Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Mechanic (Civil Service)

The City of Solon has an opening for a full‑time, Civil Service Mechanic position in the Service Department. The Mechanic works under the direction of the Manager of Fleet Maintenance and the Director of City Services. The position is responsible for mechanical work on all types of equipment, including small engines and equipment, cars, light trucks, heavy‑duty trucks and off‑road equipment.

The successful applicant will inspect, repair, and maintain small engines and equipment; perform hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical work; verify vehicle performance and correct deficiencies; as well as use electronic vehicle diagnostic software and fleet software such as R.T.A.

Requirements:

• Class B minimum CDL (to be required within 1 year of hire)
• Must have own hand tools
• High School Diploma or GED
• Six years of related work experience. Years of formal schooling may be substituted partially for years of experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Be available for emergency call out and weekend platoon shifts due to weather related and urgent circumstances

Preferred:

• Automotive Service Certificate of Excellence (ASE Certification)

This position is a member of a bargaining unit. The starting wage is $32.3837/hour without a CDL and $32.9327/hour with a CDL. City benefits include Health Care (Employee participation), prescription, dental, and vision. In addition, benefits include membership in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS), life insurance, vacation, sick leave accruals, and select paid holidays.

The City of Solon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, disability or military/veteran status in employment or provision of services. Individuals applying and requiring special accommodations regarding disabilities should contact the Human Resources Department.