Mechanic I: Diesel & Fire Equipment Maintenance

Canton Township; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,847,000 - 109,745,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

MERS Hybrid Pension Plan

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Disability & Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holiday Pay

Health Care Savings Plan

457 Employer Contributions

Job summary

Canton Township is seeking a skilled Mechanic I for full-time work on diesel engines, firefighting apparatus, and a range of municipal equipment. You will diagnose problems, plan repairs, and lead other staff while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on mechanical maintenance, performance of engine and equipment repairs, and cooperation with the Fleet Supervisor to ensure reliable service delivery. Benefits and union support accompany the position.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited high school or trade school, with completion of a course of study in automotive and firefighting apparatus maintenance and repair preferred; or any combination of experience and training which will provide the desired knowledge, abilities, and

Responsibilities

• Performs a wide variety of mechanical repair work involving light, heavy, and special automotive, firefighting, and other equipment including trucks, tractors, air compressors, pumps, and diesel
• Adjusts, repairs and replaces parts in engines, transmissions, differentials and other equipment.
• Inspects equipment, analyzes trouble, and plans and implements the repair operations.
• Performs bumping, painting, drilling, bolting, welding, brazing, soldering, and cutting operations.
• Mcounts repairs to the electrical systems of automotive and power-driven equipment.
• Performs road services on equipment as required.
• Inspects bodies and replaces body units and fixtures.
• Relines and adjusts brakes and makes repairs to hydraulic systems.
• Performs motor tune-ups on all types of equipment.
• Performs front end alignments, balances wheels, repairs tires and replaces shock
• Performs miscellaneous painting, repair and maintenance
• Operates a variety of power operated and hand tools used in mechanical and maintenance work.
• Repairs or replaces minor assemblies and sub-assemblies on various types of equipment.
• Leads and coordinates the work of employees performing a variety of mechanical maintenance duties.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Performs routine administrative duties in the supervisor's absence.

Skills

Diesel engines

Firefighting equipment

Automotive repair

Engine diagnostics

Lead worker

Customer interaction

Safety awareness

Preventive maintenance

Education

High school diploma or trade school

Automotive and firefighting maintenance

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

Canton Township is seeking a skilled Mechanic I for full-time work on diesel engines, firefighting apparatus, and a range of municipal equipment. You will diagnose problems, plan repairs, and lead other staff while maintaining high safety and quality standards.

The role emphasizes hands-on mechanical maintenance, performance of engine and equipment repairs, and cooperation with the Fleet Supervisor to ensure reliable service delivery. Benefits and union support accompany the position.