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11 Office Use Only: Master Diesel Technician - $20.11/hr plus full City benefit package – closes 1/2/2014 POSITION APPLIED FOR: Date: Employment Application City of Cody P.O. Box 2200 ~ Cody, WY 82414 Name Last First Middle Street/Mailing Address: City St Zip Email Address: Work Phone: Home Phone: Cell Phone: List other names, if any, used on employment or education records: Are you prevented from lawfully becoming employed in this country because of Visa or Immigration Status? □ Yes □ No Are you 18 yrs or older? □ Yes □ No Are you under the age of 14? □ Yes □ No For Temporary/Seasonal Hire – Please complete the following. Dates Available for Employment: From to Have you ever been convicted of a felony? □ Yes □ No If yes, describe in full detail, giving dates (Criminal convictions are not an absolute bar to employment, but will be considered in relation to specific job requirements.) Have you ever worked for or are you currently working for the City of Cody? □ Yes □ No If yes, please give dates and department(s): Prior Position(s): Reason(s) for leaving: Do you have any relatives working for the City of Cody? □ Yes □ No If yes, please give their name, department and relationship: P E R S O N A L I N F O R M A T I O N ---PAGE BREAK--- E D U C A T I O N School Name and Address of School Course Circle Last Year Did You List Diploma Of Study Completed Graduate or Degree(s) High 8 9 10 11 12 □ Yes □ No College 1 2 3 4 □ Yes □ No Other (Specify) S P E C I A L S K I L L S Special Skills Relating To The Position For Which You Are Applying: (clerical skills, heavy equipment operating skills, etc.) C E R T I F I C A T I O N S Driver’s License: If required for this position: Do you have a valid Driver’s License? □ Yes □ No State: License Number: Expiration Date: Do you have a Commercial Driver’s License? □Yes □ No If yes, specify: Class: B, C) Endorsements Held: Hazardous Material □ Tanker □ Airbrakes □ Passenger □ (Please check all that apply) Other (specify) Certificates: (CPA, PE, Boiler Operator, Life guard, etc) Name and address of Licensing Agency Type of License Endorsement/Restriction (if applicable) Date Licensed Date Expires (if applicable) ---PAGE BREAK--- E M P L O Y M E N T H I S T O R Y Employment Experience Instructions: Begin with your present or most recent job and list your entire work experience with emphasis on experience relevant to the position for which you are applying. Include military service and any volunteer work which provided experience that would help you qualify. If the space below is not adequate, you may continue this section on a separate sheet of paper. This information must be completed. Notice to Applicants: Information that you provide on this application is subject to verification. Previous employers may be contacted as references or for verification. Do you want to be informed before we contact your present employer? □ Yes □ No Current Employer: Mailing Address: Street Address: Date Employed: From Salary/Wage: Position(s) Held: Contact Name and Title: Phone Description of work performed: Reason for leaving: Past Employer: Mailing Address: Street Address: Date Employed: From Salary/Wage: Position(s) Held: Contact Name and Title: Phone Description of work performed: Reason for leaving: Past Employer: Mailing Address: Street Address: Date Employed: From Salary/Wage: Position(s) Held: Contact Name and Title: Phone Description of work performed: Reason for leaving: AUTHORIZATION TO RELEASE INFORMATION I certify that all information provided in this application is true and complete. I understand misrepresentation or omission of facts during the application or selection process may disqualify me from further consideration and may be cause for dismissal. I understand the City of Cody may conduct a background investigation, which may include obtaining information as to my character, reputation, and mode of living. This may include interviews with my relatives, neighbors, friends, former employers, schools and others. I understand I have the right to make a written request within a reasonable time for the disclosure of the name and address of any consumer reporting agency which may be utilized in the background investigation so I may obtain a complete disclosure of the nature and scope of the investigation. I authorize the investigation of any or all statements contained in this application and also authorize any person, school, current employer (except as previously noted), past employers and organizations named in this application to provide relevant information and opinions that may be useful in making a hiring decision. I release such persons and organizations from any legal liability in making such statements. I understand that if I am extended an offer of employment it may be conditioned upon my successfully passing a complete pre- employment physical examination. I consent to the release of any or all medical information as may be deemed necessary to judge my capability to do the work for which I am applying. I understand that I may also be required to successfully pass drug and alcohol screening examinations. I hereby consent to pre- and/or post-employment drug and alcohol screens as a condition of employment, if required. I have read, understand, and by my signature, consent to these statements. I authorize investigation of all information contained in this application. Signature of Applicant Date (Revised 2013) References: List three references, excluding relatives, who have knowledge of your ability to perform this job. Name of Reference Complete Mailing Address Telephone Number Years Acquainted ---PAGE BREAK--- Past Employer: Mailing Address: Street Address: Date Employed: From Salary/Wage: Position(s) Held: Contact Name and Title: Phone Description of work performed: Reason for leaving: Past Employer: Mailing Address: Street Address: Date Employed: From Salary/Wage: Position(s) Held: Contact Name and Title: Phone Description of work performed: Reason for leaving: Past Employer: Mailing Address: Street Address: Date Employed: From Salary/Wage: Position(s) Held: Contact Name and Title: Phone Description of work performed: Reason for leaving: Past Employer: Mailing Address: Street Address: Date Employed: From Salary/Wage: Position(s) Held: Contact Name and Title: Phone Description of work performed: Reason for leaving: ---PAGE BREAK--- Master Mechanic, page 2 City of Cody Job Description Title: Master Diesel Technician Code: 466 Department: Public Works Effective Date: 12/2013 Division: Vehicle Maintenance Last Revised: GENERAL PURPOSE Performs a variety of master level skilled duties as needed to repair and maintain both diesel and gas powered equipment and vehicles. SUPERVISION RECEIVED Works under the general supervision of the Lead Mechanic. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Maintains various maintenance records; monitors use of parts and assures proper availability of inventory; negotiates prices and orders parts and materials; operates computer to input expense information related to division operations, projects and inventory; monitors computerized preventive maintenance program. Performs complex maintenance and repair projects on gasoline and diesel vehicles; performs brake jobs, wheel balancing, tune-ups etc.; performs complex diagnostics and computer scanning; works on electronic fuel injection equipment, pulls engines, repairs electrical components, cooling system, etc.; oversees and performs emergency field repairs and service. Performs maintenance on various types of equipment, large and small, including Jet/Vac truck, sweeper, garbage trucks, grader, loaders, excavator, bobcat, tractor trailer, power trucks, spool trailer, cable puller, dumps, backhoe, snow plows, sanders, police vehicles, pickups, SUV’s, mowers, weedeaters, trencher, etc. Performs customization and installation of police vehicle equipment, i.e., light package, radio, video, computer, etc. Performs emergency welding and hardfacing using electric and acetylene equipment; modifies parts, reinforces frames, plow blades, sanders, etc. Provides training and instruction to less experienced personnel in complex maintenance and repair of automotive and heavy duty equipment; provides general instruction to equipment operators in making minor repairs and performing pre-operational check of equipment. Monitors all work activities and procedures to assure compliance with established safety standards; enforces safety practices. Operates equipment and vehicles to test and analyze problems; may operate equipment in the field on projects as needed to meet staffing needs or respond to emergencies. Performs related duties as required. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS 1. Education and Experience: A. Graduation from high school or GED; plus two years of field experience or certification of specialized training provided through professional workshops, trade school, or technical college in automotive and/or heavy equipment mechanics; AND B. Two years of progressively responsible experience in a field directly related to above duties; OR ---PAGE BREAK--- Master Mechanic, page 2 C. An equivalent combination of education and experience. 2. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Considerable knowledge of the design, adjustment, operation, maintenance, and repair of diversified mechanical and electrical equipment including light, medium, and heavy gasoline and diesel engines; materials and tools used in equipment maintenance; safety practices required by state and other laws; EPA regulations; hazards common to heavy equipment operation; installation and repair of automotive air conditioning systems, servicing and repair of air brakes and air systems, auto electrical systems and equipment; gas and arc welding; hydraulics, pneumatic and air equipment. Some knowledge of principles and techniques of supervision; computer operations and applications including word processing, spreadsheet and database programs. Master level skill in the use of mechanical tools, materials, and testing equipment. Considerable skill in the operation of vehicles and heavy equipment. Ability to diagnose complex and non-routine mechanical and electrical defects and determine parts and adjustments necessary to repair equipment; communicate effectively verbally and in writing; plan, organize; read and interpret engineering plans and specifications; visualize completed projects in planning stages and estimate the end results; estimate quantity of materials accurately; develop and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, co-workers, and the public. 3. Special Qualifications: Must possess a valid Wyoming CDL Class Drivers License with passenger and tanker endorsements within 6 months of hiring Must be an ASE certified truck master mechanic within one year of hiring. Must be an ASE certified auto master mechanic within two years of hiring. May be required to be certified to perform state safety and emissions inspections. 4. Work Environment: Incumbent of the position normally works in a safe, climate controlled environment. Occasionally, tasks require a variety of physical activities, generally involving muscular strain, such as walking, standing, stooping, sitting, reaching and lifting. Talking, hearing and seeing essential to performing required job functions. Common eye, hand, finger dexterity required. Mental application utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability and discriminating thinking and some creative problem solving. Periodic exposure to weather extremes and conditions.