Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Mechanic to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation. This position requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team members. We are looking for someone who is committed to quality workmanship, customer satisfaction, and maintaining a safe work environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys hands‑on work, problem‑solving, and contributing to the success of the City of El Mirage!

New Hire Salary Range: $29.80 - $33.77 per hour

Employee Benefits Overview:

• Health & Wellness:
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Plan (FSA)
  • Telemedicine
  • Wellness programs (early detection, lifestyle modification, disease management)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance:
  • Employer‑paid basic life and AD&D insurance, plus supplemental life options
• Retirement:
  • Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) – mandatory program, shared employee/employer contributions
• Supplemental Benefits:
  • Employee recognition & reward program
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Discounted Northwest Valley YMCA membership
• Paid Leave:
  • Holidays:10 City Holidays
  • Vacation:80 hours per year, increases with length of service
  • Sick Leave:96 hours per year
  • Service Leave:10 hours per year

About us:

Welcome to the City of El Mirage. Considered the gateway to the Northwest Valley of the Greater Phoenix Metro Area, El Mirage has grown from a small town, dependent on agriculture, to a diverse urban economy with a population of more than 35,000. The City’s mission is to enhance the quality of life through leadership, partnerships, and the efficient delivery of outstanding service to our diverse community.

• Job Classification
  
  Title:
  
  Mechanic
• Working Title(s):
  Fleet Mechanic
• FLSA Status: NE
• Safety Sensitive:
  Yes

• Organizational Role:
  Paraprofessional‑Operational
• Supervision Exercised:
  None
• Budget Authority: (1) None/Data Entry; (2) Track/Monitor; (3) Gather/Compile
• Competency Rank(s): (1) Fleet Mechanic

• Coordinates warranty work.
• Monitors applicable Federal, State, and local requirements to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Processes paperwork and other documentation.
• Creates and completes work orders.
• Identifies parts and materials needed to complete tasks.
• Processes invoices for payment.
• Monitors quality and effectiveness of repairs.
• Performs data entry.
• Maintains records.
• Fabricates and fulfills welding requests.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Performs preventative maintenance on vehicles as assigned.
• Transports vehicles and/or equipment to vendors for repairs or arranges for pick up.
• Reviews repair requests and determines repair needs and/or vendors.

• Standard practices of the mechanic trade.
• Industry‑recommended and approved principles and practices in the operation and repair of equipment applicable to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Safe work practices and associated maintenance and repairs.
• Highly technical equipment used to perform maintenance and repair activities.
• Preventive maintenance procedures and practices in assigned areas of responsibility.
• Techniques and methods of welding for fabrication and/or repairs.
• Quality assurance methods for vehicle and/or equipment repair.
• Basic business math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Records management and filing techniques.
• Basic procurement principles, including specification development.
• Customer service.
• Communication skills to convey and receive information.

• Utilizing the maintenance records system for future routine and preventive maintenance requirements.
• Operating diagnostic testing equipment.
• Repairing and overhauling equipment.
• Troubleshooting electrical systems.
• Proper use and care of common shop tools and welding and fabrication machinery.
• Performing welding fabrication and/or repairs.
• Developing equipment and/or vehicle specifications.
• Monitoring and tracking expenditures.
• Safely…