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City of Ames Mechanic Assistant - CyRide in Ames, Iowa
Mechanic Assistant - CyRide
SALARY
$25.54 Hourly
LOCATION
50010, IA
JOB TYPE
Full-Time
JOB NUMBER
24-1322-01
DEPARTMENT
CyRide
OPENING DATE
10/07/2024
CLOSING DATE
10/28/2024 12:00 PM Central
FLSA
Non-Exempt
BARGAINING UNIT
IUOE-BC
RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT?
Yes
Centrally located in the heart of Iowa, Ames is a vibrant, progressive community with more than 66,000 residents providing an excellent quality of life. Home to Iowa State University, Ames offers year-round recreation opportunities, diverse cultural offerings, a stable economy, safe neighborhoods, and a high-achieving school district.
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Supplemental Information
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We are currently conducting an open recruitment to establish a Civil Service eligibility list of qualified Mechanic candidates. The list will be valid for up to one years from the date of certification by the Ames Civil Service Commission and may be used to fill one or more vacancies in this classification. In addition, City of Ames Civil Service employees who have previously held Civil Service status in this classification and are interested in voluntarily demoting or laterally transferring into the current vacancy must submit their application by the deadline, as well as all other interested applicants.
Our Mechanic Assistants, under general supervision of the Transit Maintenance Coordinator, perform repair and preventive maintenance activities or assist in performing more complex activities related to the maintenance and repair of gasoline or diesel powered automotive or heavy equipment. They also perform related work as assigned.
Some immediate unique benefits for this position are: * Garage workspace is heated and air conditioned. * $400 reimbursable tool allowance each fiscal year. ** Assistance in obtaining a CDL permit and license.
SALARY The starting annual salary for this position is $25.54 per hour as of July 1, 2024. Specified months of City of Ames Mechanic Assistant service are applied in step increases to salary, per the IUOE bargaining agreement. The current steps are outlined below:
July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 Months Annual Pay 0-18 $25.54 19-48 $29.06 37 and up $34.16
Our comprehensive benefits package can be viewed at:City of Ames Benefits
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program: The PSLF Program is a federal program that is intended to encourage individuals to work in public service by forgiving the balance of their federal student loans. To qualify, the individual must have made 120 qualifying payments while employed by a qualifying employer. For more information, please visit the website through this link:PSLF Program
This position is also bound by a residency requirement per the same bargaining agreement, which is outlined under "Other Supplemental Information" later in this posting.
In order to be considered for this position, all applicants must submit their online application by the deadline listed on this posting. Your application includes complete responses to the supplemental questions. Please keep in mind that submission of a resume in lieu of work experience on your application or answering the supplemental questions is not sufficient.
Performs preventive maintenance, inspection and diagnostics on heavy and automotive equipment systems; performs maintenance such as removing and replacing defective automotive equipment or assists more senior mechanics in disassembling and assembling major components; maintains shop and building(s); maintains tools and equipment in a safe, clean and usable conditi n; performs routine building and shelter maintenance and repair tasks, including snow removal.
Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. ETP values include: committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; committing to diversity, equity and inclusion; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respecting one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment.
Other Job Functions: Assists in checking and maintaining inventory of frequently used items; may transport vehicles or equipment to and from service vendors, dealerships, or local facilities.
Education and Experience:High school diploma, HiSet, or GED and two years of experience in general maintenance and repair of gasoline or diesel powered automotive or heavy equipment engines or their related systems (including manufacturing maintenance and repair); or an equivalent combination of education and experience. An associate's degree in automotive, auto-mechanic, and/or diesel technology from a hands on experience based program is preferred.
Employment Qualifications:No record of more than two total moving violations and/or accidents in the last three years; no more than two serious accidents within the last five years; no record of operating a vehicle while under the influence (OWI); no record of revoked or suspended driver's license in last five years; no record of hit and run accidents. An offer of employment is conditional upon the following: satisfactory background check; obtaining CDL Permit; employment physical; drug and alcohol test; and obtaining a CDL license.
Licenses and Certificates:Ability to obtain a valid Iowa Drivers License; ability to obtain Commercial Driver's License Permit within 30 days of start date; ability to obtain Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B with passenger and air brake endorsements) within three attempts; must maintain Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B with passenger and air brake endorsements).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Some knowledge of the operation, repair and maintenance of automotive or heavy equipment systems; some knowledge of the safe use and care of tools and equipment used in maintaining and repairing automotive equipment; some knowledge of tools, equipment and procedures involved in welding as related to automotive maintenance. Some knowledge of vehicle networking.
Skill in correctly and safely performing repair or maintenance tasks, including welding and use of shop power tools; skill in the safe operation of automotive vehicles.
Ability to diagnose, remove, and replace defective automotive equipment; ability to follow oral and written instruction; ability to perform routine work in accordance with established time and safety standards under undesirable working conditions; ability to establish and to maintain effective work