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City of Austin - JOB DESCRIPTION

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Auction Specialist
FLSA: Standard/Non-Exempt EEO Category: (70) Skill Craft
Class Code: 11016 Salary Grade: XL1
Approved: May 18, 2001 Last Revised: May 15, 2024

Purpose:
 

Under general supervision, receives and inspects turned-in vehicles and items of equipment, processes the units, and makes them ready for auction.
Duties, Functions and Responsibilities:
  Essential duties and functions, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include the following. Other related duties may be assigned.
  1. Receives and inspects turned-in vehicles and items of equipment to determine what should be done to the unit to obtain the best price at Auction.
  2. Processes the unit's turn-in paperwork, removes decals, and updates the unit information in the automated fleet management system.
  3. Opens work orders for auction preparation work.
  4. Opens purchase orders (PO's) and closes purchase orders when parts or services are received.
  5. Transports vehicles and equipment for repair work or maintenance services.
  6. Performs routine maintenance on Auction units such as, charging batteries, oil, lube, and tire repair to ensure units run at Auction.
  7. Receives and processes new City vehicles and equipment items, if required.
  8. Assists in preparing rental units for use and make ready units for issue, if required.
  9. Answers questions, offers assistance, and provides information to customers.
  10. Opens work orders, documents parts and supplies used and tracks all time in the automated fleet management system.
Responsibilities - Supervisor and/or Leadership Exercised:
 

None.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  Must possess required knowledge, skills, abilities, and experience and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.
  • Skill in oral and written communication.
  • Skill in using computers and related software applications.
  • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with other city employees and the public.
  • Ability to interact with tact and courtesy and maintain a professional demeanor.
Minimum Qualifications:
 
  • Graduation from an accredited high school or equivalent and four (4) years of direct experience working in fleet operations performing general vehicle mechanical repairs and maintenance.
  • Combination of equivalent experience and education may substitute for the minimum qualifications.
Licenses and Certifications Required:
 
  • Requires a Class "C" driver's license. If required must obtain an appropriate Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within 120 days of employment with the City.
  • Must also be licensed within six (6) months of employment as a Texas State Vehicle Inspector in accordance with Texas Department of Public Safety procedures and regulations.
  • Must be certified within six (6) months of employment with respect to EPA standards in air conditioning service, repairs, and Freon recovery including, Freon recovery equipment operations.
Physical Requirements:
 
  • Essential duties require lifting fifty (50) pounds or greater.
  • Tasks also involve continuous bending, stooping, lifting, carrying, and standing.
  • Incumbent may be exposed to loud noises and warm and cold conditions.

This description is intended to indicate the kinds of tasks and levels of work difficulty required of the position given this title and shall not be construed as declaring what the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position shall be. It is not intended to limit or in any way modify the right of management to assign, direct and control the work of employees under supervision. The listing of duties and responsibilities shall not be held to exclude other duties not mentioned that are of similar kind or level of difficulty.