Mechanic Assistant-Lube Technician & Mechanic

Overview

Are you ready to make a difference in your local community? The City of Flagstaff is hiring two Mechanic I and one Mechanic Assistant – Lube Technician. These roles support the city’s fleet of light and heavy vehicles, perform inspections, preventative maintenance, and repairs on gasoline and diesel‑powered vehicles, and deliver excellent customer service.

• Provides excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
• Performs semi‑skilled mechanical work in the maintenance and repair of city vehicles and equipment.
• Conducts preventative maintenance such as lubrication, oil/filter changes, light electrical work and works alongside seasoned mechanics.
• Inspects, maintains, and repairs gasoline‑powered automotive equipment.
• Assists the Mechanic I, Mechanic II and/or Lead worker with assigned tasks.
• Repairs electrical, fuel supply systems, hydraulic systems including master cylinder, proportioning valves, engine cooling systems.
• May assist with heavy equipment repair or routine maintenance.
• Make minor repairs on heavy equipment such as hydraulic hoses, cylinders and broken fittings.
• Replaces wheel cylinders and relines and adjusts brakes.
• Performs lubrication and oil changes on light vehicles and equipment.
• Installs auxiliary equipment, batteries, tires, wiring, door glass, door handles, and brakes.
• Maintains records of repairs, work orders, and time worked.
• Works in the field and in the shop as assigned.
• Performs tire repair work and records and charges out time.
• Other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Some work experience or training in automotive/truck repair from a community college, high school or vocational program (plus).
• Or any combination of education, experience, and training equivalent to the above minimum requirements.

• Trade school certificate related to automotive mechanics.
• ASE certification in gasoline engines and modules A1‑A8.
• ASE Certified Master Automotive Technician.

• Valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Ability to maintain residence within Arizona and arrive at work within one hour of notification.
• Subject to post‑employment and random drug/alcohol screening.
• Provide hand tools such as wrenches, screwdrivers and socket sets.
• Able to work 12‑hour shifts during emergencies, including weekends and holidays.
• Regular attendance essential.

• High school diploma or G.E.D.
• Three years of experience as a professional mechanic.
• Or equivalent combination of education, experience, and training.

• Trade school certificate related to automotive mechanics.
• ASE certification in gasoline engines and modules A1‑A8.
• ASE Certified Master Automotive Technician.

• Valid Arizona driver’s license.
• Class B Commercial Driver’s License within 6 months of employment.
• CDL Tanker and Hazmat endorsements within 6 months of eligibility.
• Regular attendance essential.
• Residence within Arizona, timely arrival at emergency work sites.
• Pre‑employment drug screening and post‑employment random testing.
• Provide own hand tools.
• Work 12‑hour shifts during emergencies, weekends and holidays.

The Mechanic Assistant – Lube Technician salary ranges from $40,518.40 to $50,648.00 annually, and the Mechanic I salary ranges from $49,608.00 to $62,025.60 annually.

• Arizona State Retirement System with 100% Match.
• Mandatory 12% contribution to ASRS.
• 457 Deferred Compensation.
• Up to 4% Annual Pay for Performance Increase.
• Group health, dental, vision insurance.
• Flexible & Health Savings Accounts.
• 13 paid holidays, vacation, sick leave, personal leave, paid parental leave, bereavement, jury duty.
• Life insurance, AD&D, short‑ and long‑term disability, voluntary life insurance.
• First‑time homebuyer assistance.
• Qualified public student loan forgiveness employer.
• Tuition assistance.
• Employee clinic, telehealth, wellness program & incentives.
• Tobacco cessation program.
• Employer assistance program.
• Recognition programs:
  Workiversary, WOW, On‑the‑Spot, 7k Award, City Manager's Excellence Awards.
• Employee discounts:
  Mountain Line Bus Eco Pass, Aquaplex, recreation centers.

The City of Flagstaff is seeking team members who are passionate about community, innovation, and quality of life. Come be a part of this vibrant community and see why Flagstaff is a great place to work!