Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Heavy Equipment MechanicCity of Lincoln Finance is seeking a reliable and experienced Heavy Equipment Mechanic to join our Fleet team. This position plays a critical role in ensuring the safety, reliability, and operational readiness of the City's equipment and vehicles through regular inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs. The ideal candidate will be technically skilled, safety-conscious, and a team player committed to public service and workplace professionalism. What You'll DoPerform preventative maintenance inspections to ensure vehicles/equipment are safe and in working order.Fully diagnose equipment/vehicle problems, and perform high-quality, timely repairs on a variety of mechanical systems.Utilize fleet management system to manage work orders, parts requests, and repair notes.Respond to emergency situations, disasters, or inclement weather as needed.Foster effective working relationships with coworkers, officials, and the public.Fill in Lead Mechanic duties as needed.Hours: Monday - Friday; 7:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Hours subject to change during emergencies. Must be available to work odd/extra shifts for Ice/Snow and natural disaster events. This is a Safety Sensitive Position and is subject to Mandatory Drug Testing policies as a condition of employment.Desirable Knowledge, Abilities & Skills/Desirable Training & ExperienceDesired: Automotive Service Excellence (A.S.E.) certification.Minimum Qualifications/Necessary Special RequirementsHigh school graduate or equivalent and at least 2 years of experience in the repair and maintenance of heavy-duty equipment; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience. Necessary Special Requirements: Valid driver's license. Valid commercial driver's license (CDL) is required or the ability to obtain within 90 days of appointment.IF YOU CURRENTLY HAVE A CDL, PRIOR TO BEING HIRED FOR THIS POSITION YOU WILL BE REQUIRED TO REGISTER WITH THE FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER SAFETY ADMINISTRATION DRUG AND ALCOHOL CLEARINGHOUSE AT: value each City of Lincoln employee and one way we demonstrate this is by providing an attractive and competitive total compensation package that adds value to our employees' professional and personal lives. The following benefits are available for this position:Pay increases are available upon completion of the 6-month new employee probationary period, and annually thereafter based on performance.We encourage a healthy work-life balance by offering 10 days of vacation leave, over 12 days of sick leave, 11 paid holidays, and 2 personal convenience days annually that you begin accruing upon hire.All medical, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family begin the first of the month following hire, no need to wait!30 days of Paid Parental LeaveEmployee Assistance Programs offering work/life services, wellness coaching, short-term counseling, legal assistance, and financial coaching.5 days of Funeral and Bereavement Leave$71,000 of Life Insurance$1,213 of Tuition Reimbursement401(a) Retirement Plan. If you make a 7% contribution, the City will contribute 9%Employer provided Post Employment Health Plan for eligible medical expenses for after you leave City employment.Optional benefits include:Medical and/or Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsAllstate Voluntary PlansSupplemental Term LifeDeferred Compensation Plans