MACHINIST (AUTOMOTIVE) BID/JOB ANNOUNCEMENT ** ** Machinist (Automotive) Department of Fleet and Facility Management IF YOU ARE A CURRENT CITY EMPLOYEE AND WANT TO EXERCISE YOUR CONTRACTUAL RIGHTS TO BID, YOU MUST APPLY ON THE BID ONLY SITE AT: www.cityofchicago.org/CAREERS ** (Once the website opens, scroll down and click on the button titled Bid Opportunities.)** IN ADDITION, YOU MUST CHECK THE BOX ON THE CAREERS APPLICATION TITLED "ALREADY EMPLOYED BY THIS COMPANY", CORRECTLY ENTER YOUR EMPLOYEE ID, AND SELECT THE CORRECT BARGAINING UNIT. YOU MUST USE THE EMPLOYEE NUMBER FOUND ON THE UPPER LEFT-HAND_ **CORNER OF YOUR PAY CHECK STUB LABELED PAYEE/EMPLOYEE NUMBER. **_ **(NO OTHER FORMAT OR SYSTEM CAN BE USED TO OBTAIN YOUR EMPLOYEE NUMBER). ** **FAILURE TO CHECK THE ALREADY EMPLOYED BY THIS COMPANY BOX, ENTER YOUR EMPLOYEE ID, AND SELECT THE CORRECT BARGAINING UNIT WILL RESULT IN A REJECTED BID APPLICATION. ** **These positions are open to the general public and to all current city employees covered under the terms of the City's collective bargaining agreement with the **Machinists Local 126 (Bargaining Unit 36) Number of positions: 4 Under supervision, functions as an automotive service technician in the inspection, repair, and maintenance of mechanical systems and components in automobiles and light and heavy duty gasoline and diesel driven automotive equipment _ _ ESSENTIAL DUTIES: * Inspects vehicles to ensure mechanical components and automotive systems (e.g., engines, transmissions, brake systems, exhaust and emissions control systems) are secure and operating properly * Reads work orders describing symptoms or problems and uses testing equipment to diagnose and determine source of malfunctions and problems * Refers to technical service manuals and schematic to troubleshoot mechanical problem * Uses hand and power tools to dismantle, repair, or replace worn parts and reassemble components * Overhauls and replaces engines and rebuilds components * Repairs or replaces hoses, valves, compressors, and pumps * Repairs and replaces drive shafts, differentials, and transmissions * Aligns and balances wheels and repairs or replaces tie rods * Runs operational tests on components to ensure that repairs and adjustments made were proper * Prepares work activity reports * Fabricates metal parts by setting up and operating conventional or computer-controlled machine tools (e.g., lathes, milling machines, grinders, drill presses) and/or welds and cuts parts for custom fit, as required * Uses hydraulic jacks or hoists to raise and examine underside of vehicles, as required * Maintains clean and orderly work areas * Performs work on electrical components of automotive equipment (e.g., alternators, batteries, starters, lights) when ancillary to other work being performed NOTE: The list of essential duties is not intended to be inclusive; there may be other duties that are essential to particular positions within the class. Location: Citywide Hours: Vary Days: Vary Days Off: Vary Shift: Varies Salary: $48.38 per hour THIS POSITION IS IN THE CAREER SERVICE Graduation from an accredited college with an Associates degree in Automotive Technology, plus two years of work experience as an automotive technician in the repair and maintenance of gasoline and diesel driven automotive equipment; or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. A valid State of Illinois drivers license is required *Disclaimer ** Accredited means any nationally or regionally accredited college, university, or law school where the applicant is enrolled in or has completed an Associates, Bachelors, Masters, or Juris Doctorate degree program. *Education & Employment Verification - Please be advised that if you are selected to be hired you must provide, upon request, adequate information regarding your educational and employment history as it relates to the qualifications of the position for which you are applying. If you received your degree internationally, all international transcripts/diploma must be accompanied by a Foreign Credential Evaluation. If the City of Chicago cannot verify this information, any offer extended to you will be withdrawn and you will not be hired NOTE: ** You must provide your transcripts or diploma, professional license, or training certificates at time of processing. You must also provide your valid U.S. driver's license at time of processing NOTE: To be considered for this position you must provide information about your educational background and your work experience. You must include job titles, dates of employment, and specific job duties. (If you are a current City employee, Acting Up cannot be considered.) If you fail to provide this information at the time you submit your application, it will be incomplete and you will not be considered for this position. There are three ways to provide the information: 1) you may attach a resume; 2) you may paste a resume; or 3) you can complete the online resume fields _SELECTION REQUIREMENT: _ This position does not require a test or interview. Applicants who successfully apply for the position, meet the minimum qualifications, and possess the qualifications best suited to fulfill the responsibilities of the position will be hired in seniority or lottery/random order. _PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS _ Heavy lifting (up to 75 pounds) is required Ability to stand and walk for extended or continuous periods of time Ability to quickly bend, stretch, twist, or reach out with one's body, arms, and/or legs Ability to operate applicable hand tools, power tools, and equipment ** ** ** ** Preference will be given to candidates possessing the following: ** ** * A current (non-expired) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification from the A1-A9 (Automobile & Light Truck) test series * A current (non-expired) Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification from the T1-T8 (Medium-Heavy Truck) test series VETERANS PREFERENCE NOTE: The City of Chicago offers Veterans Preference to both current, active military personnel AND military personnel who have served in the Armed Forces of the United States and have received an honorable or general discharge. Eligible candidates must have at least six months of active duty documented. In order to receive the veterans preference, candidates need to indicate whether or not they are a veteran by answering yes or no to the question on the online application that asks, Are you currently serving on active duty for at least six months in the Armed Forces of the United States OR have you served in the Armed Forces of the United States on active duty for at least six months and received an honorable or general discharge? _In addition, you must attach documentation to verify your military service. For veterans, you must attach a copy of your DD214 to your online application which includes character of service status OR a letter from the United States Veterans Administration on official stationary stating dates of service and character of service. For active military personnel, you must attach a letter from your Commanding Officer on official stationary verifying your active duty, length of service, and character of service in the Armed Forces of the United States AND a copy of your military ID to your online application. Failure to answer the question and attach the required documentation will result in you not being considered for the Veterans Preference. __ _ Evaluation: Your initial evaluation will be based on information provided on the application form and documents submitted with the application. Applications must be submitted by the individual applicant. No second party applicants will be accepted. Residency Requirement: All employees of the City of Chicago must be actual residents of the City as outlined in 2-152-050 of the City of Chicago Municipal Code. Proof of residency will be required. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation due to disability or pregnancy in order to participate in the application process, *please contact the City of Chicago, Department of Human Resources, at 312-744-4976 (voice) or 312-744-5035 (TTY). Please be prepared to provide information in support of your reasonable accommodation request. ** ALL REFERENCES TO POLITICAL SPONSORSHIP OR RECOMMENDATION MUST BE OMITTED FROM ANY AND ALL APPLICATION MATERIALS SUBMITTED FOR CITY EMPLOYMENT. ** The City of Chicago is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Military Friendly Employer. ** City of Chicago Department of Human Resources Rahm Emanuel, Mayor Soo Choi, Commissioner _Please note, all positions with the City of Chicago close promptly at 11:59pm Central Standard Time (C.S.T.) _Applications for this position will be accepted until 11:59p.m. CST on __October 30, 2018**. No exceptions will be made.* **Primary Location: ** **Work Locations: ** **Organization: **City of Chicago **Job Posting: **Oct 16, 2018, 9:06:43 AM **Closing Date: **Oct 30, 2018, 11:59:00 PM