Mechanic

The City of Waite Park; Waite Park (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

12 paid holidays

Sick leave

Life insurance

Employee assistance program

Paid vacation accrual

Job summary

The City of Waite Park is seeking a skilled Mechanic to perform maintenance and diagnostics on the Public Works fleet, including small engines, cars, trucks, emergency vehicles, and heavy equipment.

The position emphasizes preventive maintenance, welding and fabrication, recordkeeping, and safe operation. A valid Class B CDL with tanker and air brake endorsements is required or must be obtained within six months.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in vehicle, equipment, and machinery repair and operations.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, welding and minor building maintenance
• Ability to use diagnostic tools and software
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Must have a Valid Class B commercial driver's license with tanker and air brake endorsements. (if you don't have, must obtain within 6 months of hire)

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles and equipment to determine issues and repairs needed
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating parts
• Repair or replace broken or worn parts
• Test machinery after repairs to ensure proper functionality
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Keep detailed records of all maintenance and repairs done on vehicles and equipment

Skills

Vehicle & equipment repair

Mechanical troubleshooting

Welding & fabrication

Diagnostic tools & software

Attention to detail

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Welding equipment

Job description

Career Opportunities with the City of W a i t e P a r k

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Current job opportunities are posted here as they become available.

Job Summary

The City of Waite Park is seeking a skilled Mechanic to perform mechanical maintenance and diagnosing repairs on a wide variety of the Public Works fleet of vehicles and equipment. Skilled work includes, but not limited to: operating small engines, automobiles, trucks, emergency response vehicles, heavy equipment and other standard and special automotive equipment operated by the municipality. This position is responsible for the maintenance, fabricating/welding, and upkeep for all the Public Works Fleet.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years’ experience in vehicle, equipment, and machinery repair and operations
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic systems, welding and minor building maintenance
• Ability to use diagnostic tools and software
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Must have a Valid Class B commercial driver's license with tanker and air brake endorsements. (if you don't have, must obtain within 6 months of hire)

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles and equipment to determine issues and repairs needed
• Perform routine maintenance tasks, such as changing oil, checking batteries, and lubricating parts
• Repair or replace broken or worn parts
• Test machinery after repairs to ensure proper functionality
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment
• Keep detailed records of all maintenance and repairs done on vehicles and equipment

Salary and Benefits

• Salary range is $29.90 - $32.18/ hourly; $62,196.50- $66,948.70/annually
• 12 paid holidays
• Excellent Benefits including Health, Dental and Life Insurance. .
• Vision Insurance
• Retirement savings plans with contributions from the City
• Enhanced employee assistance program.
• Progressive vacation accrual system and a rich Sick/ESST leave time, both with the ability to carryover from year to year.

Deadline to apply is Sunday, October 4 th .