Mechanic I or II

Posting Number: SP005107P

Division/College: Facilities Management

Department: Facilities Management-Shops/Misc.

Location: Moscow

Posting Context Statement:

Position Overview:

Mechanic I:

This position is responsible for the operation, maintenance, diagnosis and repair of university vehicles, construction equipment and landscape-care equipment. It will provide technical support and customer service to other department programs and maintenance operations.

Duties May Include:

• Maintain and repair university vehicles and equipment
• Maintain shop tools and equipment
• Perform diagnostics
• Maintain an inventory and record of parts
• Provide customer service
• Assist with other maintenance duties
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Mechanic II:

The position is responsible for the operation, maintenance, diagnosis and repair of university vehicles, construction equipment and landscape-care equipment. It will provide technical support and customer service to other department programs and maintenance operations.

Duties May Include:

• Maintain and repair university vehicles and equipment
• Manage a fleet of vehicles and equipment
• Perform diagnostics
• Create and assign service requests
• Maintain an inventory and record of parts
• Train and coordinate shop staff
• Provide customer service
• Other duties as assigned
  
  

Required Experience:

Mechanic I:

• Two years maintaining and repairing vehicles and equipment including:
• Automotive and small engine diagnostics and repair
• Mechanical systems
• Use of hand and power diagnostic tools
• Troubleshooting and overhauling

Working in a team environment

Mechanic II:

• Five years maintaining and repairing vehicles and equipment including:
• Automotive and small engine diagnostics and repair
• Mechanical systems
• Use of hand and power diagnostic tools
• Troubleshooting and overhauling
• Maintaining records that document compliance with DEQ regulatory requirements
• Working in a team environment
  

Required Education:

Mechanic I and II:

• None
  
  

Required Other:

Mechanic I:

• Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
• Ability to respond to emergency calls within one hour and serve on weekend call-out duty on a regular rotation. During seasonal snow removal, extended work shifts and additional night shifts are required
  
  

Mechanic II:

• Possess Master Automobile Technician and Maintenance and Light Repair Technician certifications from ASE or be able to acquire them within six months of hire
• Possess a valid driver’s license and be able to meet policy requirements for driving university-owned vehicles
• Ability to respond to emergency calls within one hour and serve on weekend callout duty on a regular rotation. During seasonal snow removal, extended work shifts and additional night shifts are required
  
  

Additional Preferred:

Mechanic I:

• Experience performing fleet care and/or heavy equipment repair including:
• tire installation and repair
• brake replacement and repair
• automotive electrical diagnostics and repair
• landscape equipment repair
• diesel and gasoline engine repairs
• vehicle repairs
• snow equipment and hydraulics repair

Certifications to operate heavy equipment such as loader, backhoe, grader, roller, excavator, aerial lift, scissor lift, street sweeper, forklift, uni-loader, mower and equipment liftGCSAA training and small engine repair OPESA certificationDemonstrated skill in welding and/or fabricating specialized vehicular devicesPossess or be able to obtain a Commercial Driver License Class B or better with air brake endorsement

Mechanic II:

• Three years performing fleet care and/or heavy equipment repair including:
• tire installation and repair
• brake replacement and repair
• automotive electrical diagnostics and repair
• landscape equipment repair
• diesel and gasoline engine repairs
• vehicle repairs
• snow equipment and hydraulics repair
• Certifications to operate heavy equipment such as loader, backhoe, grader, roller, excavator, aerial lift, scissor lift, street sweeper, forklift, uni-loader, mower and equipment lift
• GCSAA training and small engine repair OPESA certification
• Demonstrated skill in welding and/or fabricating specialized vehicular devices
• Possess or be able to obtain a Commercial Driver License Class B or better with air brake endorsement
  

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

Mechanic I and II:

Must Be Able To:

• Bend, stoop and work in awkward positions for several hours at a time
• Climb and work at various heights above ground using ladders, scaffolding or lift and bucket trucks to make mechanical repairs
• Carry, lift or otherwise move items weighing up to 90 pounds
• Work in confined spaces using equipment and appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Work in inclement weather conditions
• Work on uneven and slick surfaces
  
  

Degree Requirement:

Listed degree qualification is required at time of application

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Employee Category: Classified

Pay Range: Commensurate with experience

Type of Appointment: _of_Appointment

FTE:

1.0

Full Time/Part Time: Full Time

Funding:

A visa sponsorship is available for the position listed in this vacancy: No

Posting Date: 12/05/2025

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions To Applicants:

The priority consideration date for applications is 12/19/25. Applications after that date will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until positions are filled.

When entering employment history, be sure to include all past work experience relevant to the duties of this position in the Employment Experience section of the application.

Applicant Resources: https://www.uidaho.edu/human-resources/careers/applicant-resources

Background Check Statement:

Applicants who are selected as final possible candidates must be able to pass a criminal background check.

To apply, visit https://uidaho.peopleadmin.com/postings/50228

The University of Idaho is an equal employment opportunity employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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