Automotive Equipment Mechanic (Transit)

City of Cedar Rapids; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join the City of Cedar Rapids as an Automotive Equipment Mechanic I, where you will provide essential mechanical services for city vehicles. This role offers a competitive starting wage of $26.43 per hour, with opportunities for scheduled increases and excellent benefits. The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma and experience as a journeyman mechanic, along with effective communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse environment.

Benefits

Tool allowance

Uniforms

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• 1 to 3 years of experience as a journeyman automotive mechanic.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

• Rebuilds, repairs, and replaces engines, transmissions, and differentials.
• Diagnoses engine problems and performs complete engine overhauls.
• Repairs suspension, hydraulic, electrical systems.

Skills

Effective communication

Collaboration

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Are you looking for a Transit garage position that makes a significant impact in the City? Consider applying for our Automotive Equipment Mechanic I position at the City of Cedar Rapids Transit Garage! We prioritize customer service and value work, offering an opportunity to earn an hourly wage with scheduled increases, a tool allowance, uniforms, and excellent benefits.

About our Organization

At the City, we are committed to employing individuals who reflect our community’s diverse backgrounds. This position is vital to the success and strategic direction of our growing community. We value the experience individuals bring beyond technical skills. If your experience aligns with our requirements, we encourage you to apply. Combining experience and skills with our core values helps us build a better community now and for future generations.

About our Community

Nestled in the heart of Iowa, Cedar Rapids is a vibrant and diverse city known for its rich history, culture, and natural beauty. Our community features numerous parks, recreational activities, family-friendly events, a thriving downtown district with shops, restaurants, and entertainment, and the Cedar River, which runs through the city.

Cedar Rapids - Why you should live here!

About this Opportunity

This role provides technical mechanical services for the maintenance and repair of City vehicles and automotive equipment.

The City of Cedar Rapids does not sponsor employment authorization.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

1. Rebuilds, repairs, and replaces engines, transmissions, differentials in various vehicles and equipment.
2. Rebuilds and repairs sweepers, salt spreaders, carburetors, generators, starters, and other moving parts.
3. Diagnoses engine problems.
4. Performs complete engine overhauls.
5. Repairs suspension, hydraulic, electrical systems, and hydraulic braking systems.
6. Adheres to City policies, procedures, and safety practices.
7. Attends work regularly at the designated place and time.
8. Supports continuous process improvement initiatives.
9. Maintains consistent attendance.
10. Performs related work as required.

Required Education and Experience

• High School Diploma and 1 to 3 years of experience as a journeyman automotive mechanic.
• OR an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g., one year of relevant experience equals one year of education).
• Effective communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse populations.

Required Licenses or Certifications

• Valid Commercial Driver’s License Class B with passenger and air brake endorsements and a valid Medical Examiner’s Certificate within one year of hire.
• AC EPA Section 609 Certification and EPA Section 608 Type II Certification within 6 months.

Desired Qualifications

• Diesel engine experience.

Work Schedule

• Tuesday-Saturday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm.

Employees completing two years as an Automotive Equipment Mechanic I and meeting testing qualifications will advance to an Automotive Equipment Mechanic II.

Hourly Rate

The starting wage for this position is $26.43 per hour, with scheduled increases based on years of service, and includes benefits such as a tool allowance and uniforms. The pay scale is as follows:

New Hire	1 Year	2 Years	3 Years
$26.43	$29.26	$31.00	$32.63