Equipment Mechanic

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The City of Lenexa is currently accepting applications for a full-time Equipment Mechanic I to join our fleet maintenance team. The ideal candidate will be:

• hardworking
• reliable
• willing to learn and grow
• looking to expand your range of mechanic experience

Come work in a brand new, state-of-the-art and spacious 19,300 sq. foot facility that provides greater efficiency to employees for completing their work by providing adequate space for toolboxes and mobile computer technology at their work spaces.

If you’re seeking variety in your work, you will not be disappointed as the fleet maintenance team maintains and repairs nearly 425 city vehicles (including police and fire vehicles) and more than 250 small engines (weed-eaters, mowers and chainsaws). We will provide training to expand your knowledge and help prepare you for ASE certifications and CDL licensing if needed. We operate a body and paint shop for city vehicles and perform towing and recovery services, welding and fabrication.

This position also receives the following:

• Uniforms are provided
• Tool allowance - $1,200 annually ($600 in June and $600 in December)
• Boot allowance - $170 annually
• Personal protective equipment - City issued
• Training to work towards ASE certifications and CDL Licensing, if needed
• Training on unfamiliar pieces of equipment and vehicles to increase knowledge base and work experience

Under the general supervision of the Fleet Supervisor, this entry-level position performs semi-skilled and skilled work in the repair and maintenance of the equipment and vehicles in the City's fleet. Duties include repair and maintenance of small engines to heavy equipment, such as trailers, spreaders and plows.

• Performs semi-skilled work in major and minor repairs and preventative maintenance to cars, trucks and construction equipment, which includes wheel alignment, engine and carburetor overhaul, fuel injection system repairs, transmission (auto and standard), clutch replacement, all drive-line repairs, tire repair (including split rim, flats, spin balancing--conventional (on the vehicle or off the vehicle), operation of electronic diagnostic test equipment, welding (gas and electric), fabricating, wiring and mobile hydraulic systems installation and repair.
  
  Work will be performed on both gas and diesel engines.
• Completes all work orders documenting the actual condition of the vehicle, all repairs completed, materials used and time spent.
• Operates the tow truck and is able to make necessary repairs in the field.
• Subject to call back for snow and other emergencies in accordance with department policy.

Minimum: High school diploma or G.E.D. and two years of mechanical repair and equipment maintenance experience; or Associate degree (or equivalent), completion of related technical trade school program and one year of mechanical repair and equipment maintenance. Required to supply basic hand tools necessary to perform duties effectively.

The majority of work is performed indoors inside of maintenance shop; however, some work in extreme weather conditions is required. This position requires the ability to stand constantly; the ability to walk, stoop/bend and kneel frequently; the ability to twist, climb, balance, squat, crawl and push/pull occasionally; the ability and strength to lift, carry and move objects up to 70 lbs.;

hear warning alarms, radio transmissions, etc.; the ability to work safely in hazardous situations; and visual acuity and ability to distinguish colors. Good hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity must be demonstrated by the ability to operate equipment and tools, especially hand, power or pneumatic tools in a safe manner.

Hourly rate of pay per is $25.13 to $29.14 dependent on qualifications and directly related experience.
This position will have the opportunity to earn additional pay of $2.00 per hour on top of the base hourly rate of pay during the winter months. This is a full-time, hourly non-exempt position. The City of…