Mechanic II - Equipment

Mechanic II – Equipment

Equipment Division / Public Works Department

Job posted until filled

Permanent full-time position available

Wage: $61,360.00 – $78,561.60 (starting wage contingent upon experience)

Hours: Monday – Friday, 7:00am – 3:30pm

Job Summary:

Under general direction, performs general service, maintenance, and repairs of vehicles and equipment in the City municipal fleet.

Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other:

Associate's degree from an accredited educational institution and one year of related experience; or three years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Degree in Automotive/Diesel Mechanics. Experience in auto/diesel mechanics, fleet maintenance, or related. Forklift certification required within 60 days of hire. Satisfactory driving record. Valid State of Iowa commercial driver's license instruction permit upon first day in position. Valid State of Iowa Class B commercial driver's license with air brake endorsement within 6 months of hire. Meet federal drug testing requirements. Requires a pre-employment drug screen. Must be 18 years of age. Must pass criminal background check.

Preferred Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other:

Bachelor's degree from an accredited educational institution; or four years of related experience and/or equivalent combination of education and experience. Hydraulic system training. Air conditioning refrigerant handling certification.

More information:

Entry-level Driver Training (ELDT) for employees who need to obtain a required Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is provided by the City. Employees are provided paid time to complete ELDT and to take required CDL tests. Information on how to obtain an Iowa CDL including the CDL manual and practice test are available on the Iowa Department of Transportation website.

The City of Iowa City is an eligible employer under Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. Please visit the PSLF website for more information.

It is the policy of the City of Iowa City to afford equal employment opportunities for all employees and potential City employees. Disability-related accommodations can be requested at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io.