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Salt Lake City Corporation · Onsite · Public Services Fleet

Position Title:

Fleet Mechanic

Bargaining Unit:

AFSCME

Job Description:

Incumbent performs journey-level, skilled diagnosis, repairs and maintenance on heavy and light vehicles and equipment and electric vehicles (EV, throughout), depending on assignment and operational needs. Reports to shift supervisor. Applicable experience and expertise of knowledge will be considered and evaluated when making job offer.

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.

A TEN-YEAR PERSONAL, CRIMINAL AND EMPLOYMENT BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION.  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 TYPE
Full-Time

POSITION SALARY RANGE

$26.62 - $35.03

DEPARTMENT
Public Services

Full Time/Part Time:

Full time

Scheduled Hours:

40
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How this Mechanic salary compares

This role pays $64,116/yr — in line with the typical range for Mechanic roles.

$49,920 median $67,600 $91,882

Typical range $57,200–$80,080/yr, from 3,498 comparable Mechanic listings on JobsRadar (pay annualized to USD). See Mechanic salary insights →

About Salt Lake City Corporation

Salt Lake City is a place where your skills and dedication directly contribute to the community. With a team serving over 200,000 residents, we take pride in delivering meaningful work—from maintaining infrastructure to shaping public programs—with integrity and professionalism. We value experience, accountability, and results. Our organization recognizes talent and rewards contribution, offering employees opportunities to grow, lead, and make a lasting difference. If you're driven by public service and want to help shape the future of our city, we’d love to work with you.

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