Mechanic - Automotive/Equipment

City of Gaitherburg, MD•Gaithersburg, MD

51d•$49,388 - $93,323

About The Position

The Department of Public Works Fleet Maintenance Division is looking for an experienced Automotive/Equipment Mechanic to perform journeyman-level maintenance, diagnostic, and repair work and related technical duties on a wide variety of the City's gasoline and diesel-powered automotive, construction, mechanical, and other power-driven or specialized equipment. You will be joining a hard-working team that helps support all critical City operations and ensures that the City's vehicle and equipment needs are met by a fleet of safe and well-maintained vehicles. Must have at least two years of skilled experience in repairing automotive and power-driven equipment or have completed an approved mechanical apprenticeship program. Candidates with additional directly relevant experience and the ability to demonstrate proficiency in meeting required skill levels are eligible to be hired at the Mechanic II or Mechanic III level position. You must be hard-working, dependable, responsible, punctual, and safety conscious; able to deliver excellent customer service with a positive attitude; and able to work cooperatively with others and contribute to a successful team effort. 40 hours per week, 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through Friday. Some evening, weekend, and holiday work may be required. The salary range ($49,388 to $93,323) represents the earning potential for this position. Starting salary is negotiable within the salary range, depending on knowledge, qualifications, training, certifications, experience, and skills proficiency. We provide comprehensive insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, long-term care, life), paid time off, generous retirement contributions, health and wellness programs, tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans, excellent work/life balance, and training and professional growth opportunities.

Requirements

At least two years of skilled experience in maintenance and repair on automotive and/or heavy motor equipment, or completion of an approved mechanical apprenticeship program; additional skilled experience is preferred.
Be at least 18 years of age; high school/trade school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
Ability to perform moderate to heavy manual labor over extended periods.
Ability to work weekends, holidays, and overtime when required.
Valid driver's license and safe driving record required.
Valid Commercial Driver's license (CDL) with tanker ("N") endorsement, and passenger ("P") endorsement required within 12 months of hire.
Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Preventive Maintenance A9 Certification (preferred).
Or any acceptable equivalent combination of education, experience, and training that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Nice To Haves

Satisfactory completion of State Highway Administration Basic Traffic Control Training Course.
Satisfactory completion of American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA) Flagger Training Course.
Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA) Forklift Operator Certification.
OSHA 10-Hour Construction Outreach Training Course.
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Class A, B, or C Fuel Site Operator's License.
Federal Environmental Protection Agency Air Conditioning Certification (Clean Air Act, 1990, Section 608 and 609) appropriate to the equipment services/inspected.
CPR, AED, and First Aid certification.

Responsibilities

Service, maintain, and repair City vehicles including automobiles, trucks, construction equipment, buses, and other specialized equipment and related systems; preventive maintenance may include but is not limited to lubrication, oil changes, replacement of worn parts, valve adjustments, engine tune-ups, compression tests, emission control system tests and adjustments, and brake adjustments.
Diagnose problems with vehicles/equipment and make repairs as needed.
Basic tear downs and rebuilds of components and assemblies of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles.
Perform basic road/performance tests on vehicles and equipment; perform road service when necessary.
Keep accurate fleet maintenance records including dates of service, repairs made, parts/materials used, and recommended future service.
Service, maintain, and repair power lawn mowers, tractors, chain saws, weed eaters, small pumps, gasoline engines, and other miscellaneous equipment and tools.
Perform all work in accordance with technical manuals, illustrations, specifications, diagrams, and schematics.
Order parts and check for compliance; assist in maintaining inventories.
Supports snow and ice removal operations.

Benefits

comprehensive insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, long-term care, life)
paid time off
generous retirement contributions
health and wellness programs
tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans
excellent work/life balance
training and professional growth opportunities
Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage - employer pays 85% of premium in each tier
Multi-tiered coverage options (single, single + spouse, single + child, single + children, family)
Retirement Health Savings contribution (for non-participants in medical or dental plans)
CIGNA HealthCare Open Access Plan
Prescription Drug Plan
Wellness Initiatives
Sun Life Indemnity Plan
Use a dentist of choice or participating dentist for increased savings
Basic or Enhanced Plans offered
National Vision Administrators
Use a provider of choice or participating provider for increased savings
Eligible for immediate enrollment in all plans upon hire
401A - Employer contribution equivalent to 8% of employee's annual base salary; fully vested after 5 years
401K - Employer 3% matching contribution on the first 5% of employee's annual base salary contributed by the employee; fully vested after 5 years
401A Supplemental - Additional 5% employer contribution to eligible employees in the Public Works and Police Departments who have physically demanding jobs on a consistent basis; fully vested after 10 years
457-deferred compensation plan and Roth IRA (employee contributions only)
Vacation (12 - 24 days accrued annually; accrual rate based on years of service)
Sick Leave (13 days accrued annually; unlimited accrual)
Personal Leave (28 hours granted annually)
Family Care Leave (up to 8 weeks in rolling 12-month period for eligible employees) to care for newborn/newly adopted/newly placed child or family member
Holidays (11 holidays observed each year)
Volunteer Service (12 hours granted annually)
Jury duty, bereavement leave, military leave (as needed)
Long-Term Care Insurance (employer paid for base plan coverage); buy-up and spouse coverage available (employee paid)
Flexible Spending Accounts
Tools to assist with paying down student loan debt and managing student loans
Employer paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
Long-Term Disability & Workers' Compensation Insurance
Multilingual Stipend ($2,080 per year for eligible employees, paid biweekly)
Language Learning Program (through Babbel)
Housing Stipend (Up to $3,600 per year for eligible employees)
Tuition Assistance (Up to $5,250 per year eligible after 1 year of service)
Healthy Lifestyle Incentives
Employee Assistance Program
First-Time Homebuyer Assistance
Ongoing Training/Personal Development Programs
Credit Union
Recreation & Leisure Opportunities & Discounts
Direct Deposit (required)