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Current Openings

Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic

  • Type:Full Time
  • Salary/Pay Rate:$35.00 - $42.36
  • Posted Date:10/28/2022

DUTIES: Under the general supervision of the Fleet Manager or designee, perform skilled diagnostic
work in the maintenance and repair of construction, road maintenance, and other equipment
generally of a heavy nature requiring special techniques and practices. May occasionally perform work
on light duty vehicles and related equipment. Responsible for diagnosing electrical, mechanical,
hydraulic, on-board or vehicle related computer failures. Is frequently required to hand fit and adjust
various parts made for heavy equipment, using hand tools and common shop machines such as drill
presses and grinders. Duties may involve some tool and part design or fabrication. Employees in this
class may be assigned to work with an apprentice for training purposes.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: High School or Trade/Vocational School graduate
plus technical courses in or related to vehicular mechanics, and for (4) years of journeyman experience
in heavy vehicle repair and maintenance, associated technical trades or an equivalent combination of
education and experience. Experience must have been obtained during the last ten (10) years.

Within twenty-four (24) months of employment must obtain a minimum of four (4) ASE Certifications
or three (3) TASE Certifications.

NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: Must possess a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) at
time of application

SCOPE OF EXAMINATION: There will be a written examination weighted 100% which will test for the
following Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
• Knowledge of materials, methods, diagnostics, welding, electrical wiring and components,
commonly used in the maintenance and repair of heavy and light duty vehicles and equipment and
the operation of a maintenance facility.
• Knowledge of the occupational hazards and safety precautions of the vehicular technician’s trade.
• Ability to read and interpret automotive blueprints, electronic diagrams, and diagnostic.
• Ability to use hand-held computer for diagnostics and related vehicle maintenance software to
record repair function performed.
• Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to safely operate maintenance facility mechanical equipment to include lifts, hoists, welding
equipment and journeymen’s tools.

For more information and an application packet, please click here. 

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  • Application materials are available with each job listing to print, fill out at home and send in.
  • Applications/Resumes must be received by the Human Resources Division or postmarked on or before the last filing date to be considered.

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The City of Stamford is an equal opportunity employer, committed to workforce diversity. Accordingly, as it relates to employment opportunities, The City will provide reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities in accordance with the law. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process should contact the Human Resources Division and request a Human Resources Generalist for the position to which he or she is or has applied at (203) 977-4070.

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