Master Mechanic

Job Title:

Master Mechanic Department:
Public Works & Transportation

Salary: $42,301.00 per year ($20.33701 per hour)

Closing Date:
Until Filled

Serves as working supervisor in the garage. Repairs trucks, cars, tractors and mowers. Processes paperwork and performs routine repairs and service calls as directed. Troubleshoots difficult and unusual mechanical problems. Fabricates and welds equipment and tools as needed. No direct supervisory responsibilities and limited budgetary responsibilities.

• Performs engine repairs on trucks, tractors, mowers, earth moving and other motor-driven equipment
• Performs preventative maintenance on all landfill equipment including dozers, scrapers, compactor, loader, excavator, motor graders, trucks and other various equipment.
• Ensures equipment and vehicles are repaired correctly
• Handles problems with repairs and maintenance work
• Subject to on-call for emergency repairs as needed
• Processes necessary paperwork and maintains accurate records of repairs and other shop activity

Performs all other duties as assigned.

City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.

• Skills in welding and operating miscellaneous power tools
• Knowledge of mechanical engine operations and repair procedures
• Knowledge of diesel engine and hydraulic repair
• Ability to troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems on vehicles and equipment
• Must be able to read and use tools such as micrometers, dial indicators and plastiguage. Basic computer knowledge highly desirable.
• Valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement required
• Three to five years’ experience in related field preferred

Uses a variety of equipment including hydraulic jacks, lift devices and safety stands; also feed and stick welders, grinders, acetylene torches, presses, hydraulic and electrical testing equipment, tire and tire repair equipment and other related equipment. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.

Work is performed under a variety of conditions ranging from extreme cold, heat, windy and wet. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Also requires such physical activities as climbing, stooping, kneeling and crawling. Must be able to operate equipment with dexterity. Must have the ability to routinely lift objects weighing up to thirty pounds, occasionally lift objects weighing as much as 75 pounds or assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 75 pounds.

May be subject to emergency call-in. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree in related field preferred.

All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment. Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check. The City is an equal opportunity employer. The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.