MECHANIC II

City of Dearborn Career Opportunities; Dearborn (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Dearborn Career Opportunities in Dearborn, MI, seeks an experienced Fleet Mechanic to maintain and repair a diverse fleet. The role requires inspecting, diagnosing, and servicing engines, electrical systems, brakes, and related components across trucks and equipment.

Candidates should have an Associate degree or a diploma with related experience, valid CDL Class B or A with air brake endorsement, ASE certifications, and forklift certification within six months.

Qualifications

• Associate degree; or High School Diploma or GED with 2 years related experience.
• Or all required certifications; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Some experience as a Fleet Mechanic I required.

Responsibilities

• Inspects, tests, and determines repair needs for engines, electrical, brakes, and related components of trucks and equipment.
• 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 vehicle parts.
• 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 required meetings.

Skills

Fleet maintenance

Vehicle inspection

Electrical systems

Education

Associate degree

HS diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Department of Public Works - Dearborn, MI, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $29.03Hourly, 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.

Qualifications: 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)