Garage Mechanic

Org Marketing Statement

For more than 100 years, the Kansas City Board of Public Utilities (BPU) has provided safe, dependable water and electric services across Wyandotte County. As a non-profit public utility, we are fully committed to serving our customers and the community as a whole. It’s more than simply providing a service. It’s a commitment to a better quality of life. That’s why BPU has been recognized as one of the top public utilities in the country. That’s the Power of Community.

The BPU offers very competitive pay and one of the best benefits packages in greater Kansas City! Come join the Power of Our Community!

Basic Function: Performs preventive maintenance repair and major overhaul of mechanical equipment and vehicles.

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

$47.40 Per Hour

Duties and Responsibilities

• Overhaul transmissions. *
• Overhaul power dividers and rear ends. *
• Overhaul brakes, master cylinders, wheel cylinders vacuum boosters, air brakes, air compressors, and air chambers. *
• Must have the experience and expertise to operate drum and rotor lathe. *
• Must be experienced and able to repair the following*:
• Gasoline Engines (all types and sizes)
• Diesel Engines (all types and sizes)
• Propane Engines (all types and sizes)
• Portable Air Compressors
• Chain Saw
• Lawn Motors (riding, push type and self-propelled)
• Portable Ditch Pumps
• Gasoline Generators
• Backhoes
• Trenchers
• Concrete saws
• Forklift
  
  

• Must be experienced and able to operate the following*:
• Engine Analyzer
• Engine Scanner
• Various gauges and meters used in the fleet maintenance field
• Must be able to diagnose electrical trouble in standard, electronics, and computerized systems. *
• Must have the knowledge and experience to diagnose and repair starting and charging systems. *
• Must have the knowledge and experience to diagnose and repair air conditioning systems and be certified in 1234YF. *
• Must be proficient and experienced in welding with acetylene, arc and wire welding. *
• Must have had Field Troubleshooting experience. *
• Must change flat tires and repair tire when required, lube and oil changes.
• Must be experienced in diagnosing and repairing aerial and hydraulic equipment such as but not limited to the following: derrick diggers, bucket trucks, backhoes, cranes, trenchers, and hydro-lifts (all types). *
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Supervisor of Vehicle Maintenance and/or Garage Working Foreman. *
• Denotes Essential Functions of this Job.
  

Qualifications

Education / Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED required; must be a journeyman mechanic.
• ASE certification in heavy truck maintenance is preferred.
  
  

Position Requirements (Abilities)

• Incumbent must have a good attendance and safety record.
• Must be able to work overtime, weekends, holidays, and regular days off as necessary.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license as required by the State of Kansas for vehicle(s) operated.
• Must be able to attend school and classes during off duty hours to keep current with new development in the mechanic field as directed.
• Must be able to follow written and oral instructions.
  
  

All applicants for this position who do not presently hold a safety sensitive position will be required to submit to a drug test after successful bid and before actual appointment.

Prerequisite Skills: Incumbent must be skilled with use of various tools, materials, and equipment necessary to perform job duties.

Physical Requirements: Applicants must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without a reasonable accommodation.

Other Information

Open Date: April 28, 2026

Applications will be reviewed beginning May 11, 2026.

Recruitment Agency Notice: We are not engaging external recruiting agencies for this position. Please do not forward resumes or contact our team regarding this role.