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Mechanic I - Equipment

City of Iowa City
Iowa, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 8/6/2026 CLOSED ON 9/4/2026

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanic I - Equipment position at City of Iowa City?

Equipment Division /Public Works Department

Job posted until filled

Visit www.icgov.org/jobs

to apply online

Permanent full-time position available

Salary Range: $57,553.60 - $73,840.00 (starting wage contingent upon experience)

Hours: Monday - Friday, 2:30pm - 11:00pm

Job Summary

Under general direction, performs basic service, maintenance and repairs of vehicles and

equipment in the City municipal fleet.

Minimum Education, Experience, Certification/Licensure, Other

Associates degree from an accredited educational institution; or two 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. Valid State of Iowa drivers license

with a satisfactory driving record. Satisfactory driving record. Valid State of Iowa commercial

drivers license instruction permit upon first day in position. Valid State of Iowa Class B

commercial drivers 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

Associates 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.

More Information

Entry-level Driver Training (ELDT) for employees who need to obtain a required Commercial

Drivers 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.

A full job description including a listing of essential duties and responsibilities and necessary

knowledge, skills and abilities is available at www.icgov.org/jobs under Job Descriptions.

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Salary : $57,554 - $73,840

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