Fleet Maintenance Mechanic

Salary : $67,231.53 - $82,557.87 Annually
Location : 1201 W. Kemper Rd, Forest Park, OH
Job Type: Full Time
Job Number: 25-00018
Department: Public Works
Opening Date: 09/04/2026


General Function
Pay Range : $67,231.53 - $82,557.87/YR. Starting pay will be based on experience and could include the top of the pay range for the right candidate. Overtime available.
Performs preventive maintenance and general repair work on vehicles and equipment in the City's fleet; carries out work assignments as received from the Fleet Manager.

The City of Forest Park offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees including: pension plan, health care, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), dental care, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation, sick leave and deferred compensations plans.
More Than a Paycheck: Benefits That Work for You

A career with the City of Forest Park offers more than competitive pay. Our comprehensive benefits package supports your health, financial security, work-life balance, and long-term retirement goals.

Our benefits include:

• Retirement Security: Pension benefits through the Ohio Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS), with a 14% City contribution and 10% employee contribution. Eligible full-time police and fire personnel participate in the Ohio Police & Fire Pension Fund (OP&F). Optional deferred compensation retirement plans are also available.
• Affordable Healthcare: Low-deductible health insurance, with the City paying 85% of premiums, plus City-paid dental and vision insurance.
• Generous Paid Time Off: 12 paid holidays annually, vacation and personal days, and three weeks of earned sick leave each year.
• Financial Protection: City-paid life insurance coverage equal to the greater of your annual salary or $75,000, plus longevity pay after one year of service.
• Additional Support: Flexible Spending Accounts and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Build a rewarding career with benefits that provide value today and security for tomorrow.

Benefits are subject to position eligibility, applicable policies, and plan provisions.
More Than a Job: A Career That Makes a Difference
Working for the City of Forest Park offers more than a paycheck and competitive benefits. It provides an opportunity to build a meaningful career while making a lasting difference in the community. As a City employee, you join a team dedicated to delivering essential services, strengthening neighborhoods, supporting local businesses, and improving residents' quality of life. Forest Park values professional growth, teamwork, innovation, and public service. Employees have opportunities to develop their skills, expand their experience, and contribute to projects that help shape the City's future.

Join a team where your work matters, your contributions are valued, and your career can grow alongside the community you serve.

Essential Functions

1. Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on all City-owned equipment such as oil changes, lubrication, motor tune-ups, diesel trucks and heavy equipment.
2. Performs general automotive repair work on all City-owned equipment as needed. This would include such things as installing or adjusting brakes, overhauling engines, carburetor repair, and replacing worn out or defective parts on motor vehicles and equipment.
3. Maintains record system on Preventive Vehicular Maintenance program.
4. Assists Fleet Manager in preparing bidding specifications for new equipment.
5. May operate equipment or perform other work in Public Works Department as required.
6. Must be willing to work shifts/emergencies other than normal business hours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
7. Performs related work as required.

Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

1. General knowledge of small engine repair, automotive repair, combustion and diesel engines,all of the various systems associated with automotive-equipment, including fuel carburetion, fuel pumps, fuel injection, brakes, steering, transmissions, suspension, electrical, cooling, lubrication, air conditioning systems, ABS brake systems, and hydraulics, including police cars, fire department apparatus and ability to perform scheduled preventive vehicular maintenance.

1. Ability to maintain a record system on the Preventative Vehicular Maintenance Program established and schedule maintenance as required.

1. Thorough knowledge of the State laws pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles and trailers on the highways.

1. Skill and care in the operation of motor vehicles.

1. Knowledge of safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safe work practices when working with and around automotive equipment and automotive repair equipment.

1. Ability to lift 75 lbs.

1. Ability to perform moderately heavy to heavy manual labor.

Minimum Required Experience and Training

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Two years paid/employed experience in motor vehicle repair work.
3. Must have a valid Commercial Driver's License-Class B from the State of Ohio, including a motorcycle endorsement, and the ability to drive at night with no restrictions or be able to obtain within 6 months.
4. Must be able to be insured and remain insurable by the City's insurance carrier if the position requires driving. It is desirable to possess a certification from the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification.

The City of Forest Park offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees including: pension plan, health care, Health Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), dental care, vision, life insurance, holidays, vacation, sick leave and deferred compensations plans.