Senior Auto Mechanic

City of St. Joseph; Saint Joseph (MO); On-site; USD 38,070 - 46,531; Full time

Job summary

A municipal government in Missouri is seeking a Senior Mechanic responsible for repairing various heavy and medium duty equipment including motor graders and trucks. The ideal candidate will possess welding skills, a valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement, and the ability to troubleshoot mechanical issues efficiently. This role requires physical stamina and the capability to work under diverse weather conditions. Competitive salary with additional requirements for background check and drug screening applies.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required or must obtain within 6 months.
• One to three years’ experience in a related field required.
• Experience in heavy equipment repair preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform repairs on trucks and heavy equipment.
• Conduct scheduled preventative maintenance on vehicles.
• Respond to emergency service calls as needed.

Skills

Welding

Heavy equipment operation

Diesel engine repair

Hydraulic repair

Ability to operate small hand tools

Microsoft Office skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Senior Mechanic

Department: Public Works and Transportation

Division: Street Maintenance

Salary: $42,301.00YR / $20.33701HR

Closing Date: Until Filled

Job Summary/ Scope

Repairs heavy and medium duty equipment, including motor graders, wheel loaders, excavators, and Class 1-8 trucks; specialty equipment, including street sweepers, slurry seal trucks, Vacuum sewer basin cleaners, and paint striping machines, all other motorized equipment for the department, with particular emphasis on trouble‑shouting difficult and unusual mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical problems. Fabricates and assembles new equipment for use. Skills in Microsoft Office and knowledge of asset/fleet management software preferred. No supervisory or budgetary responsibilities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• PERFORMS all types of repairs on trucks, wheel loaders, road graders, rollers, skid steer loaders, street sweepers, jet‑rodders, street flusher, tractors, mowers, chain saws, weed eaters, motors and any other equipment related to the various maintenance programs.
• PERFORMS scheduled preventative maintenance on equipment and vehicles.
• PERFORMS tire repair when needed and installs new tires.
• FABRICATES and welds equipment.
• RESPONDS to service calls and makes repairs as necessary in field.
• REQUIRED to be on‑call and/or carry a pager and respond to emergencies as needed, including extended emergency shift operations.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

PERFORMS all other related duties as assigned.

Required (Essential) Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• SKILLS in welding and fabricating.
• EXPERIENCE with heavy equipment.
• KNOWLEDGE of diesel engine repair, hydraulic repair and troubleshooting techniques and procedures.
• KNOWLEDGE of safety precautions associated with the work.
• ABILITY to operate equipment used in automotive and equipment repairs including grinder, torch, tire changer and miscellaneous small hand tools.
• VALID Class “A” CDL with Tanker endorsement required within 90 days of employment.
• MISSOURI Safety Inspector’s Mechanic Permit required within 90 days of employment.
• ONE to three years prior experience in related field preferred.
• SKILLS in Microsoft Office and knowledge of asset/fleet management software preferred.

Materials and Equipment Directly Used

Operates a variety of equipment, including hand tools used in the maintenance of trucks and equipment. Also operates various vehicles and equipment when making repairs. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required.

Working Environment/Physical Requirements

Work is performed under a variety of conditions ranging from extreme heat to extreme cold. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Also requires such physical activities as climbing, stooping, kneeling and crawling. Must be able to operate equipment with dexterity. Work requires routine lifting objects weighing as much as 30 pounds. Occasionally lift objects weighing as much as 75 pounds, or assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 75 pounds. May be subject to emergency call‑in. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor.

Employee Behavior and Conduct

City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent required or must be able to obtain within 6 months. One to three years’ experience in a related field required, three to five years’ experience preferred.

All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment.

Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination.