MECHANIC II

City of Dearborn; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Dearborn is seeking a Fleet Mechanic to maintain and repair a broad fleet of vehicles for an assigned area. The role requires performing inspections, diagnosing issues, and repairing engines, electrical, braking, and suspension components on trucks and equipment.

Applicants should have an Associate’s degree or a high school diploma with 2 years related experience, relevant automotive certifications, and a valid Michigan CDL with air brake endorsement or the ability to obtain it

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree; or High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) and 2 years of related experience; or all required certification(s); or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above.
• Some experience as a Fleet Mechanic I required.
• Valid State of Michigan CDL Class B or Class A TIP (must obtain Class A CDL with Air Brake Endorsement within six months of hire) and be qualified on all equipment serviced by the Central Garage or its designated contract repair facility.
• Must be certified in and maintain 1, 2, 4, and 7 automotive areas and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 6 heavy truck areas by the State of Michigan and/or equivalent certification by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).
• Fork Lift Operator Certification (must obtain within six months of hire)

Responsibilities

• Maintains and repairs a fleet of vehicles for an assigned area.
• Performs inspections, checks, and tests to determine repair needs of engine, electrical, brake, heating, axle, suspension, and related components.
• Repairs engine, electrical, brake, heating, axle, suspension, and related components of trucks, automobiles, equipment, and engines.
• Performs standard welding and cutting of push bars, mounts, and related vehicles and equipment.
• Maintains tools and equipment to ensure proper functioning.
• Performs data entry, work orders, electronic diagnosis, and shop operation input.
• Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance, including attendance at required meetings.

Education

Associate's degree

High School Diploma or GED

Certifications in automotive service

Job description

CLASS SUMMARY:This position is responsible for maintaining and repairing a fleet of vehicles for an assigned area. Responsibilities may include determining repair needs; performing various repairs; and maintaining equipment.TYPICAL CLASS ESSENTIAL DUTIES:Performs inspections, checks, and tests to determine repair needs of engine, electrical, brake, heating, axle, suspension, and related components of trucks, automobiles, equipment, and engines.Repairs engine, electrical, brake, heating, axle, suspension, and related components of trucks, automobiles, equipment, and engines.Performs standard welding and cutting of push bars, mounts, and related vehicles and equipment.Maintains tools and equipment to ensure proper functioning.Performs data entry, work orders, electronic diagnosis, and shop operation input.Demonstrates regular and predictable attendance, including attendance at required meetings.This job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING:Associate’s degree; or, High School Diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.) and 2 years of related experience; or, all required certification(s); or, an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Some experience as a Fleet Mechanic I required.LICENSING REQUIREMENTS:Valid State of Michigan Commercial Driver’s License Class B or Class A TIP (must obtain Class A CDL with Air Brake Endorsement within six months of hire) and be qualified on all equipment serviced by the Central Garage or its designated contract repair facility.Must be certified in and maintain 1, 2, 4, and 7 automotive areas and 1, 2, 3, 4, and 6 heavy truck areas by the State of Michigan and/or equivalent certification by the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).Fork Lift Operator Certification (must obtain within six months of hire)