Mechanic, Trades ​/ Skilled Labor

Overview

Valley County is looking for a Mechanic to help with the repair and maintenance of its fleet of vehicles and heavy equipment. We are looking for a career-minded individual with a well-rounded background in automotive and heavy equipment diagnosis, service, and repair, and who is interested in a job with regular hours and incredible benefits.

Typical duties include servicing vehicles and equipment, including diagnosing, repairing, and overhauling a variety of mechanical systems such as gasoline and diesel engines, brake and clutch assemblies, transmissions and real axles, steering systems, and electronic controls. Mechanics use all standard garage tools, including grinders, welders, torches, and all manner of fabrication machinery and equipment.

Typical Requirements:
The ideal candidate will have previous mechanical experience, including maintenance and repair on a variety of vehicles and/or heavy equipment, and experience with a large variety of tools and garage equipment. Experience with both gas and diesel engines is preferred but not mandatory. Possession of a valid driver’s license is required, and although not needed at the time of hire, possession of a Class A Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) would be expected within 1 year of hire.

To view the official Valley County job description for this position, the official document is referenced here as the Mechanic Job Description.

As a way of assisting our employees to live healthier, happier, and less worrisome lives, Valley County offers the best benefit package of any employer in the county.

Our benefits include:

• Retirement Membership in PERSI
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Prescription Drug Insurance
• Personal Leave (22 days per year to start)
• Holiday Leave (11 days per year)
• Bereavement Leave
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account

And don’t forget about these benefits:

• A Positive Work/Life Balance
• Job Stability & Satisfaction
• Career Advancement
• A Casual Work Environment
• Physically Relaxed
• Mentally Stimulating
• A Chance to Make a Difference!

Hiring is done without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, or genetics. In addition, preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.