Job Information
Salt Lake City Corporation Airport Fleet Mechanic in Salt Lake City, Utah
Position Title:
Airport Fleet Mechanic
Job Description:
Are you a skilled mechanic with a passion for keeping vehicles and equipment in top-notch condition? Join our team as an Airport Fleet Mechanic! In this dynamic role, you will perform journey-level diagnostics, repairs, and maintenance on a variety of heavy and light vehicles, including electric vehicles (EVs). Reporting to the shift supervisor, your expertise will be highly valued and will play a crucial role in ensuring our airport operations run smoothly.
About the Position:
As an Airport Fleet Mechanic, you will be responsible for diagnosing and repairing mechanical and electrical problems on both light and heavy equipment. This includes everything from police cars, tow trucks, and ATVs to bulldozers, fire trucks, and power shovels. You will utilize your skills to overhaul engines, transmissions, and other essential components, ensuring all vehicles are safe and operational. Additionally, you will mentor Fleet Mechanic trainees, perform safety inspections, and stay up-to-date with the latest repair and diagnostic technology. This role demands a high level of physical activity and the ability to work in various environmental conditions.
About the Team:
Join a dedicated and energetic team of professionals committed to maintaining the highest standards of vehicle and equipment performance. Our team thrives on collaboration, continuous learning, and a shared goal of operational excellence. As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to acquire EV training and certificates, enriching your expertise and career growth. We value the diverse skills and experiences each member brings, and together, we ensure the smooth and efficient functioning of our airport operations.
Ready to take on this exciting challenge and make a difference? Apply now and be part of our dynamic team!
Position Salary Range:
$ 25.60 - $ 33.68 annually based on qualifications and experience.
This position is eligible for full city benefits, including:
Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
Paid vacation and personal leave
Six weeks of paid parental leave from day 1 of employment
Retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
TYPICAL DUTIES:
Performs diagnosis, repairs, and maintenance on heavy equipment or light equipment, or both, depending on assignment and operational needs.
"Light" equipment includes but is not limited to police and other passenger cars, pick-ups, tow trucks, vans, ATV and other four-wheelers, Cushmans, small tractors, mowers, snow blowers, accessories, hydraulics and other motive and non-motive equipment.
"Heavy" equipment includes, but is not limited to bulldozers, loaders, pavers, brooms, power shovels, packers, plows, fire trucks, hydraulics, accessories and other motive and non-motive equipment.
Acquire EV training and certificates.
Diagnoses mechanical and electrical problems. Reviews vehicle and equipment history files to assist in determining frequency and possible cause of problems. Determines materials and parts required. Repairs, overhauls or replaces all equipment components, including but not limited to, engines, transmissions, clutches, brakes, steering, differentials, and hydraulic, electrical, computer, fuel and cooling systems.
Instructs, mentors and assists with on-the-job training of Fleet Mechanic trainees.
Tunes motors using standard test equipment. Performs safety inspections and may do emissions tests as required. Replaces defective parts.
Performs oxyacetylene and electronic welding as required. May fabricate special equipment; layout, cut and fit material for welding.
Services equipment with oil, grease and water. Checks and services batteries. Checks and lubricates transmissions and differentials. May change and mount tires.
Uses normal hand tools, as well as power tools, and modern test or diagnostic equipment to perform necessary repairs, adjustments, overhaul or component replacement. Keeps current on repair and diagnostic technology by studying repair manuals and other production literature, as well as attending specific schools or classes as required.
Maintains standard shop records, reflecting amount of time, type of repair, parts used and job orders. Will use a computer to input and retrieve data.
Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Four to six (4-6) years’ experience in the operation, repair, adjustment, overhaul and general maintenance of passenger vehicles, light and heavy trucks and equipment and EV’s. Experience must also include work performed on one or more of the following specialized types of vehicles or equipment: street or runway maintenance, snow removal, sanitation, fire or other emergency and off-road equipment.
Knowledge of standard practices, equipment, tools of the automotive mechanic and welding trades; ability to diagnose and correct defects in a wide variety of "light" equipment, "heavy” equipment and EV, depending on assignment.
Must possess all hand tools necessary to complete assigned duties.
Must possess certification for vehicle safety inspections and vehicle emission tests (or ability to obtain within six months of hire).
Possession of a valid state driver's license or Utah driving privilege card. Will be required to possess a Utah State Commercial Driver's License, Class A.
May be required to possess industry related ASE certifications.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Moderate-to-heavy physical activity. Considerable standing, crouching and stooping in uncomfortable positions. Frequent lifting of weights up to 80 pounds or more. Exposure to fumes, dust, grease, solvents, contaminants, dirt, dampness, heights, noise, objectionable odors, and inclement weather.
Occupational hazards also include injuries from accidents.
Intermittent exposure to stress as a result of human behavior.
Additional Information:
We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and skills required of personnel so classified.
All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
POSITION TYPEFull-Time
POSITION HOURLY RANGE
$ 25.60 - $ 33.68
DEPARTMENTAirport
Full Time/Part Time:
Full time
Scheduled Hours:
40
Need help applying? Please call our Recruitment team at 801-535-6699 or email careers@slcgov.com.
BENEFITSFull-Time roles with Salt Lake City Corp are eligible for a generous, robust benefits package including:
Health Insurance (95% of premium paid by city)
HSA or Flex Account (HSA – City contributes $1,000 - $2,000 annually into account, no match required)
Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
City-paid retirement contributions toward a pension plan and/or 401(k)
A robust Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Up to $4,000 tuition reimbursement annually
Discounted supplemental benefits like pet insurance and legal services
Wellness clinic for employees and their families
Paid Time Off
12 vacation days to start
12 paid holidays & 1 personal holiday
Up to 80 hours of personal leave annually
6 weeks of paid parental leave to all new parents
Additional time off credit possible for rehires or new hires coming from another public jurisdiction
VETERAN EMPLOYER:
Salt Lake City is proud to be a partner of the Utah Patriot Program, providing employment opportunities for Veterans, Military and spouses. We are also a proud National Service Partner.
ABOUT SALT LAKE CITY CORP
Our Salt Lake City family serves a population of over 200,000. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the City is committed to providing resources, access, and opportunity to all and continue to recruit and retain talented people from all backgrounds. Our employees make a real difference with the work they do every day and are actively shaping our beautiful City's future.
We aspire to shape a better community and workplace, and as such, we are committed to pay equity. We are proud to have achieved gender pay equity as a leader in the Utah community by creating a workplace where there is equal opportunity for all.
The City is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Salt Lake City will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact Human Resources at 801-535-7900.