City of Grand Rapids, MI
Heavy Equipment Mechanic Job at City of Grand Rapids, MI in Grand Rapids
City of Grand Rapids, MI, Grand Rapids, MI, US, 49528
Salary : $62,931.00 - $75,407.00 Annually
Location : Grand Rapids MI, MI
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: 456 - 0625
Department: Fleet Management
Opening Date: 06/12/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Nature of Work
The purpose of this job is to perform preventive maintenance, inspection and repairs to heavy equipment with a variety of gasoline and diesel engines. Responsible for preparing work orders and the requisition of parts and equipment for repair.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & 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.
This position is 2nd Shift.
Hours: 2:00 pm to 12:00 AM,
Days: Four, 10 hour work days. A schedule of Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday will be assiged.
Minimum Training and Experience
Required Education and Experience
Required Licenses or Certifications:
Other Information
We offer:
The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
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Do you havce at least two (2) years of directly related work experience performing heavy equipment/small engine or automotive mechanical repair and maintenance?
02
If you answered YES to above question. Please describe the type of vehicles and/or equipment you have work experience repairing and maintaining. If answered NO to the above question write NA .
03
Do you have any state-issued certifications related to heavy equipment, automotive or diesel repair? If so, please list them here. If none, write NA
04
Do you possess a valid Michigan driver's license or a valid driver's license from another state?
05
This is a safety sensitive position as defined by the DOT. Within the past five years, do you have any driving convictions on your record other than parking tickets?
06
Do you possess a valid Commercial Driver's License as issued by the State of Michigan or another state?
07
If you have a valid Commercial Driver's License from Michigan or another state, please indicate any endorsement(s) you have.
08
I understand that this position is 2nd Shift that consists of four days per week , ten hours per day. Hours are 2:00 pm to 12:00 AM,A schedule of Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday will be assiged.I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
Required Question
Location : Grand Rapids MI, MI
Job Type: Permanent
Job Number: 456 - 0625
Department: Fleet Management
Opening Date: 06/12/2025
Closing Date: Continuous
Nature of Work
The purpose of this job is to perform preventive maintenance, inspection and repairs to heavy equipment with a variety of gasoline and diesel engines. Responsible for preparing work orders and the requisition of parts and equipment for repair.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & 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.
- Diagnoses and repairs trucks and equipment
- Performs all necessary repairs to maintain the fleet
- Orders the correct parts to repair units
- Documents equipment or truck repairs and repaired times electronically
- Provides preventative maintenance services of all heavy equipment
- Looks up and requests parts as needed
- Keeps and maintains a clean work environment
- Performs related work as required
This position is 2nd Shift.
Hours: 2:00 pm to 12:00 AM,
Days: Four, 10 hour work days. A schedule of Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday will be assiged.
Minimum Training and Experience
Required Education and Experience
- High school diploma (or GED equivalent) with training in automotive/heavy equipment/light equipment, gasoline or diesel engine repairs
- At least two (2) years of experience performing automotive/heavy equipment/small engine mechanical repair and maintenance; and/or state certifications
- Any equivalent combination of training, education, and experience that provides the required skills, knowledge and abilities
Required Licenses or Certifications:
- Possession of a valid Michigan Commercial Driver's License, Class A with an N Endorsement or the ability to obtain one within the six (6) month probationary period
Other Information
We offer:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision starting on Day 1
- 6% employee 401a contribution with employer matching (6% or 7% based on bargaining unit)
- Employee & Employer contributions to Retiree Health Savings Account
- Voluntary benefits such as term life insurance, flexible spending accounts, accidental insurance, disability insurance, and deferred compensation plan options
- Twelve Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation and Sick Time
- Paid parking (if applicable)
- Employee Home Ownership Incentive
- Tuition Reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Paid Parental Leave
- Employee Assistance Program with free mental health counseling
- Comprehensive Wellness program with a health and wellness incentive
- Employee Discounts and Perks
The City of Grand Rapids does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy or gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
01
Do you havce at least two (2) years of directly related work experience performing heavy equipment/small engine or automotive mechanical repair and maintenance?
- Yes
- No
02
If you answered YES to above question. Please describe the type of vehicles and/or equipment you have work experience repairing and maintaining. If answered NO to the above question write NA .
03
Do you have any state-issued certifications related to heavy equipment, automotive or diesel repair? If so, please list them here. If none, write NA
04
Do you possess a valid Michigan driver's license or a valid driver's license from another state?
- Yes
- No
05
This is a safety sensitive position as defined by the DOT. Within the past five years, do you have any driving convictions on your record other than parking tickets?
- Yes
- No
06
Do you possess a valid Commercial Driver's License as issued by the State of Michigan or another state?
- Yes
- No
07
If you have a valid Commercial Driver's License from Michigan or another state, please indicate any endorsement(s) you have.
- T - Double or Triple Trailers
- P - Passenger
- N - Tank
- H - Hazardous Materials
- X - Combined Tank & Haz Mat
- S - School Bus
- No endorsements
08
I understand that this position is 2nd Shift that consists of four days per week , ten hours per day. Hours are 2:00 pm to 12:00 AM,A schedule of Monday through Thursday or Tuesday through Friday will be assiged.I have read and acknowledge the above statement.
- Yes
- No
Required Question