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Mechanic I - 955

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Posting Number 3476P
Position Title Mechanic I - 955
Department Public Works
Job Code 02107
FLSA Status Non-Exempt
Union Code/Affiliation Local 955
Division VEHICLE MAINTENANCE
Job Description Summary
The purpose of this job is to diagnose and maintain vehicles, including preventive and light duty electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic work.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities - The intent of this job description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by employees in this job. Employees may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description

  • Services, diagnoses, and repairs city vehicles and equipment to ensure safe working condition.
  • Conducts and documents motor vehicle inspections for all city equipment. Maintains accurate records.


  • Adheres to proper safety protocols.

  • Assists fleet personnel and other departments as needed.

  • Maintains knowledge of current technology.

  • Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities
  • No supervisory authority. Work does require providing guidance and training to others.
Human Collaboration and Job Impact - This area describes the personal interaction with others outside direct reporting relationships as well as the impact the job has on organization, the department or unit objectives, the output of services, or employee or public satisfaction
  • Work may require providing advice to others outside direct reporting relationships on specific problems or general policies. Contact may require the consideration of different points of view to reach agreement. Elements of persuasion may be necessary to gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas.


  • Interactions have significant impact on the organization in terms of time, money, orpublic/employee relations.
Fiscal Responsibility
  • Position has no fiscal responsibility.
Education and Experience - An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered

Education and Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent.


  • 2-year technical degree or three years of journey-level experience in vehicle repair and maintenance.

Licenses or Certifications

  • Class B Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with no airbrake restriction within 6 months of hire.

  • Department of Transportation (DOT) medical certification.

  • Missouri Motor Vehicle Inspector License within 6 months of hire.

  • Refrigerant Recovery and Recycling Equipment Certification within 6 months of hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities which may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with this position

Knowledge of:

  • Standard practices of the automotive and mechanical trades.


  • Welding and fabrication.

  • Safety protocols and procedures.

Skill in:

  • Recognizing, analyzing, and solving a variety of problems.

  • Communicating verbally and in writing to meet the needs of the audience.

  • Applying active listening and asking questions for understanding.


Ability to:

  • Read and understand hydraulic and electrical diagrams.

  • Maintain detailed and accurate records.

  • Use and maintain hand and power tools.

  • Work in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.
Work Environment – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job
Work Environment:

  • Outdoor environment – Frequently/Often
  • Street environment – Sometimes
  • Construction site – Sometimes
  • Confined space – Sometimes
  • Vehicle – Frequently/Often
  • Shop environment – Frequently/Often
  • Right of way environment – Sometimes



Exposures:

  • Individuals who are hostile or irate – Sometimes
  • Extreme cold (below 32 degrees) – Frequently/Often
  • Extreme heat (above 100 degrees) – Frequently/Often
  • Communicable diseases – Frequently/Often
  • Moving mechanical parts – Frequently/Often
  • Fumes or airborne particles – Frequently/Often
  • Toxic or caustic chemicals or substances – Frequently/Often
  • Loud noises (85+ decibels such as heavy trucks, jack hammers, construction) – Frequently/Often
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  • This position involves frequent exposure to unpleasant environmental conditions and/or hazards and majority of work is performed outside or with exposure to risk.


  • Incumbents may be required to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly having to move objects.


  • Incumbents frequently required to feel attributes of objects in order to check parts for wear; grasp tools; push to move shop equipment; stand to service heavy equipment; walk; drive; reach with hands/arms to make various repairs; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl to inspect a vehicle; and move up and down from/to a sitting position on the floor to work under vehicles.

  • This position requires clarity of vision, three-dimensional vision, ability to identify/distinguish colors, and precise hand-eye coordination in order to perform visual inspections to discover failed parts and components and to follow wiring diagrams to perform diagnosis.
Hours/Days
Multiple shifts.
Starting Salary $22.47 per hour
Pay Grade 107
Number of Positions Available 5
Deadline to Apply 05/22/2024
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
Notice to Applicants
Individuals needing accommodation to apply may call 573.874.CITY (2489)

TTY: 711 (MO RELAY)

THE CITY OF COLUMBIA IS A MERIT, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: MALE / FEMALE


THE CITY OF COLUMBIA REQUIRES PRE-EMPLOYMENT DRUG TESTING


The City of Columbia participates in the federal E-Verify work authorization program

Posting Specific Questions

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  1. How did you hear about this job?
    • Indeed.Com
    • KOMU
    • Website - City of Columbia
    • City Employee
    • Social Media
    • Newspaper - Columbia Daily Tribune
    • Website - Careers in Government
    • Website - Greathires.com
    • Cable Channel
    • Internal Job Posting
    • Missouri Municipal League
    • Walk-In
    • Zip Recruiter
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