop area
2. Perform related duties and responsibilities as required

SUPERVISION RECEIVED AND EXERCISED:

Receive supervision from higher level supervisory or management staff.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements

Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis.

High school or GED, supplemented by thirty (30) credit hours vocational training in mechanical repair or a related field, plus one (1) year experience in mechanical repair or related field.

Preferred Knowledge

• Basic theory of operation of automatic and manual transmission
• Basic principles of automotive repair
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices

Preferred Skills and Ability

• Learn to diagnose problems and repair automotive, electrical, hydraulic, air-conditioning and other mechanical equipment
• Learn to perform required maintenance of automotive equipment including lubrication and general servicing
• Learn to operate a variety of automotive-repair equipment in a safe and effective manner
• Learn to operate brake disc and drum turning machine
• Perform minor adjustments on gasoline and diesel engines
• Work independently in the absence of supervision
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions
• Communicate clearly and concisely
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation

Working Conditions

Environmental:
Shop and field environment; exposure to noise, dust, grease, smoke, fumes, gases; heavy construction equipment; inclement weather conditions.

Physical:
Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for light to heavy lifting and carrying; bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling; standing for prolonged periods; and operating motorized equipment and vehicles.

Work Schedule

Full time Thursday through Monday from 8 am to 5 pm, days off are Tuesday and Wednesday

Pay rate: 

$18.33/hr. This position is employed through a temporary staffing agency, not the City of Albuquerque.

To apply:

Please prepare a cover letter, résumé, writing samples, and contact information for three references.  

Send this information to [email protected] with the subject line Application for Mechanic I with Albuquerque BioPark. Position is open until filled.