Equipment/Automotive Maintenance Specialist I

Salary : $44,678.40 - $49,129.60 Annually

Location : Harrisonburg, VA

Job Type: Full-Time

Job Number: 5823 - (March 2024)

Department: Public Transportation

Opening Date: 03/19/2024

Closing Date: Continuous

FLSA: Non-Exempt

Description

Are you looking for your next career move with an organization where you can apply your automotive technician experience or vehicle repair/maintenance skills? If so, consider applying for the City of Harrisonburg Department of Public Transportation's Equipment/Automotive Maintenance Specialist I position!

The Equipment/Automotive Maintenance Specialist I position is a full-time role with benefits and a preferred hiring range of $21.48 - $23.62 per hour (equivalent to $44,678 - $49,129 annually); however, an exact salary will be dependent upon the selected candidate's qualifications/experience and in compliance with City policy.

As an Equipment/Automotive Maintenance Specialist I in the Department of Public Transportation, you'll perform a variety of difficult technical work on multiple types of automotive, medium, and heavy equipment in the City's Central Garage, which services all City of Harrisonburg departments. In this vital role, you'll have an opportunity to perform preventative maintenance, make service calls and repair vehicles/equipment in the field, and perform other related duties to ensure the City has operationally-sound vehicles and equipment to carry out high-quality City services.

A detailed list of essential functions along with the ideal candidate's knowledge, skills, and abilities for this position is available in the class specification.
Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and moderate (1-3 years) experience in vehicle repair/maintenance setting. An equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be used to meet this requirement.
• Valid driver's license at time of hire. Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required within six (6) months of hire date. Paid, on-the-job training will be provided.
• Availability to work on-call during off-hours for emergency assistance, such as during inclement weather, as needed.

The selected candidate for this position will be subject to the following screenings and must receive satisfactory results:

• Virginia Department of Education physical examination;
• Federal Transit Administration (FTA) physical examination;
• FMCSA pre-employment drug screening;
• FMCSA Clearinghouse Query;
• DMV record review;
• Criminal background check.

This position is subject to FMCSA alcohol and controlled substances testing regulations.

Supplemental Information

To Apply: In order to be considered, all candidates must submit a complete City of Harrisonburg online employment application, including previous work experience and education history. This position may close at any time after 10 calendar days. (posted 03/19/2024)

The City provides an excellent benefits package including health insurance, retirement (VRS & MissionSquare), life insurance, paid leave and holidays.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or veteran status.

The City of Harrisonburg is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Full-time employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health and Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Paid Leave
• 15.5 paid holidays
• Short-Term Disability Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts - Medical and Dependent Care
• Health Savings Account
• Virginia Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Plan through MissionSquare
• Employee Assistance Program

Additionally, the City is a qualified employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, which may qualify you for student loan forgiveness if you meet the PSLF Program requirements.

01

What is your highest level of education?

• Less than 8th Grade
• Completed 8th Grade
• Attended High School
• High School Graduate
• GED
• Attend College
• College Graduate
• Attended Graduate School
• Master's Degree
• Graduate study beyond Master's
• Ph.D. or professional degree

02

How many years of experience do you have in vehicle repair/maintenance setting?

• I do not have any experience.
• I have some experience but less than 1 year of experience.
• I have at least 1 year but less than 3 years of experience.
• I have 3 or more years of experience.

03

Which of the following driver's license do you possess?

• No Valid Driver's License
• Valid Driver's License
• Valid Commercial Learner's Permit
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (Class A or B)

04

Are you available to work on-call during off-hours for emergency assistance, such as during inclement weather, as needed?

• Yes
• No

Required Question