Fleet Services Mechanic

Overview

The Fleet Services department is seeking a skilled Fleet Services Mechanic to complete mechanical repair and maintenance work on large and small engines and related equipment.

Open until filled. First round to review applications will occur after February 18, 2026.

The assigned work hours for this position are 1:00pm to 9:30pm, Monday through Friday.

Facility information: 44,000 square feet of naturally illuminated, state-of-the-art repair space with on-site amenities; smart sealed building with maximum air flow; individual dedicated work bays for light, medium and heavy-duty equipment; on-site skills development center for repairs of City vehicles and equipment; expanded technology capabilities and use of vehicle and equipment onboard telematics for diagnosis and repair resources.

• All new hires will start out at the following salary based on current, valid ASE
  
  Certifications:
  • Grade 20: 0-3 ASE Certifications — $33.66/hr
  • Grade 21: 4-13 ASE Certifications — $35.25/hr
  • Grade 22: 14 ASE Certifications — $36.93/hr

ASE Certification documentation must be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department by the Final date to receive applications to receive credit. Please include as an application attachment, send electronically to human resources, by fax to , or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317.

• Graduation from High School or equivalent; and
• Three years of professional experience in Automotive, Truck, or Heavy equipment maintenance and repair; or
• Any equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the work. A two-year degree in Automotive or Diesel repair and maintenance satisfies the equivalent experience requirement.
• NOTE:
  
  If substituting education for the experience requirement, transcripts verifying degree conferred must be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department by the Final date to receive applications to receive credit. Please include as an application attachment, send electronically to human resources, by fax to , or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317.

• Possession of a valid Class B CDL allowing operation of air brakes, or the ability to obtain within 6 months.
• For applicants with an out-of-state Driver's License, submittal of certified driving records is required. All records should be submitted to the City of Des Moines Human Resources Department: electronically to human resources, by fax to , or by mail to 1551 E MLK Jr Pkwy, Des Moines, IA 50317, by the Final date to receive applications date.

• Candidates for positions in this class must pass a post-employment offer physical examination and drug screen.

• Diagnoses, maintains and repairs all motorized and non-motorized equipment and components.
• Diagnoses, dismantles, inspects, overhauls mechanical or hydraulic systems on equipment such as booms, derricks, diggers, bucket trucks and cranes.
• Makes repairs to pumps, cylinders, valves, pulleys, levers and control lines, hoses, cables, drive assemblies and hydraulic winches.
• Maintains and repairs motorized and non-motorized special equipment such as small engines, portable and stationary generators, hydraulic and pneumatic tools, winches, gear boxes, and add-on components such as spotlight and rotary lights.
• Drives vehicles and equipment to and from designated locations as necessary in performance of regular duties, including maintenance service calls.
• Tests equipment on vehicles after repairs are completed before releasing back to the vehicle/equipment pool.
• Picks up and delivers vehicles, equipment, parts and supplies associated with garage work.
• Diagnoses and repairs vehicles and equipment in the field.
• Schedules and performs preventive maintenance on vehicles, equipment and related components.
• Prioritizes repairs to be completed and ensures work is completed in a timely manner.
• Performs minor welding and fabrication work.
• Maintains records of labor, parts and vehicle data as prescribed.
• Performs housekeeping tasks.
• Keeps supervisor informed concerning work progress and potential problems.
• Attends meetings, reviews publications and trainings to remain current on principles and practices in assigned work areas.
• Responds to customer questions and comments in a courteous and timely manner.
• Communicates and coordinates regularly with others to maximize interdepartmental effectiveness.
• Performs other duties as directly related to the role and function of the classification.