Automotive Technician I

City of Peoria; United States; On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Peoria Public Works has an excellent opportunity for an Automotive Technician I in the Fleet Division. In this role, you will perform preventative maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on a variety of automotive and heavy equipment.

Depending on assignment, this may include specialized vehicles such as fire pumpers and aerial trucks. Responsibilities include routine maintenance, minor mechanical repairs, and completing related tasks as needed to ensure the City’s fleet

Qualifications

• Background in automotive maintenance.
• Experience with light or heavy-duty equipment maintenance.
• Ability to balance productivity with quality.
• Desire to learn and work in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventative maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on a variety of automotive and heavy equipment.
• Responsibilities include routine maintenance and minor mechanical repairs to keep the fleet safe and efficient.

Skills

Automotive maintenance

Equipment maintenance

Quality of work

Team learning

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ASE Certificates

Job description

Application Deadline

October 11, 2026

Salary Range

Min $24.40 - Mid $27.30 - Max $30.20

Department

Public Works

Minimum Requirements

• Education: High school graduation or equivalency.
• Experience: 1-2 years experience.
• Moderate previous experience required in the same or similar previous positions.

Physical Demands

Work requires heavy physical exertion and effort.

Licenses and Certifications

• Valid Arizona Class "B" Drivers license within 6 months of hire.
• Possession of 2 Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) Certificates, or ability to obtain within 1 year after date of hire.

Job Description

The City of Peoria Public Works has an excellent opportunity for an Automotive Technician I in the Fleet Division. In this role, you will perform preventative maintenance, inspections, diagnostics, and repairs on a variety of automotive and heavy equipment. Depending on assignment, this may include specialized vehicles such as fire pumpers and aerial trucks.

Responsibilities include routine maintenance, minor mechanical repairs, and completing related tasks as needed to ensure the City’s fleet operates safely and efficiently.

The ideal candidate for this position will have

• Background in automotive maintenance
• A solid light or heavy-duty equipment maintenance or repair background.
• The ability to balance the need to be productive and maintain a high standard of quality of work performed.
• A desire to further one’s technical skills in a team learning environment and work on a variety of equipment.

Why Peoria?

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About Peoria

The City of Peoria, AZ is a thriving city in the Northwest Valley that provides excellent municipal services to our community. Recently named by AZ Big Media as the Best Place to Live, Work, and Play, we are committed to maintaining the level of service to our residents to sustain and enhance the lives and culture of Peoria. If you are passionate about providing excellent service through anticipating our community's needs, creating partnerships, promoting sustainability, and embracing diversity, then #PeoriaisthePlace for you!

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