An Automotive Technician II/III inspects, diagnoses, repairs and adjusts a variety of mechanical difficulties on light and heavy equipment and vehicles; inspects, diagnosis, repairs and maintains police and fire equipment as assigned; determines extent of necessary repairs; estimates time, materials and equipment for jobs assigned; overhauls, repairs and adjusts engines, clutches, carburetors, generators, distributors and pumps; maintains and repairs electrical system components, ignition systems, alternators, starters and batteries; replaces or repairs faulty parts including wheel bearings, clutches, oil seals, shock absorbers, exhaust systems, steering mechanisms and related parts and equipment; repairs and replaces components including generators, distributors, relays, lights and switches; repairs, adjusts, and replaces brake systems including wheel cylinders, master cylinders, disc pads, machine drums and rotors, and hydraulic and air brakes; installs, repairs and maintains specialized equipment such as light bars, two-way radios and mounting brackets; performs service calls on job sites to perform minor repairs; performs safety inspections on all City vehicles and equipment; fabricates and modifies parts and equipment; maintains and repairs shop equipment; maintains work, time and material records; cleans and maintains assigned work area; disposes of hazardous materials according to established procedures; assists other mechanics on a variety of repair work; as assigned paints, welds and does bodywork on vehicles, equipment and machinery. Attention to detail for critical repairs on fire truck pumps and assemblies, knowledgeable with air brake systems with DOT safety regulations followed, technicians are directed by Lead Shop Foreman, repairs are geared towards public safety with the highest quality service levels possible.