Mechanic I

Job Description

Job Description

The following full-time job posting will remain open until October 25, 2026.

MECHANIC I (FULL-TIME)

Rate of Pay: $38.30 / Hour (2026 Wage Scale)

Scheduled increases at 6 months AND 12 months.

Shift: Monday – Friday, 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Competitive benefits package including but not limited to: MERS Hybrid Pension Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability & Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Health Care Savings Plan and 457 Employer Contributions.

Applications are currently being accepted to fill one immediate budgeted vacancy

Employees in this job classification are members of the AFSCME Union.

Canton Township is a reciprocal unit as defined in the Reciprocal Retirement Act, Act 88 of 1961.

• This is an external posting open to all applicants.
• Must meet the minimum requirements of the position.
• Applications not completed in their entirety will not be considered.
• Paper applications are available in the Human Resources Division.
• Only those applications that are received in the Human Resources Division prior to the posted deadline will be considered.

The Charter Township of Canton provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) and is committed to a workplace free of discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, gender, sex, pregnancy, national origin, disability, height, weight, gender identity, marital status, military status, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Canton Township takes great pride in the diversity of our community and promotes diversity in the workforce.

Posted: October 13, 2026

Job Description Attached

JOB DESCRIPTION – MECHANIC I

DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES :

This is skilled mechanical work of the journeymen level in the maintenance and repair of diesel engines, firefighting apparatus, automobiles, and other Township equipment. The work involves responsibility for keeping Township automotive, firefighting, and mechanical equipment in good working order.

The employee receives general supervision from a departmental supervisor and work is reviewed through discussion and observation of the efficiency of equipment in operation. The employee is responsible for making technical decisions and for developing work methods and procedures. In addition, the employee acts as a lead worker in organizing and coordinating the work of other employees performing a variety of mechanical maintenance and repair duties.

EXAMPLES OF WORK : (Note: These examples are intended as illustrations of the various types of work performed.)

• Performs a wide variety of mechanical repair work involving light, heavy, and special automotive, firefighting, and other equipment including trucks, tractors, air compressors, pumps, and diesel
• Adjusts, repairs and replaces parts in engines, transmissions, differentials and other equipment.
• Inspects equipment, analyzes trouble, and plans and implements the repair operations.
• Performs bumping, painting, drilling, bolting, welding, brazing, soldering, and cutting operations.
• Makes repairs to the electrical systems of automotive and power-driven equipment.
• Performs road services on equipment as required.
• Inspects bodies and replaces body units and fixtures.
• Relines and adjusts brakes and makes repairs to hydraulic systems.
• Performs motor tune-ups on all types of equipment.
• Performs front end alignments, balances wheels, repairs tires and replaces shock
• Performs miscellaneous painting, repair and maintenance
• Operates a variety of power operated and hand tools used in mechanical and maintenance work.
• Repairs or replaces minor assemblies and sub-assemblies on various types of equipment.
• Leads and coordinates the work of employees performing a variety of mechanical maintenance duties.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Performs routine administrative duties in the supervisor's absence.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS - KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Considerable knowledge of the standard practices, methods, equipment, and tools of the mechanical trade including the repair and maintenance of firefighting equipment, diesel engines, and automotive
• Considerable knowledge of the mechanics and operating principles of internal combustion engines.
• Working knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the work.
• Ability to make estimates of time and materials needed for repairs.
• Ability to interact with customers while providing a high level of Customer
• Skill in diagnosing defective automotive, firefighting, diesel, and related
• Skill in the use of tools and in the operation of machines and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of automotive, firefighting, diesel, and related equipment.
• Considerable experience as a journeyman mechanic, including some experience in the maintenance and repair of automotive, firefighting, diesel and related equipment.
• Graduation from an accredited high school or trade school, with completion of a course of study in automotive and firefighting apparatus maintenance and repair preferred; or any combination of experience and training which will provide the desired knowledge, abilities, and
• Must possess a current, valid Michigan Driver's License with a driving history that does not create liability concerns; which includes, but is not limited to, convictions for reckless driving, careless driving, suspended license, or convictions involving drinking and impaired

NECESSARY SPECIAL QUALIFICATIONS :

• Possession of Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Group B with Endorsement N, or temporary Group B with Endorsement N from the State of Michigan at the time of Must successfully pass the road test for the Group B, at applicant's own expense, within 180 days after employment with Canton Township.
• Possession of current valid certification from the State of Michigan in Automotive and Heavy Duty

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Reasonable Accommodations: Canton Township provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact the ADA Coordinator at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com. We encourage all interested qualified applicants to apply for open positions. Request for accommodations will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stand - Frequently
• Walk - Frequently
• Sit - Frequently
• Use of Hands/Fingers - Constantly
• Reach - Frequently
• Climb - Frequently
• Crawl – Rarely
• Squat/Kneel - Frequently
• Bend - Frequently

Lift/Carry

• Less than 10 lbs- Frequently
• 10-29 lbs - Frequently
• 30-59 lbs - Occasionally
• 60-100 lbs - Rarely

Push/Pull

• Less than 10 lbs- Frequently
• 10-29 lbs - Frequently
• 30-59 lbs - Occasionally
• 60-100 lbs - Rarely

Reports To: Fleet Supervisor

Job Description Approved: 7.1.2025

HIRING PROCESS - MECHANIC I

Tuesday, October 13 – Sunday, October 25, 2026 - Employment Applications Accepted

1. Submit a Canton Township Employment Application (online or paper), completed in its entirety prior to the posted deadline date.
2. Online applications must be completed and submitted electronically before 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date.
3. Applications not completed in their entirety will not be considered.
4. Paper applications must be received in the Canton Township Human Resources Division by 4:30 p.m. on the posted deadline date. Applicants choosing to submit a paper application need to be conscious of postal delivery times. Paper applications are available in the Human Resources Division.
5. Faxed or emailed paper applications will not be accepted.
6. Late and incomplete applications will not be accepted.
7. All communication will be via email. Applicants must provide a valid email address on the application.

Monday, October 26, 2026 - Application Screening

1. Candidates selected to move on in the hiring process will receive an email notification confirming they have been scheduled to take a written examination.
2. Notification of testing details will be sent out via email no later than Monday, October 26, 2026.
3. Applicants who do notreceive an email communication on the status of their application by October 26th should contact Canton Township Human Resources at View phone number on ziprecruiter.com to verify the status of their application.

Friday, October 30, 2026 – Written Test

1. The written test will be held on Friday, October 30 .
2. This will be a timed general competency auto mechanic examination. There is no designated study guide for this general aptitude test.
3. Applicants passing the written test with a minimum of 70% or above will advance to the oral interview.

On or After Thursday, November 12, 2026 – Oral Board Interviews Conducted

1. Candidates scheduled for an oral board interview will be notified no later Tuesday, November 3, 2026. Contact Human Resources if you don't receive an email by November 4th.
2. All candidates will be notified via email of the disposition of their employment application.
3. The Oral Interview will include extensive questions that may explore sensitive or confidential aspects of candidates' personal lives.

Contingent Job Offer

1. All offers of employment are contingent on the results of further interviews, reference checks, thorough background investigation, working history verification, CDL/DOT physical examination and drug screen, and satisfactory completion of a probationary period.
2. Copies of Certification from the State of Michigan as an Automotive Mechanic and Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Group B with Endorsement N or temporary Group B with Endorsement N from the State of Michigan will be collected prior to the contingent job offer.
3. The Mechanic I position has a one-year probationary period with scheduled bi-monthly probationary evaluations.