Mechanic

Solon Police; Solon (IA); On-site; USD 44,611 - 45,368; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care

Prescription benefits

Dental and vision benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation and sick leave accruals

Job summary

Solon Police is seeking a full-time Mechanic to work in the Service department. Responsibilities include performing mechanical work on a variety of equipment, including small engines, cars, and heavy-duty trucks. Applicants should have a High School Diploma or GED, a minimum of six years of related experience, and must have their own hand tools. A Class B CDL is required within one year of hire. The position offers a starting wage of $32.3837/hour without a CDL and comprehensive city benefits.

Qualifications

• Class B minimum CDL required within 1 year of hire.
• Six years of related work experience; schooling can be substituted.
• Automotive Service Certificate of Excellence (ASE Certification) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical work on all types of equipment.
• Inspect, repair and maintain small engines and vehicles.
• Be available for emergency call outs and weekend shifts.

Skills

Mechanical work on equipment

Excellent written and verbal communication

Experience with small and heavy-duty trucks

Use of electronic vehicle diagnostic software

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

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The City of Solon has an opening for a full-time, Civil Service, Mechanic position in the Service department. The Mechanic works under the direction of the Manager of Fleet Maintenance and the Director of City Services. The position is responsible for mechanical work on all types of equipment including: small engine and equipment, cars, light trucks, heavy-duty trucks and off road equipment.

Requirements Include:

• Class B minimum CDL (will be required within 1 year of date of hire)
• Must have own hand tools
• High School Diploma or GED
• Six years of related work experience. Years of formal schooling may be substituted partially for years of experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Be available for emergency call out and weekend platoon shifts due to weather related and urgent circumstances

The successful applicant should also have experience in the following areas:

• The inspection, repair and maintenance of small engines and equipment; as well as automotive, heavy truck, off road and mechanical equipment and machinery
• Verifying vehicle performance and correcting vehicle deficiencies
• Proficient in use of electronic vehicle diagnostic software and fleet software such as R.T.A.
• Performing hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical work
• Automotive Service Certificate of Excellence (ASE Certification) preferred

This position is Civil Service and a member of a bargaining unit. The starting wage for this position is $32.3837/hour without a CDL, and $32.9327/hour with a CDL. City benefits include Health Care (Employee participation), prescription, dental, and vision. In addition, benefits include membership in the Ohio Public Employee Retirement System (OPERS), life insurance, vacation, sick leave accruals, and select paid holidays.

Applicants must complete and submit an application, along with a current resume online by visiting the City of Solon website at http://solonohio.org/jobs.aspx. Click on “Apply Online” or visit the Human Resources webpage for more information. The names of all candidates are subject to public disclosure upon request.

The City of Solon is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, ancestry, disability or military/veteran status in employment or provision of services. Individuals applying and requiring special accommodations regarding disabilities should contact the Human Resources Department.