Diesel & Fleet Mechanic — Field Repairs & Diagnostics

City of Grand Forks; Grand Forks (ND); On-site; USD 38,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Grand Forks seeks a skilled vehicle and equipment mechanic responsible for servicing, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of City vehicles and equipment. You will document work, order parts, and perform emergency repairs in the field.

Three years of related experience and an Associate's degree in mechanical trades are required, along with a valid driver's license and CDL ability/ASE certification. Welding experience preferred; safety and accuracy are essential.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in the maintenance and repair of light to heavy duty motorized vehicles, equipment, and diesel mechanics.
• Background in minor welding fabrication preferred.
• Possession of a valid driver's license; CDL with air brake endorsement and ASE certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Service and maintain and inspect City vehicles and equipment; complete routine servicing and tune-ups.
• Inspect equipment for potential mechanical problems and perform repairs; maintain records of all work completed.
• Diagnose mechanical problems; disassemble, inspect and make cost evaluation of repair options; confer with supervisor and offer recommendations.
• Maintain inventory of parts and supplies, provide budget recommendations as necessary; monitor parts inventory and confer with supervisor as to what parts to order; obtain cost-estimates; place orders and pick up parts.
• Perform emergency repairs and services by responding to calls for assistance in the field for vehicle and equipment repair.
• Assist with maintenance and repair of assigned work area; install new equipment and clean work area.
• Build special equipment as needed; receive and evaluate information and ideas from staff; design project and build. Perform welding as needed.
• Maintain detailed and comprehensive records of all work performed.
• Assist in testing personnel as appropriate; evaluate test results.

Skills

Communication

Team relationships

Physical condition

Mental capacity

Auditory/visual perception

Education

Associate's degree

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

City of Grand Forks seeks a skilled vehicle and equipment mechanic responsible for servicing, inspecting, repairing, and maintaining a wide range of City vehicles and equipment. You will document work, order parts, and perform emergency repairs in the field.

Three years of related experience and an Associate's degree in mechanical trades are required, along with a valid driver's license and CDL ability/ASE certification. Welding experience preferred; safety and accuracy are essential.