CITY OF BRIDGEPORT, CONNECTICUT
The City of Bridgeport, CT is now accepting submissions for the position of
FLEET MECHANIC
Salary: $65,707.00 - $70,078.00 per year. This position includes a comprehensive benefits package. This
summary provides a brief overview of the benefits available to regular full-time municipal employees;
depending on the employee group some of these benefits may include: retirement pension administered by
CMERS (Connecticut Municipal Employees Retirement System), health insurance (medical, dental, vision,
prescription), life, disability, paid leave, paid holidays, 457(b) deferred compensation plan (employee paid), and
other voluntary employee paid benefits.
To Apply: Please mail, deliver or email a resume, supplied application, and copies of all required
licenses/certifications to the Civil Service Commission office, 45 Lyon Terrace, room 106, Bridgeport, CT
06604. Required documents can be emailed to COB.Jobs@bridgeportct.gov.
Deadline to apply to be determined. (Any/all changes to this deadline shall be at the discretion of the City of
Bridgeport).
Municipal Profile
The City of Bridgeport is located in Fairfield County at the mouth of the Pequonnock River on Long Island
Sound. It is boarded by the towns of Trumbull to the north, Fairfield to the west, and Stratford to the east; with
an approximate population of 147,000, 50,367 households, and a population density of 9,226 residents per
square mile. The City has a Mayor-City Council form of government. The City’s Mayor is the chief executive
officer of the City and serves four-year term(s). The City Council, which acts as the City’s legislative body,
consists of twenty (20) members elected for two-year terms.
Public Facilities Administration
The essential functions or duties described below are the primary functions and duties of the position. There may be other
types of work that may be performed and the omission of a particular duty or function does not exclude that duty or function
from the position provided the duty or function is similar in work, related to the work, or logically assigned to the position.
Duties that are characteristic as to type and level:
Under general supervision, performs skilled diagnostic and repair worked on a variety of light, medium and heavy duty
municipal fleet vehicles at the journeyman (M/F) level. Diagnoses mechanical/electrical failures. Determines the optimum
method of repair and adjusts vehicle components and systems. Repairs, rebuilds and reconditions automotive and various
parks, sanitation, roadway and building maintenance equipment. Performs preventive maintenance. Inspects and road
tests vehicles. Records labor and parts utilized on department’s forms. Performs related works as required.
Minimum qualification requirements:
a. Working knowledge of the modern theories, practices, tools and equipment of the automotive mechanics and
heavy equipment trade. Working knowledge of the operation principles and mechanics of internal combustion
and diesel engines, automotive power steering, heavy equipment hydraulics, air- conditioning equipment,
emissions control systems, automotive electronics and air brakes as well as all types of transmissions. Future
requirement of training, knowledge and ASE Job Description-Automotive Mechanic.
Ability to operate variety of construction and maintenance equipment; Working knowledge of the occupational
hazards and safety precautions of the automotive mechanics trade; Ability to read and interpret electronic
diagrams; Ability to understand and follow verbal and written instructions; Ability to utilize welding and metal
cutting equipment and procedures; Possession of tools related to the automotive trade as specified by
supervisor.
Possession of valid Connecticut State Commercial Driver’s License (CDL), Class B; with applicable
endorsements required to operate the various City of Bridgeport vehicles, etc.
b. As to education, training and experience:
High school diploma or GED, supplemented by technical courses in automobile mechanics and theory. Three
years of experience as a Journeyman (M/F) auto mechanic, engaged in the repair of variety of automobile
equipment including experience in the repair of heavy duty construction and maintenance equipment.
Whatever possible, equivalent of education will be considered.
The qualifications and salary level(s) for this position will be based upon successful completion of the following
ASE (Auto Service Excellence) requirements; in addition to years of satisfactory municipal experience, and
managerial discretion:
Level 1: 2 ASE Tests in Auto/Lt. Truck and 2 ASE Med/Heavy Truck*
Level 2: 4 ASE Test in Auto/Lt. Truck and 4 ASE Med/Heavy Truck
and/or
Two (2) years satisfactory municipal mechanic experience at managerial discretion, with
completion of employee competency evaluation form.
Level 3: Master ASE Certification in Auto/Lt. Truck and 4 ASE Med/Heavy Truck
and/or
Three (3) years satisfactory municipal mechanic experience at managerial discretion, with
completion of employee competency evaluation form.
Level 4: Master ASE Certification in Auto/Lt. Truck and Master ASE in Med/Heavy Truck
and/or
Four (4) years satisfactory municipal mechanic experience at managerial discretion, with
completion of employee competency evaluation form.
*All hires are required to have a Class B CDL along with a certification in Med/Heavy truck brakes and a
minimum of one additional ASE in Auto/LT or Med/Heavy Duty truck. When hired the Mechanic must have
a total of 4 ASE before the end of their 6-month probationary period.
c. Additional requirements applicable to Fleet Mechanics located in the Police Department:
a valid motorcycle license and motorcycle repair experience for diagnosis, repairs and test drives;
a valid CT gun license for handling police firearms in a safe and proper manner;
watercraft certificate and marine service knowledge for diagnosis, repairs and test drives;
experience with emergency equipment installations and repairs for police and/or other public safety
vehicles.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT
The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met
by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations which do not cause
undue hardship may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, stand, twist, bend, talk, and
hear. Ability to lift and carry objects in excess 75 pounds. Sufficient stamina and good health to perform sometimes
strenuous physical labor.
The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls; and
reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth
perception and the ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts or in outside
weather conditions. Ability to work in poor weather conditions such as cold, heat, rain and snow. The employee is
occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, fumes, toxic or caustic chemicals or airborne particles, risk of
electrical shock, and vibration.
This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, responsibilities,
qualifications, physical, and cognitive which comprise this position. The above is intended to be a fair
representation of the “typical” demands of the position.
An Equal Opportunity Employer MF/AA/DIS
For further information and contact:
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION OFFICE
45 LYON TERRACE, ROOM# 104
BRIDGEPORT, CT 06604
CITY OF BRIDGEPORT, CONNECTICUT
CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION
CITY HALL 45 LYON TERRACE BRIDGEPORT, CONNECTICUT 06604
Non-Competitive/Seasonal Employment Application
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APPLICANT INFORMATION
Last Name
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Name
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Have you ever worked for the City of Bridgeport
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I certify that all information supplied on this application is accurate and truthful to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any
misrepresentation of facts is cause for refusal of employment and/or termination of employment.
I understand that, if I am hired as a seasonal or part-time employee, I am not eligible for any City of Bridgeport sponsored benefits.
In the case of an emailed application, entering your name above will constitute an electronic signature. You may be asked to sign this
application in person if you are offered a position with the City of Bridgeport.
It is the policy of the City of Bridgeport to employ, train, compensate, and promote individuals without regard to race, religion, national
origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
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