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FUNCTIONAL PURPOSE
Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and performs routine repairs and scheduled maintenance on all types of motor
vehicles used in the postal fleet.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Removes and replaces defective and worn parts as necessary; disassembles, cleans and
replaces re-useable parts; requests replacement parts.
2. Changes fluids and filters; performs routine adjustments necessary to maintain safety,
operational performance, and vehicle driveability.
3. Performs maintenance and repairs resulting from normal preventive maintenance inspections.
4. Performs electrical repairs and/or replaces electrical items and system components.
5. Performs road calls; road tests vehicles as necessary before and after maintenance and
repairs.
6. Reviews historical records of service performed on vehicles; prepares and updates vehicle
service records, annotates repairs and other pertinent data on work orders.
7. Operates standard automotive test equipment necessary to perform routine service and repairs.
8. Repairs air, mechanical, and hydraulic brake systems as required; removes and replaces
engine blocks, transmissions, drive shafts, universal joints, rear end differentials and other
major drive train components including the removal/replacement of wiring, hoses, etc.
9. Removes, replaces and adjusts vehicle hardware and other related parts.
10. Follows all established safety practices and procedures; complies with all postal, local, state,
and federal environmental regulations and policies.
SUPERVISION
Manager, Vehicle Maintenance; Supervisor, Vehicle Maintenance; or other designated supervisor.
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