Mechanic I - 618 - Fleet Maintenance 1st Shift

City of Wichita; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Wichita is seeking a skilled fleet mechanic to perform preventive maintenance, diagnose engine issues, and repair mechanical and electrical systems on vehicles and heavy equipment. The role includes towing, record-keeping, and working across multiple specialized shops within Public Works & Utilities.

Requirements include a valid Kansas driver’s license, ability to obtain a Class B CDL within 12 months, and ASE certifications.

Qualifications

• One year of maintenance and mechanical repair on vehicular and heavy equipment.
• Valid driver's license; ability to obtain Kansas Class B CDL within 12 months.
• Authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Possession of at least two ASE certifications when hired.

Responsibilities

• Perform preventive maintenance such as oil changes, tire rotations, and filter changes.
• Diagnose engine issues with scan tools and verify repairs with test drives.
• Repair mechanical and electrical systems, including exhaust, brakes, HVAC, driveline, and suspension.
• Assist with diesel and gas engines and transmissions; hydraulic systems repairs.
• Tow vehicles using roll-back wrecker; maintain records of work.
• Work across five specialized shops and transfer based on skill set.

Skills

Vehicle maintenance

Heavy equipment repair

Diagnostics

Welding

Safety awareness

Communication skills

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Laptop diagnostics

Welding equipment

Job description

This is technical work in the repair and preventive maintenance of cars, trucks, and vehicular equipment. Work is supervised, monitored, assisted, and sometimes inspected by a higher-level mechanic or a supervisor.

The days and hours for this position: Monday-Friday, 7:00am -3:30pm

Bargaining Unit: Service Employee's International (SEIU)

• Completes preventive maintenance on vehicles, trailers, or heavy equipment such, as oil changes, tire rotation, replacing filters, servicing transmissions, lubricating chassis and drive lines.
• Performs engine diagnostics with scan tools or laptop computers. Conducts test drives to verify drivability complaints and to verify the repairs made.
• Remove and replace parts and components as necessary, to repair mechanical and electrical systems.
• Remove, replace, and modify as necessary, mufflers, tailpipes, and other exhaust components.
• Inspect, adjust, and repair as necessary, air and hydraulic brake systems.
• Inspect adjust and repair as necessary, heating and air conditioning systems.
• Inspect adjust and repair as necessary, driveline and suspension systems.
• Assists with the removal, repair, or rebuilding, of diesel and gas engines and automatic and manual transmissions,
• Assists with the repair of hydraulic systems including hydraulic pumps, motors, cylinders, valves, and other components on heavy vehicles and equipment.
• Tow vehicles and equipment using a roll back and sling type wrecker
• Maintains written record of work performed.
• Completion of work assignments will require the operation of a vehicle.
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other related duties may be assigned as needed.

• Thorough knowledge of all tools and equipment used in the trade and the ability to use these tools to perform repair work on vehicles/equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Ability to weld and cut using gas or electrical equipment.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information contained in technical repair manuals and electronic diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to climb onto equipment and make repairs as high as 25’ in height.
• Ability to lift, bend, and twist while making repairs to vehicles and heavy equipment.
• Ability to tow downed vehicles and equipment
• Ability to tolerate exposure to fluids and solvents in vehicle repair work.
• Ability to perform continuous manual and physical labor while standing on cement floor.
• Ability to lift and carry bulky objects weighing up to 50 pounds (heavier objects with the assistance of another person) for distances up to 100 feet
• Ability to exert up to 100 pounds of pressure using tools that tighten, loosen, or cut.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates and employees of other departments.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally or in writing.
• A valid Kansas driver's license is required.
• A valid Kansas commercial driver's license (CDL) is required.
• Compliance with ASE policy will be required at time of hire and throughout duration of employment.
• Possession of at least two eligible ASE certifications when hired.
• Will require ASE certification attainment consistent with ASE policy.
• Preferred certifications from tracs A, E, L and T.
• Skill set will be the primary factor in determining hire, promotion, and transfer decisions between shops.
• There are five shops that specialize in the maintenance of heavy equipment, light vehicles, fire assets, body shop repairs, and light equipment.
• Staff assigned to the Heavy Equipment shop shall have extensive knowledge of diesel engines, as well as other equipment that is maintained in this shop.
• Staff assigned to the Light Vehicle shop shall have extensive knowledge of passenger vehicles and other assets that are maintained in this shop.
• Staff assigned to the Fire Maintenance shop shall have extensive knowledge of fire apparatus and maintenance practices.
• Staff assigned to the Body Shop shall have extensive knowledge of the repair of vehicles damaged in accidents.
• Staff assigned to the Light Equipment shop shall have extensive knowledge of mowers, park maintenance equipment, and other assets that are maintained in this shop.
• Transfer decisions between these shops will be based on skill set, shop coverage, workflow, and the overall needs of the Division.
• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety of other individuals in the workplace.
• Public Works & Utilities is responsible for the operation of many critical systems, such as water and wastewater treatment, the City's transportation network, and more. Therefore, PW&U employees are the first responders in many emergency situations. When an emergency is declared by the Department Director, or designee, all employees may be required to work in preparation, response, or recovery activities related to the stated emergency.

Required Experience and Training

• One year of experience performing a wide range of maintenance and mechanical repair work on vehicular equipment and heavy equipment.
• A valid driver's license.
• For Public Works (Fleet Maintenance), ability to obtain certifications as cited above under Requirements of Work within 12 months of hire.
• Ability to obtain a Kansas Class B commercial driver's license (CDL) within 12 months of hire. If you are a Canadian or Mexican citizen, you will be required to have or obtain a CDL from your home country.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need of a sponsorship.

Preferred Experience and Training

• A valid Kansas Class B commercial driver's license (CDL)

Please note that this position is part of a random drug testing pool, and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.

Offers of employment are contingent upon passing a pre-employment physical, which includes drug screening, and upon satisfactory evaluation of a criminal record check.

Starting pay for current City employees will be determined by City of Wichita policy or applicable bargaining unit agreement.