General Fleet Mechanic

City of Beloit; Beloit (WI); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Beloit is seeking a General Fleet Mechanic in the Operations Division of the Department of Public Works. The role focuses on maintenance and repair of the City fleet, including light to heavy equipment such as trucks, snow removal gear, backhoes, and other machinery.

Minimum requirements include a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and at least five years of experience with gas and diesel engines.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working with gas and diesel engines.
• Class B Commercial Driver's License with endorsements required within six months of hire.
• Class A Commercial Driver's License with endorsements required within one year of hire.
• Master ASE Certification in Automotive Service is desired.
• Master ASE Certification in Truck is desired.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance and repair on light, heavy, and specialized Public Works fleet equipment.
• Conduct preventative maintenance on a diverse fleet including automobiles, trucks, backhoes, snow removal equipment, and more.
• Work independently or as part of a team to meet maintenance targets.
• Maintain safe and efficient operation of the Fleet and comply with City policies.

Skills

Gas and diesel engines

CDL

Vehicle maintenance

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

The City of Beloit has an opportunity available in the Operations Division of the Department of Public Works. The City is seeking an experienced and skilled candidate to fill the position of General Fleet Mechanic.The General Fleet Mechanic is responsible for performing both independently as well as part of a team to complete assigned tasks and to accomplish common goals that ensure proper maintenance and repair of the City of Beloit Public Works Fleet. This position is expected to perform both minor and major repairs as well as preventative maintenance on light, medium, and heavy duty equipment assigned to the Department of Public Works. This equipment includes, but is not limited to: automobiles, all classes of trucks, front-end loaders, rear-load and automated side-load refuse and recycling trucks, snow removal equipment, backhoes and excavating equipment, road and asphalt repair equipment, aerial bucket trucks, tree trimming and removal equipment, landscape maintenance tractors and multi-deck mowers, semi-tractors and live floor semi-trailers along with any other equipment deemed necessary to fulfill the City of Beloit Public Works Department's related tasks.This position typically works Monday through Thursday from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Schedule is subject to change based on business needs.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

1. High School diploma or equivalent.
2. A valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record.
3. Minimum of 5 years of experience working with gas and diesel engines.
4. Class B Commercial Driver's License and all applicable endorsements that are required to legally operate every type and size vehicle owned/operated by the City of Beloit Department of Public Works within six months of hire.
5. Class A Commercial Driver's License and all applicable endorsements that are required to legally operate every type and size vehicle owned by the City of Beloit Department of Public Works within one year of hire.
6. Master Automotive Certification through the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) is desired.
7. Master Truck Certification through the National Institute for Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) is desired.
8. Other combinations of training and/or experience which can be demonstrated to result in the possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to perform the duties of this position will also be considered.

Equal opportunity employer