Fleet Maintenance Mechanic

CITY OF FOREST PARK, OHIO — FLEET MAINTENANCE MECHANIC Full-time | Public Works | 1201 W. Kemper Rd, Forest Park, OH 45240 PAY $67,231.53–$82,557.87 annually. Starting pay is based on experience and could include the top of the range for the right candidate. Overtime available. GENERAL FUNCTION AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform preventive maintenance and general repair work on vehicles and equipment in the City’s fleet under the Fleet Manager. Perform scheduled maintenance including oil changes, lubrication and tune-ups on City-owned equipment, diesel trucks and heavy equipment. Perform automotive repairs including brake installation/adjustment, engine overhauls, carburetor repair, and replacement of worn/defective parts. Maintain preventive-maintenance records; assist the Fleet Manager with bidding specifications for new equipment; operate equipment or perform other Public Works duties as required. Must be willing to work shifts/emergencies outside normal business hours including nights, weekends and holidays. MINIMUM EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING High school diploma or equivalent. Two years paid/employed motor vehicle repair experience. Valid Ohio Class B Commercial Driver’s License, including motorcycle endorsement and ability to drive at night without restrictions, or ability to obtain within six months. Must be insurable and remain insurable by the City’s insurance carrier where driving is required. ASE and Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) certifications are desirable. SKILLS AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Knowledge of small-engine and automotive repair; combustion/diesel engines; fuel carburetion, pumps/injection, brakes/ABS, steering, transmissions, suspension, electrical, cooling, lubrication, air conditioning and hydraulics, including police vehicles and fire apparatus. Ability to perform scheduled preventive maintenance, maintain records and schedule maintenance. Knowledge of State motor vehicle/trailer laws, safe vehicle operation, occupational hazards and safe repair practices. Ability to lift 75 lbs. and perform moderately heavy to heavy manual labor. BENEFITS OPERS pension with 14% City and 10% employee contributions; optional deferred compensation retirement plans; low-deductible health coverage with City paying 85% of premiums; City-paid dental and vision; HSA/FSA; 12 paid holidays; vacation and personal days; three weeks earned sick leave annually; City-paid life insurance equal to the greater of annual salary or $75,000; longevity after one year; Employee Assistance Program. Benefits subject to position eligibility, applicable policies and plan provisions. HOW TO APPLY Apply through the official GovernmentJobs posting only: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/fstpkcitoh/jobs/5472862/fleet-maintenance-mechanic?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs Review the official posting for complete requirements, responsibilities and benefits. The City does not sponsor work visas for this position. Pay: $67,231.53 - $82,557.87 per year Benefits: Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Retirement plan Vision insurance Work Location: In person

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