Mechanic II – Transit

City of Iowa City; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Iowa City’s Transportation Services Department is seeking a Mechanic II – Transit to perform service, diagnosis, maintenance and repair of heavy-duty transit coaches and fleet equipment. Work is performed under general direction in a busy urban transit operation.

The position offers Monday–Friday, 9:00am–5:30pm hours, with a salary range of $59,716.80 to $76,460.80 depending on experience. Starting wage contingent upon experience, with a path to CDL within 90 days and required

Qualifications

• Associate degree and one year related experience, or three years related experience.
• Degree in Automotive/Diesel Mechanics.
• Air brake inspection certification.
• Valid State of Iowa driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
• Valid State of Iowa Class B CDL with air brake and passenger endorsement within 90 days of hire.
• Meet federal drug testing requirements.
• Pre-employment drug screen.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Criminal background check.

Responsibilities

• Under general direction, performs general service, diagnosis, maintenance and repairs of heavy-duty transit coaches and other equipment in the City transit fleet.

Skills

Automotive/diesel mechanics

Fleet maintenance

Education

Associate’s degree (Automotive/Diesel Mechanics)

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

Mechanic II – Transit

Transportation Services Department

Job posted until filled

One permanent full time position available

Full Salary Range: $59,716.80 – $76,460.80 (starting wage contingent upon experience)

Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00am – 5:30pm

Job summary:

Under general direction, performs general service, diagnosis, maintenance and repairs of heavy-duty transit coaches and other equipment in the City transit fleet.

Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other

Associate’s degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related experience; or three years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree in Automotive/Diesel Mechanics. Experience in auto/diesel mechanics, fleet maintenance, or related. Air brake inspection certification. Valid State of Iowa driver’s license with satisfactory driving record. Valid State of Iowa Class B commercial driver's license with air brake and passenger endorsement required within 90 days of hire. Meet federal drug testing requirements. A pre-employment drug screen. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check.

Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited educational institution; or four years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in welding, fabrication and component rebuilding and reconditioning.

Entry-level Driver Training (ELDT) for employees who need to obtain a required CDL is provided by the City. Employees are provided paid time to complete ELDT and to take required CDL tests. Information on how to obtain an Iowa CDL including the CDL manual and practice test are available at this link: https://iowadot.gov/mvd/cdl/How-to-get-a-CDL/Commercial-learners-permit

A full job description including a listing of essential duties and responsibilities and necessary knowledge, skills and abilities is available at www.icgov.org/jobs under Job Descriptions.

It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential City employees.