Vehicle Technician

City of Saint Paul; Fort Snelling Unorganized Territory (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

La ville de Saint Paul recrute des techniciens de véhicules pour maintenir un large éventail de véhicules essentiels à leurs opérations. Les candidats doivent avoir une formation pertinente et un minimum d'expérience pratique en réparation de véhicules, et travaillera dans un environnement dynamique avec des horaires flexibles. La ville offre des salaires compétitifs et de nombreux avantages, y compris des assurances santé et des contributions à la retraite.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Paid vacation

Retirement contributions

Subsidized Metro Bus Pass

Qualifications

• Expérience de 3 ans minimum dans la maintenance et la réparation de véhicules.
• Possession d'un permis de conduire valide de classe Minnesota.
• Doit obtenir et maintenir un CDL valide dans les délais requis.

Responsibilities

• Effectuer des réparations et diagnostics sur des systèmes mécaniques, électriques, hydrauliques et pneumatiques.
• Entretenir et réparer une variété de véhicules, y compris des camions et véhicules de secours.
• Utiliser des outils de diagnostic avancés pour maintenir les systèmes des véhicules.

Skills

Mechanical repair

Electrical systems

Hydraulic systems

Pneumatic systems

Education

Completion of vocational program in automotive or heavy equipment repair

Job description

About The Position

Now Hiring! Vehicle Technicians

Departments: Saint Paul Fleet Services and Saint Paul Fire Department

Day Shifts Available: Four 10-hour days | Monday through Thursday 5:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. or Tuesday through Friday 5:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Night Shifts Available: Four 10-hour nights | Monday through Thursday 3 p.m. to 1:30 a.m.

Night Shift Premium: +6.5% night differential pay after 6 p.m.

Do you have a passion for solving complex mechanical problems, and keeping essential vehicles running strong? The City of Saint Paul is actively hiring Vehicle Technicians to support our critical operations. Apply early, candidates will be reviewed before closing date.

Whether you're experienced with diesel, hybrid, electric, or emergency response vehicles, there’s a place for your expertise here. Our departments manage a diverse fleet—from heavy trucks and loaders to fire engines, squads, and ambulances—offering exceptional variety, state-of-the-art diagnostics, and excellent benefits.

Current Openings

• Fleet Services Division – 891 Dale Street (light & heavy-duty vehicles and equipment)
• Saint Paul Fire Department – Public Safety Garage 1683 Energy Park Drive (ladder trucks, fire engines, squads, ambulances)
  
  

Here's what you can expect to do:

• Perform skilled repairs and diagnostics on mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.
• Service and maintain a variety of vehicles including trucks, fire apparatus, hybrid/electric vehicles, and turf/construction equipment.
• Use advanced diagnostic equipment and software to troubleshoot and maintain vehicle systems.
• Inspect and repair firefighting aerial ladders and their hydraulic components.
• Document all repairs, parts usage, and labor in electronic fleet management systems.
  
  

The eligible list created from this assessment will also be used to fill Vehicle Technician positions as they become available in various departments within the City.

For more information and essential functions, see our Vehicle Technician job description.

Our Benefits: We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging: The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals. At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us. We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.

Position Requirements

Requirements may be met by ONE of the following options:

• Successful completion of a two year heavy truck and/or heavy equipment repair vocational program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of experience maintaining and repairing heavy trucks and/or equipment.
• Successful completion of a two year automotive repair vocational program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) repairing automobiles, trucks, and/or heavy equipment.
• Successful completion of a documented, mechanical/repair apprenticeship program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of experience maintaining and repairing mechanical systems, automobiles/light duty vehicles, or heavy trucks and/or equipment.
• Successful completion of a small engine or turf and grounds equipment vocational program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of experience performing maintenance and repairs on some of the following equipment classes; small engine/grounds/turf equipment, automotive/light duty vehicles, or heavy trucks and/or equipment.
• Six years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of increasingly responsible experience performing maintenance and repairs on some of the following equipment classes: small engine/grounds/turf equipment, automotive/light duty vehicles, or heavy trucks and/or equipment.
  
  

Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license, or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.

Candidates Must Meet These Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Requirements

• For positions with Fleet Services, candidates must obtain and maintain a valid Class A CDL with no restrictions for air brakes within 12 months of employment. The CDL must have no suspensions or revocations for driving related offenses within the two year period prior to date of appointment. Suspensions for parking related offenses are excluded.
• For positions with Saint Paul Fire Department, candidates must obtain and maintain a valid Class B CDL with no restrictions for air brakes within 12 months of employment. The CDL must have no suspensions or revocations for driving related offenses within the two year period prior to date of appointment. Suspensions for parking related offenses are excluded.
• For positions with Saint Paul Regional Water Services, candidates must obtain and maintain a valid Class A CDL with no restrictions for air brakes within 12 months of employment. The CDL must have no suspensions or revocations for driving related offenses within the two year period prior to date of appointment. Suspensions for parking related offenses are excluded.
  
  

How to Apply

• Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
• Upload or submit the following document(s) via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted. Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)
• A resume (optional)
• A legible copy of your proof of completion of a vocational or apprenticeship program (if applicable)
  
  

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.

Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.

Learn more about our Hiring Process

Open Job Posting: This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

Selection Process: Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview/hire anyone from the list. You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening: This position requires a medical examination, driver’s license check, drug test, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment.

Human Resources Contact Information

Michelle LeBow at 651-266-6519

Email: [e-mail]

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Veteran’s Preference: If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran’s preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA+ community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Official Title: Vehicle Technician (Heavy Truck & Equipment)

Working Title: Vehicle Technician

The City of Saint Paul offers a competitive benefits package for permanent, certified positions. Temporary positions are not eligible for benefits.

Benefits vary with each position and the collective bargaining agreement. Benefits may include:

City Paid Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Vacation/Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Life Insurance
• Subsidized Metro Bus Pass
• Deferred Compensation
• Retirement Program
  
  

Optional Benefits

• Dental
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Disability Insurance
• Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
• Long Term Care Insurance
  
  

For a Detailed Overview, Visit General Benefits.

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The thorough completion of the supplemental questions is very important in the screening processes. Therefore, a lack of detail and explanation in the supplemental questions and in your application, may result in failure or disqualification for this position. In addition, documentation of work experience referred to in the supplemental questions must be included in the application. Your education, training, and experience are subject to verification. I understand that giving false information, failure to accurately represent myself, or not providing required documentation as listed on the job announcement will result in disqualification from this position.

• Yes
  
  

02

Which of the following answers BEST describes your training and experience that qualifies you for this position. (Choose only one answer)

• Successful completion of a two year automotive repair vocational program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) repairing automobiles, trucks, and/or heavy equipment
• Successful completion of a documented, mechanical/repair apprenticeship program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of experience maintaining and repairing mechanical systems, automobiles/light duty vehicles, or heavy trucks and/or equipment
• Successful completion of a small engine or turf and grounds equipment vocational program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of experience performing maintenance and repairs on some of the following equipment classes; small engine/grounds/turf equipment, automotive/light duty vehicles, or heavy trucks and/or equipment
• Six years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of increasingly responsible experience performing maintenance and repairs on some of the following equipment classes: small engine/grounds/turf equipment, automotive/light duty vehicles, or heavy trucks and/or equipment
• Other combination not listed
• None of the above
  
  

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If you selected "Other combination not listed" above, describe your training and experience that you believe qualifies you for this position.

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What class of driver's license or Commercial Driver's License (CDL) do you possess?

• Class "A" or "B" CDL
• Class "A" CDL with no restrictions for airbrakes
• Class "B" CDL with no restrictions for airbrakes
• Minnesota Class D or equivalent out-of-state driver's license
• None of the above
  
  

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What types of vehicles and/or equipment have you repaired and maintained? (Check all that apply)

• Automotive/Light duty vehicles
• Heavy trucks
• Small engine/grounds/turf equipment
• Fire apparatus
• Heavy equipment
• None
  
  

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What type of heavy truck and equipment systems have you repaired and maintained? (Check all that apply)

• Complex mechanical systems
• Electrical systems
• Multiplex electrical systems
• Hydraulic and pneumatic power systems
• Brake systems
• None
  
  

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Which of the following types of repair and maintenance tasks do you have experience performing? (Check all that apply)

• Tune-ups
• Preventive maintenance
• Checking and repairing cooling systems
• Checking and maintaining lubrication systems
• Repairing and maintaining diesel engines
• Repairing and maintaining suspension and/or driveline systems
• Diagnosing and repairing electronic engine controls using electronic scanners or computerized diagnostic equipment
• Internal component repairs
• Fuel system repairs
• None
  
  

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RECRUITMENT: How did you first find your way to our website to apply for this position? (check all that apply)

• City of Saint Paul website
• City of Saint Paul employee
• City of Saint Paul job interest card
• City of Saint Paul walk-in
• City of Saint Paul Posted! newsletter
• City of Saint Paul Gov.Delivery notifications
• Friend or family member
• League of Minnesota Cities website
• Governmentjobs.com website
• LinkedIn
• Facebook
• X (formerly known as Twitter)
• Indeed.com website
• ZipRecruiter
• Pollen website
• MinnesotaWorks.net
• College or University
• Community organization
• Job fair
• Professional association
• Saint Paul Elevate Session
• People of Color Career Fair
• Other
  
  

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RECRUITMENT: If not indicated above, please specify where you heard about the position (e.g., specific organization/website name, City of Saint Paul employee name).

10

I am currently a Right Track Worker or have been employed by the City of Saint Paul as a Right Track Worker in the past.

• Yes
• No
• Required Question