Vehicular Equipment Mechanic I (Auto/Light Truck/Misc)

Mobile County Public Works; Alabama; On-site; USD 46,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a forward-thinking public works department, where skilled tradespeople maintain and repair essential vehicular equipment. This role offers an opportunity to work with a variety of vehicles, including automotive, medium/heavy trucks, and construction equipment. Candidates should possess a high school diploma or GED, alongside relevant trade experience. The position may require overtime and a valid driver's license, with the potential for a Commercial Driver's License. If you're passionate about hands-on work and making a difference in your community, this position is a great fit for you.

Qualifications

• Completion of a trade school program in automotive or diesel repair.
• Minimum one year journeyman level experience in maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and repair a variety of vehicular equipment.
• Ensure compliance with safety and operational standards.

Skills

Automotive Repair

Diesel Repair

Maintenance

Heavy Equipment Operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Trade School Program in Automotive/Diesel Repair

Tools

Hand Tools

Diagnostic Equipment

Job description

This is skilled work in the maintenance and repair of a variety of vehicular equipment.

Jurisdiction and Yearly Salary

1. Mobile County: $46,918 - $75,006
2. City of Mobile: $40,528 - $64,790
3. Mobile Area Water and Sewer System: $44,658 - $71,394

Minimum Qualification Requirements

Graduation from a standard senior high school, or the successful completion of the General Educational Development (GED) test. Completion of an apprenticeship or trade school program in automotive or diesel repair, and a minimum of one year journeyman level experience in maintenance and repair in one of the following areas: (1) automotive/light truck/miscellaneous; (2) medium/heavy truck; or (3) construction equipment; or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Special Requirement

Must possess a valid driver's license from the state of residence. May be required to work overtime. The Mobile Area Water & Sewer System requires a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements, including air brake endorsement, to be obtained prior to completion of the six-month working test period.

All applications must be submitted online through the Mobile County Personnel Board Job Opportunities page. As you create a JobOpps account, you will be asked for Notification Preferences (email or paper). Paper notification is not available; therefore, “email” should be selected. All notifications will be sent by email only. Only one application will be accepted per applicant per job posting. Accuracy and truthfulness are of primary importance for Merit System employment and all applications are reviewed with this in mind. Resumes will not be accepted in place of completing the education and experience sections of the application.

If needed, computers and scanners are available in our office at 1809 Government Street, Mobile, AL.

Our office hours are 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Monday - Friday, except for major holidays.

Eligibles selected for appointment must meet the established medical and physical standards for the class of work. The medical examination must be by one of the physicians designated by the Personnel Board. Appointees must bear the cost of the examination.

A person with a disability may request accommodation by contacting the Mobile County Personnel Board at 251-470-7727.

Adam Bourne, Personnel Director

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