Public Works Fleet Mechanic — Diagnostics & Maintenance

Careers with the City of Waite Park; Waite Park (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Employee assistance program

Vacation accrual

Sick leave carryover

Job summary

The City of Waite Park is seeking a Mechanic to maintain and diagnose a wide variety of Public Works fleet vehicles and equipment. The role covers engines, trucks, emergency response vehicles, heavy equipment, and related automotive systems.

You will perform maintenance, welding, fabrication, and record-keeping, ensuring safe, reliable operation of the fleet and a clean, organized workshop environment. A Class B CDL is required with tanker and air brake endorsements, or obtained within 6 months.

Qualifications

• Two years experience in vehicle equipment and machinery repair and operations.
• Proficient knowledge of mechanical, electrical and hydraulic systems.
• Welding and minor building maintenance experience.
• Ability to use diagnostic tools and software.
• Strong attention to detail and problem solving skills.
• Valid Class B commercial driver's license with tanker and air brake endorsements (obtain within 6 months if not held).

Responsibilities

• Inspect vehicles and equipment to determine issues and repairs needed.
• Perform routine maintenance tasks such as changing oil, checking batteries and lubricating parts.
• Repair or replace broken or worn parts.
• Test machinery after repairs to ensure proper functionality.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Keep detailed records of all maintenance and repairs done on vehicles and equipment.

Skills

Vehicle repair

Mechanical knowledge

Electrical knowledge

Hydraulic systems

Welding

Problem solving

Tools

Diagnostic tools

Diagnostic software

Job description

The City of Waite Park is seeking a Mechanic to maintain and diagnose a wide variety of Public Works fleet vehicles and equipment. The role covers engines, trucks, emergency response vehicles, heavy equipment, and related automotive systems.

You will perform maintenance, welding, fabrication, and record-keeping, ensuring safe, reliable operation of the fleet and a clean, organized workshop environment. A Class B CDL is required with tanker and air brake endorsements, or obtained within 6 months.