Canton Heavy Duty Automotive Mechanic

Wage Information

Salary range: $23.60 - $30.95 + ($10 - $20/hour in benefits) + $1,200 yearly tool allowance.

Comprehensive health insurance, paid vacations, paid holidays, a retirement plan, and sick time.

Applicants must apply online at . Applicants MUST submit a copy of their valid driver’s license and any other documents pertinent to this position with their application.

• U.S. Citizen or permanent resident card.
• High school graduate or GED.
• At least 18 years of age.

• Diagnoses mechanical and operating difficulties of vehicles.
• Repairs defects; replaces worn or broken parts.
• Adjusts and maintains vehicles in proper operating condition.
• Replaces electrical equipment such as generators, starters, hydraulic systems, wiring.
• Conducts road tests of vehicles after repairs and notes performance.
• Operates standard testing equipment used in modern garages.
• Removes, disassembles, reassembles, and installs entire engines, rear-end assemblies, brake systems.
• Straightens and welds broken parts when required.
• Makes emergency repairs and inspections.

• One (1) year experience as a heavy‑duty automotive mechanic with a background in diesel and hydraulics, or successful completion of heavy truck/diesel school.
• Must possess a valid Class B Commercial Driver’s License within two (2) years of hire.
• Proficient in the use of state‑of‑the‑art tools.
• Excellent physical condition.

SUBSEQUENT TO THE FILING OF THE APPLICATION, CANDIDATES WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE FORMAT, LOCATION, DATE, AND TIME OF THE EXAMINATION. Per OAC Rule 123: 1-9-01, an applicant who has competed in a civil service examination cannot repeat that examination or take an examination for the same classification within FOUR MONTHS from the date of original examination unless an alternative form of examination is given.

Notice of Drug Testing Requirement:
This position is subject to a drug test. Eligibility is not considered final until drug testing has been successfully completed with a negative result.

Notice of Background Investigation:
Candidates may be subjected to a confidential background investigation, including a criminal record check and driving record check.

ADA Compliance:
Reasonable accommodation in accordance with ADA Compliance will be made available upon request to those qualified applicants in need of it.

Equal Employment Opportunity:
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for appointment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, political affiliation, age, type of disability, or any other non‑merit factor.