Mechanic, Senior

Mechanic, Senior City of Tempe Arizona - 3.2 Tempe, AZ Job Details Full-time $28.17 - $41.53 an hour 2 hours ago Benefits Wellness program Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Qualifications Heavy equipment mechanics High school diploma or GED Driver's License Hand tools Full Job Description Qualifications

SENIOR MECHANIC

This recruitment is open until the position is filled. First review of applications will occur on Thursday, June 25, 2026.

Pay Grade:

110

Hourly Salary Range:

$28.17 - $41.53 The successful candidate's placement in the salary range will depend upon previous experience in a similar role. The City of Tempe offers a comprehensive benefits package including: 13 Paid Holidays and 1 Personal Day Vacation Accrual starts at 9.33 hours/month. Higher monthly vacation accrual rates may be available with prior ASRS service. Sick Leave Accrual; 8 hours/month Uniform Credit, Jeans and Safety Boot Allowance Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits Wellness Program Discount on health premiums Medical Reimbursement Program; $61.16/month Tuition Reimbursement; $6,500/year Participation in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS) Defined benefit plan with mandatory employer and employee contributions currently at 12% which includes a Long-Term Disability benefit Supplemental Retirement Plans through Nationwide; 457, 401K, and Employer contribution Position is eligible for up to 24 hours of floating holiday leave To view the employee benefit summary, please visit: Employee Benefit Summary Department /

Division:

Public Works /

Field Operations Job Type :

Full-Time Regular This position is classified as safety sensitive. Employees in safety sensitive positions are prohibited from all marijuana usage whether medical or recreational.

Schedule:

Monday - Friday, 6:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. OR 2:00 p.m. -10:30 p.m. Schedule rotates every 3 months

Job Number:

RC# 902468 DESCRIPTION / ESSENTIAL

FUNCTIONS

This position performs complex diagnosis, maintenance and repairs a variety of city vehicles and equipment to ensure safe and normal operation. Duties include, but are not limited to the following Diagnoses and repairs gasoline and diesel engines, electric and hybrid vehicles, air compressors, auxiliary engines, and complex hydraulic, electrical systems and cooling systems. Diagnoses and repairs air conditioning systems in light and heavy-duty vehicles and heavy equipment. Repairs or rebuilds air and hydraulic brake components, drums, discs, and cylinders. Uses various computer scan tools to diagnose and comprehend engine, transmission, and/or brake data in order to complete repairs. Performs simple to complex welding and fabrication on city equipment as required. Adheres to and performs work according to manufacturer specifications to ensure proper repairs for maximum safety and reliability. Creates job codes, documents and maintains records of work performed. Maintains shop equipment and a clean and safe work environment. May perform responsibilities of a similar nature and level as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

Experience:

Two (2) years of experience of journey-level automotive and heavy equipment mechanic work, or related experience. Candidates must have the minimum amount of work experience. Years of experience are based upon a full-time work schedule (2,080 hours per year). The sum of an applicant's full-time and/or part-time qualifying work experience must meet or exceed the stated minimum qualification. Education will not substitute for the required work experience; however, related unpaid and/or volunteer work experience may be used as qualifying work experience.

Education:

High school diploma or GED. Professional Licensure and/or

Certifications:

Valid driver's license Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL), obtain within one (1) year of hire. Arizona Department of Environmental Quality vehicle emission inspector's license, obtain within one (1) year of hire. Additional Requirements Complete basic set of mechanic hand tools

Additional:

Applicants considered for this job classification must pass the following: Criminal history review Post offer/pre-employment drug and alcohol screen Post offer/pre-employment physical For a complete list of City of Tempe job descriptions go to: Job Descriptions | City of Tempe, AZ This position is FLSA Non-Exempt which means employees are eligible for overtime compensation and/or compensatory time Employees in this position are represented by the United Arizona Employee Association (UAEA)

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

: The City of Tempe is an Equal Opportunity / Reasonable Accommodation employer. The City does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, familial status, age, disability, and United States military veteran status. Pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, the City will make a reasonable accommodation(s) during the recruitment & selection process. Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation by contacting Human Resources at 480-350-8276. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.