Senior Mechanic

NKU Graduate Education; Newport (KY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent higher education institution is seeking a Senior Mechanic. This role requires performing diagnostics and repairs on various vehicles, ensuring safe and efficient transportation for campus needs. The successful candidate will hold an ASE certification and must possess strong mechanical skills, alongside a commitment to safety and process adherence. Competitive hourly wages and benefits including medical, dental, and paid leave are offered.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid vacation time

Paid sick time

Paid holidays

Tuition Waiver for self and dependents

Uniform/boot budget

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience required.
• Valid driver's license and ASE certification required.
• Ability to perform emergency mechanical repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics and general repairs on vehicles.
• Assist with administrative duties related to vehicle maintenance.
• Maintain records and report work done through CMMS system.

Skills

Ability to perform mechanical repairs on vehicles

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Technical School Certificate

ASE Certification

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Position Information

Working Title Senior Mechanic Department Automotive Shop Compensation Title Senior Mechanic Position Number 30002394 Position Status Regular Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 6:30a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

AFTER HOUR SHIFTS ARE REQUIRED FOR SNOW EVENTS DURING WINTER MONTHS

Hours per Week 40 Months per Year 12 Purpose of Position

Provide safe and appropriate transportation to meet the University’s needs and to provide safe work vehicles and equipment for Operation and Maintenance personnel and the Campus Community.

Primary Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostics on cars, trucks and equipment in order to complete general repairs and service maintenance to vehicles. Perform minor autobody repairs and some minor welding.
• Provide assistance to the Lead Mechanic and Supervisor for all administrative duties, including monthly data for fuel and vehicle repairs for interdepartmental billings, employee timekeeping, Pcard purchases for supplies and parts needed for repairs.
• Assist managing personnel in absence of the Supervisor, including planning, assigning and checking work.
• Maintains a Commercial Drivers License with a passenger endorsement to provide bus transportation for university needs.
• Provide safe and aesthetically appropriate transportation for the University.
• Keep complete and accurate record keeping of work performed, parts and supplies. Completion of work orders in CMMS system for data reporting purposes.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures. Complete all required safety and compliance training.
• Report to work during Snow events to assist in repairing any vehicles or equipment
  
  

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED required with 3 years of related experience.
• Valid driver’s license
• ASE Certification Required
• Commercial Driver’s License is preferred but not required. (Must obtain within 6 months of hire date.)
• Must possess ability to perform mechanical repairs on all types of vehicles/engines including gasoline powered, diesel powered, battery powered, etc.,
• Must be able to perform emergency mechanical repairs on roadsides and in adverse weather conditions including but not limited to extreme heat/cold, snow, ice, rain, etc.
• Must be physical able to perform frequent medium heavy to maximum exertion.
• Must possess basic computer skills.
• Must be flexible to work any and all hours associated with responding to perform mechanical repairs to snow/ice removal equipment during Winter months.
  
  

Benefits At NKU Include

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid vacation time
• Accrue 144 hours annually
• Paid sick time
• Accrue 90 hours annually
• Paid holidays
• More detail on holidays
• Tuition Waiver for self and dependents
• Uniform/boot budget

Minimum Education High School Diploma Preferred Education Technical School Certificate Minimum Experience 3 years Salary $19.04 to $21.72 Pay Grade S68

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number 2025S2198 Job Open Date 04/30/2025 Job Close Date Quick Link https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/14725 Is this an internal only posting?

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Higher Education

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