Mechanic

Annual Salary:

$53,001.00 - $56,725.50

Hourly:

$27.18 - $29.09

Department:

Public Service, Public Service

Division:

Fleet Management

FLSA:

Non-Exempt

Job Description:

In this role, you will perform a variety of highly skilled duties to maintain and/or repair the property of the City using a variety of machines, tools, and equipment.

Examples of Duties:

• Maintains and repairs City vehicles and diesel equipment including garbage trucks, sweepers, scows, dump trucks, vans, pick-up trucks, sedans, boats, motorcycles, and/or and various construction equipment.
• Diagnoses and repairs the following vehicles components; air conditioning, engine performance air/hydraulic systems, driveline systems, emission systems, etc.
• Performs minor fabrication and welding as necessary.
• Assists other technicians.
• Picks up or delivers vehicles and equipment when necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and four years of related experience with Technical School Training preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Valid state issued driver's license.
• Ability to obtain Valid Commercial Driver's Permit - Class B within 3 months of hire., and Valid Commercial Driver's License - Class B within 1 year of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Dealership or heavy truck shop experience.

Other Necessary Requirements:

• In the event of major storms or other emergency situations, this position may be subject to 24-hour shifts or any other emergency schedule that is necessary to meet the City's needs.
• May require evenings, weekends, and holidays as scheduled.

The City of Charleston is firmly committed to Equal Employment Opportunity ( EEOC) as a fundamental policy to be implemented and observed in our daily operation. Our full EEOC statement can be found on our website: www.charleston-sc.gov [charleston-sc.gov]