MECHANIC

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The following position is available with the City of Lafayette. If you are interested in being
considered for this position, applications are ONLY available on-line - Work4Lafayette.com

The application deadline is OPEN UNTIL FILLED

Available with the Motor Vehicle Department:

POSITION:
Mechanic

LOCATION:
Fleet Maintenance
3601 McCarty Lane, Bldg. B
Lafayette, IN 47905

HOURS:
7:00 AM – 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday

SALARY:
$2,226.84 - $2,561.67 bi-weekly

DESCRIPTION:
Incumbent participates in routine maintenance for all City of Lafayette vehicles and equipment,
such as general repair and maintenance of gasoline / diesel engines, transmissions, drive train,
electrical, hydraulic components, brakes, and tires; Has a working knowledge of repair
principles and practices; Troubleshoots repairs and formulates repair procedures; Performs on-
site repairs for broken down vehicles and equipment; Completes computer work orders for tasks
performed; Performs clean-up duties inside and outside facility; Performs related essential /
non-essential functions as required or assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:
High School diploma or G.E.D. required. A.S.E. (Automotive Service Excellence) certified or
equivalent certification preferred. Ability to obtain E.V.T. (Emergency Vehicle Technician)
certifications; Ability to obtain a Class B C.D.L.; Ability to operate all City of Lafayette vehicles
legally and safely; Availability to work overtime, nights, weekends, and holidays as necessary.
Must hold a valid Indiana driver’s license and have a demonstrated safe driving record.

PHYSICAL EFFORT AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:
Performs light to heavy work requiring lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling actions; Required to
walk, stand, sit, lie down, and climb while completing work assignments. Work is performed
both inside and outside under hot/cold conditions. Generally performs work inside garage area
where contact with some hazardous conditions, such as harmful cleaning agents, chemicals,
dirt, dust, grease, and noise may occur; Safety gear, such as safety shoes, gloves, eye
protection, welding gear, safety tire cage, inline air gauges, and any other safety equipment
needed for assigned tasks, must be utilized.

The City of Lafayette is an Equal Opportunity Employer