Mechanic

Mechanic

We are seeking a skilled and dependable Mechanic to join our team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for inspecting, diagnosing, repairing, and maintaining vehicles and equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation. This position requires strong technical knowledge, attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively with team members. We are looking for someone who is committed to quality workmanship, customer satisfaction, and maintaining a safe work environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys hands-on work, problem-solving, and contributing to the success of the City of El Mirage!

New Hire Salary Range: $29.80 - $33.77 per hour Salary range: $29.80 - $41.72 per hour Employee Benefits Overview: We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support health, well-being, and professional growth:

• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision insurance Health Savings Account (HSA) & Flexible Spending Plan (FSA) Telemedicine Wellness programs (early detection, lifestyle modification, disease management) Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance, plus supplemental life options
• Retirement: Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)-- mandatory program, shared employee/employer contributions
• Supplemental Benefits: Employee recognition & reward program Tuition reimbursement Discounted Northwest Valley YMCA membership
• Paid Leave: Holidays: 10 City Holidays Vacation: 80 hours per year, increases with length of service Sick Leave: 96 hours per year Service Leave: 10 hours per year

About us: Welcome to the City of El Mirage Considered the gateway to the Northwest Valley of the Greater Phoenix Metro Area, El Mirage has grown from a small town, dependent on agriculture, to a diverse urban economy with a population of more than 35,000. The City's mission is to enhance the quality of life through leadership, partnerships, and the efficient delivery of outstanding service to our diverse community

JOB CLASSIFICATION SUMMARY Job Classification Title: Mechanic Working Title(s): Fleet Mechanic FLSA Status: NE Safety Sensitive: Yes DISTINGUISHING CHARACTERISTICS Organizational Role: Paraprofessional-Operational Supervision Exercised: None Budget Authority: (1) None/Data Entry; (2) Track/Monitor; (3) Gather/Compile Competency Rank(s): (1) Fleet Mechanic

Essential Functions

The following is intended to describe the core work functions of this classification. While the level and broad nature of essential duties may not change, specific work tasks will vary over time depending on the City's needs. POSITION SPECIFIC DUTIES

• Coordinates warranty work.
• Monitors applicable Federal, State, and local requirements to ensure compliance with applicable regulations.
• Processes paperwork and other documentation.
• Creates and completes work orders.
• Identifies parts and materials needed to complete tasks.
• Processes invoices for payment.
• Monitors quality and effectiveness of repairs.
• Performs data entry.
• Maintains records.
• Fabricates and fulfills welding requests.
• Performs related work as assigned.
• Performs preventative maintenance on vehicles as assigned.
• Transports vehicles and/or equipment to vendors for repairs or arranges for pick up.
• Reviews repair requests and determines repair needs and/or vendors.

Knowledge

• Standard practices of the mechanic trade.
• Industry-recommended and approved principles and practices in the operation and repair of equipment applicable to assigned areas of responsibility.
• Safe work practices and associated maintenance and repairs.
• Highly technical equipment used to perform maintenance and repair activities.
• Preventive maintenance procedures and practices in assigned areas of responsibility.
• Techniques and methods of welding for fabrication and/or repairs.
• Quality assurance methods for vehicle and/or equipment repair.
• Basic business math, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Records management and filing techniques.
• Basic procurement principles, including specification development.
• Customer service.
• Communication skills to convey and receive information.

Skills

• Utilizing the maintenance records system for future routine and preventive maintenance requirements.
• Operating diagnostic testing equipment.
• Repairing and overhauling equipment.
• Troubleshooting electrical systems.
• Proper use and care of common shop tools and welding and fabrication machinery.
• Performing welding fabrication and/or repairs.
• Developing equipment and/or vehicle specifications.
• Monitoring and tracking expenditures.
• Safely operating a variety of vehicles and/or equipment.
• Providing quality customer service.
• Operating general office equipment and assigned computer software.
• Making basic business math calculations, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

Minimum Qualifications

Education and Experience: High school diploma or GED supplemented with college coursework or training in the field of mechanics and 3 years of related experience. *Or an equivalent combination of directly related education and experience Certifications/Licenses: Arizona Class B CDL. Arizona Class A CDL with tanker endorsement within 6 months of hire Safety Sensitive Assignment(s): Fleet Mechanic CONTINUING EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS Maintain all certifications/licenses required at job entry and within specified timeframe. ADA INFORMATION Type of Work: Very Heavy Work: Exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or in excess of 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or in excess of 20 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects including the human body. Physical Requirements: The following physical activities are essential to the performance of the job: stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, feeling, hearing, seeing, talking, repetitive motions. The following physical activities may be performed, but are not essential to the job: climbing, balancing, crawling. Work Environment/Conditions: Split roughly the same inside/outside (including being in a vehicle). May be moderately subject to the following environmental conditions: hazardous physical conditions, atmospheric conditions, hazardous materials, extreme temperature, intense noise, environmental disruptions.

Supplemental Information

The City reserves the right to: Consider only the most qualified applicants for the succeeding examination processes. Application and review (Training and Experience Evaluation). Interview. Appointment subject to successful completion of a pre-employment background examination.

All communication regarding application status and interview notifications will be sent via email—please monitor your junk/spam email for communication, as it will come from a system-generated source. When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for a qualified applicant with a disability to participate in any phase of the recruitment process. Please contact Human Resources to request an accommodation. The City of El Mirage is an Equal Opportunity Employer.