POSITION TYPE: Hourly, Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY: This position is responsible for troubleshooting, maintaining, repairing, and overhauling city vehicles and equipment.

MAJOR DUTIES:

• Performs preventative maintenance on city vehicles and equipment; changes oil and transmission fluid; replaces fuel and air filters; inspects brakes, tires, and suspension.
• Troubleshoots and diagnoses engine failures; repairs diesel, gasoline, and propane engines.
• Diagnoses and repairs transmission, electrical, and hydraulic failures.
• Maintains and repairs hydraulic cylinders, pumps, and motors.
• Rebuilds transmissions.
• Fabricates and engineers repairs of broken parts; performs welding tasks.
• Repairs exhaust systems.
• Repairs and replaces tires.
• Responds to emergency call out situations as required.
• Operates appropriate diagnostic equipment.
• Repairs vehicles and equipment in the field.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED BY THE POSITION:

• Knowledge of the techniques, procedures, tools, and equipment used in the repair and maintenance of vehicle mechanical, hydraulic, electrical, and HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of preventative maintenance schedules for vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in the repair and maintenance of city vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in the operation of diagnostic equipment.
• Skill in welding, designing, and fabricating parts.
• Skill in oral and written communication.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School graduate or equivalent and three (3) years experience is required.
• Must comply with Missouri CDL requirements and maintain a valid Missouri Class “B” or better CDL with air brake endorsement.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Preference may be given for ASE certification or other appropriate specialized training.

BENEFITS:Benefit package includes health, dental, and life insurance provided, retirement pension plan provided, paid vacation leave, paid sick leave, and more. The total compensation value for this position is $28.91 hourly/$60,135 yearly, which consists of the starting hourly rate plus the benefit package. For more benefit information go to www.cityofcape.org/jobs .Before final appointment, successful applicant will be required to successfully complete a drug test, background investigation, and pre-employment physical. The City of Cape Girardeau reserves the right to notify only those individuals selected for an interview as to the status of their application for employment. EOE/ADA/M/F/V