About the Department

Under general supervision, this position performs work in the maintenance, servicing, and repair of automotive, truck, and other mechanical equipment, including preventive maintenance and general overhaul work on gasoline and diesel engines and electrical equipment on a variety of City-owned equipment.

More specific details will be provided if applicable, but here is our general timeline:

Week of May 11, 2026 - initial review of applications
Week of May 18, 2026 - first round virtual interviews
Week of May 25, 2026 - second round in person interviews
If candidate is selected:
Tuesday June 23, 2026 - Council appointment
Wednesday June 24, 2026 - earliest start

Position Duties

Prepare, evaluate and complete preventative maintenance schedules for all vehicles and mechanical equipment, either personally or through outside vendors, in a cost-effective and timely manner
Perform general overhaul and preventive maintenance work on mechanical equipment, including but not limited to: vans, automobiles, light and heavy trucks, road maintenance equipment, park's turf maintenance equipment, air compressors, chain saws, snow removal equipment, tractors, water pumps, generators, trailers, and other city-owned equipment
Diagnose and perform electrical repairs such as wiring, emergency lighting, WiMax, AVL/GPS, and two-way radio equipment
Operate tire changer, wheel balancer, brake lathe, cutting torch, and welders
Diagnose complex vehicle and equipment problems
Evaluate the status of mechanical equipment and perform or schedule needed repairs
Perform tune-ups, adjustments, and oil changes
Operate diagnostic instruments and a variety of hand, electronic, and air-driven tools.
Inspect, adjust, and replace necessary parts in the performance of repair and maintenance work
Provide emergency field assistance to disabled equipment as needed and appropriate.
Maintain accurate records on all work performed and supplies used
Order parts and maintain inventory
Develop and maintain shop procedures for the maintenance and repair of equipment and mechanical systems
Perform DOT Commercial Vehicle inspections. Assist in all aspects of Public Works maintenance activities within but not limited to the Parks, Recreation, Streets, and Utility divisions
Respond to after-hours calls/inquiries as directed or needed during any calendar day
Maintain prompt, predictable, and regular physical attendance.
Ability to take direction and work well with others.
Ability to communicate clearly and professionally in writing and verbally.
Ability to operate a laptop computer in order to process work orders using the City’s asset management and work order program and diagnose both gasoline and diesel engine fuel management systems, vehicle body management systems, and snow and ice control equipment.
Must be able to react to change productively and handle other tasks, including work outside the fleet division, as assigned.
Must be able to work in conjunction with other department staff.
Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

Education

High school diploma or GED certificate

Experience

One (1) year of experience in mechanical equipment repair or related field.

Training, Certificates, and Licenses

Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license
Possess or obtain (within six (6) months of hire) and maintain a valid Class A CDL driver’s license.
Possess DOT Minnesota Commercial Vehicle Inspector's Certificate or able to obtain within six (6) months of hire
ASE certification or ability to obtain in one (1) year of hire

Other
Furnish a complete set of hand tools

Other Qualifications