Body Shop Mechanic I

This job was posted by https://www.kansasworks.com : For more

information, please see: https://www.kansasworks.com/jobs/13567828

**The City of Wichita is NOT an E-Verify Employer.**

**Distinguishing Features of Work**

Step into a role where precision meets purpose. As a Body Shop Mechanic

I with the City of Wichita Fleet Division, you restore more than

vehicles, you keep essential city services moving safely and

efficiently. From fire apparatus to public works equipment, your

craftsmanship directly supports the communitys daily operations. This

position offers hands-on, high-impact work in a collaborative

environment where technical skill, attention to detail, and

accountability are valued. You will diagnose, repair, refinish, and

return critical fleet assets to service with confidence, ensuring

reliability across a diverse municipal fleet. If you take pride in

quality repairs and measurable results, this is a career where your

expertise drives visible impact.

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**Examples of Work Performed**

• Welds, using gas and electric methods.
• Repairs vehicle electrical systems.
• Repairs vehicle body sheet metal, plastics, and paint.
• Performs front and rear alignments and wheel balance.
• Estimates time and material required to repair damaged
  
  

vehicles/equipment.

• Confers with insurance companies regarding damage and settlements
  
  

for vehicle repair.

• Maintains related paperwork.
• These examples are not intended to be all-inclusive.
• Other related duties and responsibilities may be assigned as needed.
  
  

**Requirements of Work**

• Knowledge of tools and equipment used in the trade and the ability
  
  

to use these tools to perform repair work.

• Knowledge of all types of paints and materials and the ability to
  
  

mix paint and paint vehicles/equipment.

• Knowledge of properties of metals and plastics and the ability to
  
  

perform repair work on both.

• Knowledge of and skill and ability to perform gas and electric
  
  

welding.

• Knowledge of paintless dent repair.
• May require the ability to climb onto equipment and make repairs as
  
  

much as 25\' in height.

• Ability to lift, climb, bend, and twist as necessary to remove,
  
  

repair, or recondition and replace body, interior, suspension, and

drive train parts, and glass.

• Ability to lift and carry bulky objects weighing up to 50 pounds for
  
  

distances up to 100 ft.

• Ability to read, interpret, and apply information contained in
  
  

technical repair manuals.

• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in writing.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with
  
  

associates and employees of other Departments.

• Attainment of a valid Kansas Class B Commercial Driver\'s
  
  

License (CDL) is required within one year of hire

• Possession of at least one ASE certification in Trac B2, B3 or B6,
  
  

plus attainment of at least two such certifications within one year

of hire

• Compliance with ASE policy will be required at time of hire and
  
  

throughout duration of employment.

• Eligible for up to \$10,000 annual bonus for ASE certifications as
  
  

outlined in the ASE policy.

• An employee shall not pose a direct threat to the health or safety
  
  

of other individuals in the workplace.

• Public Works & Utilities is responsible for the operation of many
  
  

critical systems, such as water and wastewater treatment, the Citys

transportation network, and more. Therefore, PW&U employees are the

first responders in many emergency situations. When an emergency is

declared by the Department Director, or designee, all employees may

be required to work in preparation, response, or recovery activities

related to the stated emergency

Please note that this pos tion is part of a random drug testing pool,

and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with

company policies and applicable laws.

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evaluation of the results of a criminal record check.

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