Heavy Equipment & Auto Mechanic

Heavy Equipment & Auto Mechanic 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars River Road, NC $25.00

• $31.25 an hour
• Full-time City of Wilmington, NC 14 reviews $25.00
• $31.25 an hour
• Full-time The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

One City. One Community.

One Mission:

Keep the City Running. Join a team that values your skills and supports your future with great benefits, including a pension, city provided 4.5% contribution into a 401 (k) account (no match required!), employer paid health & wellness clinic, and free city gym access! The purpose of this position is to service heavy-duty trucks and equipment by completing preventive maintenance and routine repairs. Other duties include performance of shop maintenance and housekeeping functions, performing service calls, and picking up parts from various vendors when needed. Typical Tasks Perform preventative maintenance in accordance with guidelines established by Wilmington Fleet Garage. This includes performing DOT inspections. Performing inspections of engine, driveline, steering, suspension, safety/ emergency equipment and body components. Changing all fluids and filters. Properly documenting all repairs needed. Checking vehicle operation when complete. Perform proper diagnosis and repair of Fleet Heavy Equipment according to manufacturer standards. Repair includes (but not limited to) engine, transmission, drive train, steering/suspension, electronics, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Clean and maintain the shop by cleaning all bays, removing trash and debris, sweeping floors and properly disposing of all supplies and used materials.

Qualifications Required Qualifications Education:

Six-months to one year of advanced study or training beyond high school or GED education.

Experience:

Three (3) years of experience performing maintenance on a variety of different vehicles OR equivalent combination of education and experience. Other Requirements Current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification OR the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire. Refrigerant Recovery Certification OR the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire. Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) OR the ability to obtain within 180 days of hire.

Notes :

Driving check and criminal background checks are required for the selected candidate. Post-offer drug screen is also required for the selected candidate.

• Mechanics will be required to maintain certifications as a condition of continued employment.
• Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

: Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly

WORKING CONDITIONS

: This position generally requires work in a shop setting.

Our Core Values :

INCLUSION

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COLLABORATION

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CREATIVITY

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ACCOUNTABILITY

Our Mission Statement:

Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.

What we offer:

The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families.

Our benefits package includes:

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System Employer-paid health & wellness clinic Free on-site city gym access Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year 6-weeks paid parental leave Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives Tuition assistance benefits

Applicant Status Updates :

After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal. Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week. Health Insurance

• The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage. Dental Insurance
• Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage. Life Insurance
• The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary.

Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.

Retirement:

NC Local Government Retirement System

• All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period. Deferred Compensation
• The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to a 401(k) plan regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the 401(k) or 457 deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines. Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually
• ):•Sick Leave•12 days accrued each year•Annual Leave•Accrual based on years of service and classification.

Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.

• Holidays
• 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid Parental Leave
• Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).

Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.

Miscellaneous:

Tuition reimbursement Employee Assistance Program Short & Long Term Disability Cancer & Critical Illness Accident Insurance Whole Life Insurance Credit Union membership

Note:

The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to recieve their first paycheck approximately 3 weeks after their start date.

• This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/Government/Departments-Divisions/Human-Resources/Benefits for more information.

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