Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Our Community's Children; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision starting Day 1

401a employer contributions

Paid holidays

Paid vacation & sick leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discounts

Job summary

The City of Grand Rapids seeks a Heavy Equipment Mechanic for the 2nd shift, four ten-hour days (2:00 pm–12:00 am). You will diagnose and repair trucks and equipment, perform preventive maintenance, and manage parts orders to keep the fleet operational.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED with automotive/heavy equipment training, at least two years of hands-on repair experience, and a Michigan CDL Class A with N endorsement or the ability to obtain within six months.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with training in automotive/heavy equipment or diesel repair.
• At least two years of experience in automotive/heavy equipment repair and maintenance; state certifications may apply.
• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills.

Responsibilities

• Diagnoses and repairs trucks and equipment.
• Performs all necessary repairs to maintain the fleet.
• Orders the correct parts to repair units.
• Documents repairs and repaired times electronically.
• Provides preventative maintenance services for heavy equipment.
• Keeps work area clean and organized.

Skills

Heavy equipment repair

Automotive mechanic

Diesel engines

Education

High school diploma or GED

State automotive/heavy equipment certifications

Tools

CDL skill tools

Job description

Nature of Work

The purpose of this job is to perform preventive maintenance, inspection and repairs to heavy equipment with a variety of gasoline and diesel engines. Responsible for preparing work orders and the requisition of parts and equipment for repair.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.

• Diagnoses and repairs trucks and equipment
• Performs all necessary repairs to maintain the fleet
• Orders the correct parts to repair units
• Documents equipment or truck repairs and repaired times electronically
• Provides preventative maintenance services of all heavy equipment
• Looks up and requests parts as needed
• Keeps and maintains a clean work environment
• Performs related work as required

Please Note

This position is 2nd Shift. Hours: 2:00 pm to 12:00 AM. Days: Four, 10-hour workdays. A schedule of Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday will be assigned.

Minimum Training And Experience

Required Education and Experience

• High school diploma (or GED equivalent) with training in automotive/heavy equipment/light equipment, gasoline or diesel engine repairs

--AND--

• At least two (2) years of experience performing automotive/heavy equipment/small engine mechanical repair and maintenance; and/or state certifications

--OR--

• Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities

Required Licenses Or Certifications

• Possession of a valid Michigan Commercial Driver's License, Class A with an N Endorsement or the ability to obtain one within the six (6) month probationary period

Other Information

We Offer

• Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1
• 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
• Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
• Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
• Twelve Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Paid parking (if applicable)
• Employee Home Ownership Incentive
• Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
• Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
• Employee Discounts and Perks

It's important to keep a close eye on your email, as we will communicate with you via email throughout the process. You can check your application status anytime by logging into your account at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/grandrapids . If you have questions regarding your application, you can also reply to this email for call the Human Resources main phone line at [phone].

If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to our Leaves and Accommodations Analyst, Amanda Kaulback. Email [e-mail] or [e-mail] or by phone at [phone]

The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.

Please Note

This position is subject to the provisions of the applicable collective bargaining agreement and all relevant civil service rules. For additional information, links to union agreement and Civil Service Rules are provided below.

Collective Bargaining Agreements

Civil Service Rules (Download PDF reader)

City of Grand Rapids Employee Benefits Webpage

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• Yes
• No

02

If you answered YES to above question. Please describe the type of vehicles and/or equipment you have work experience repairing and maintaining. If answered NO to the above question write NA .

03

Do you have any state-issued certifications related to heavy equipment, automotive or diesel repair? If so, please list them here. If none, write NA

04

Do you possess a valid Michigan driver's license or a valid driver's license from another state?

• Yes
• No

05

This is a safety sensitive position as defined by the DOT. Within the past five years, do you have any driving convictions on your record other than parking tickets?

• Yes
• No

06

Do you possess a valid Commercial Driver's License as issued by the State of Michigan or another state?

• Yes
• No

07

If you have a valid Commercial Driver's License from Michigan or another state, please indicate any endorsement(s) you have.

• T - Double or Triple Trailers
• P - Passenger
• N - Tank
• H - Hazardous Materials
• X - Combined Tank & Haz Mat
• S - School Bus
• No endorsements

08

I understand that this position is 2nd Shift that consists of four days per week , ten hours per day. Hours are 2:00 pm to 12:00 AM, A schedule of Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday will be assiged. I have read and acknowledge the above statement.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question