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Mechanic II
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Mechanic II
Salary
$24.62 - $30.00 Hourly
Location
Garden City, KS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
00607
Department
Public Works
Division
Fleet Maintenance
Opening Date
01/13/2026
Closing Date
1/27/2026 11:59 PM Central
+ Description
+ Benefits
Description
This position performs skilled maintenance and repair of City-owned vehicles and equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. This includes servicing Street Department vehicles, trucks, and equipment and/or Police Department vehicles and specialized equipment. Work also includes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, and completing repairs in accordance with safety standards, manufacturer specifications, and departmental procedures.
Examples of Duties
+ Performs general repair work on light and heavy vehicles and equipment.
+ Assists employees in the proper operations of vehicles and equipment.
+ Maintains all equipment maintenance records and reports.
+ Submits log sheets on a daily basis.
+ Performs routine electrical work on vehicles and equipment including but not limited to batteries and terminals, lights, alternators and starters.
+ Fabrication repair (welding and cutting) of equipment as necessary.
+ Maintains equipment, vehicles, facilities, and all required tools and supplies.
+ Cleans shop area, bathrooms, windows, etc. including but not limited to the Fleet Maintenance Shop.
+ Services vehicles and equipment and assists all mechanics as needed.
+ Required "on call" duty, including storm call outs.
+ Subject to the Departments Random Drug/Alcohol testing program.
+ Performs any other duties as assigned as long as it is non-certified.
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Skill in locating and adjusting defects in vehicles and equipment. Knowledge of standard practices and equipment used in mechanical repair. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices and procedures. Ability to perform physical work activities in various weather conditions. Ability to understand verbal and written instructions. Ability to communicate with City employees.
Education, Certification and Experience: High school diploma or GED. Vocational school course work or diploma preferred. Two or more years mechanical experience required. Valid Kansas driver's license required. A Kansas Class B CDL driver’s license is required or must obtain one within 6 months. Applicant must make available drug testing history and pass drug test.
Supplemental Information
Environment: Work is performed in all types of weather. Majority of work is performed indoors. Work may also be performed outdoors, i.e. moderate to extreme cold and heat, snow, rain, hail, sleet, high and gusting winds, dust, and dry conditions.
Surfaces: Includes, but not limited to concrete, dirt, sand, gravel, asphalt, grass and wood.
Physical Characteristics: Includes, but not limited to, bend, kneel, push, pull, reach, hold, stand, walk, jump, sit, drive, and ability to lift up to 100 pounds and frequently lifting and carrying objects weighing 75-100 pounds.
The City of Garden City offers a wide range of competitive benefits. Some of the benefits include:
+ Health/Dental Insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
+ Group Life Insurance
+ Eligibility to sign-up for supplemental insurances such as:
+ Voluntary Life Insurance
+ Short-Term Disability
+ Accident
+ Hospital Indemnity
+ Critical Illness
+ Identity Protection
+ Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) or Kansas Police & Fire (KP&F) Retirement
+ Paid Leave:
+ Vacation
+ Sick
+ Personal
+ Wellness
+ P/T Education Conference, Bereavement, FMLA, Military, Jury Duty, Voting
+ Employee Recognition Plan
+ Years of Service Bonuses
+ Performance Evaluations
+ Wellness Program
+ Grow Well Clinic Access available
+ Employee Assistance Program
Employer
City of Garden City (KS)
Address
301 N. 8th Street Garden City, Kansas, 67846
Phone
620-276-1175
Website
https://www.garden-city.org/
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Mechanic II
Salary
$24.62 - $30.00 Hourly
Location
Garden City, KS
Job Type
Full-Time
Job Number
00607
Department
Public Works
Division
Fleet Maintenance
Opening Date
01/13/2026
Closing Date
1/27/2026 11:59 PM Central
+ Description
+ Benefits
Description
This position performs skilled maintenance and repair of City-owned vehicles and equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. This includes servicing Street Department vehicles, trucks, and equipment and/or Police Department vehicles and specialized equipment. Work also includes preventive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems, and completing repairs in accordance with safety standards, manufacturer specifications, and departmental procedures.
Examples of Duties
+ Performs general repair work on light and heavy vehicles and equipment.
+ Assists employees in the proper operations of vehicles and equipment.
+ Maintains all equipment maintenance records and reports.
+ Submits log sheets on a daily basis.
+ Performs routine electrical work on vehicles and equipment including but not limited to batteries and terminals, lights, alternators and starters.
+ Fabrication repair (welding and cutting) of equipment as necessary.
+ Maintains equipment, vehicles, facilities, and all required tools and supplies.
+ Cleans shop area, bathrooms, windows, etc. including but not limited to the Fleet Maintenance Shop.
+ Services vehicles and equipment and assists all mechanics as needed.
+ Required "on call" duty, including storm call outs.
+ Subject to the Departments Random Drug/Alcohol testing program.
+ Performs any other duties as assigned as long as it is non-certified.
Typical Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Skill in locating and adjusting defects in vehicles and equipment. Knowledge of standard practices and equipment used in mechanical repair. Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety practices and procedures. Ability to perform physical work activities in various weather conditions. Ability to understand verbal and written instructions. Ability to communicate with City employees.
Education, Certification and Experience: High school diploma or GED. Vocational school course work or diploma preferred. Two or more years mechanical experience required. Valid Kansas driver's license required. A Kansas Class B CDL driver’s license is required or must obtain one within 6 months. Applicant must make available drug testing history and pass drug test.
Supplemental Information
Environment: Work is performed in all types of weather. Majority of work is performed indoors. Work may also be performed outdoors, i.e. moderate to extreme cold and heat, snow, rain, hail, sleet, high and gusting winds, dust, and dry conditions.
Surfaces: Includes, but not limited to concrete, dirt, sand, gravel, asphalt, grass and wood.
Physical Characteristics: Includes, but not limited to, bend, kneel, push, pull, reach, hold, stand, walk, jump, sit, drive, and ability to lift up to 100 pounds and frequently lifting and carrying objects weighing 75-100 pounds.
The City of Garden City offers a wide range of competitive benefits. Some of the benefits include:
+ Health/Dental Insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
+ Group Life Insurance
+ Eligibility to sign-up for supplemental insurances such as:
+ Voluntary Life Insurance
+ Short-Term Disability
+ Accident
+ Hospital Indemnity
+ Critical Illness
+ Identity Protection
+ Kansas Public Employees Retirement System (KPERS) or Kansas Police & Fire (KP&F) Retirement
+ Paid Leave:
+ Vacation
+ Sick
+ Personal
+ Wellness
+ P/T Education Conference, Bereavement, FMLA, Military, Jury Duty, Voting
+ Employee Recognition Plan
+ Years of Service Bonuses
+ Performance Evaluations
+ Wellness Program
+ Grow Well Clinic Access available
+ Employee Assistance Program
Employer
City of Garden City (KS)
Address
301 N. 8th Street Garden City, Kansas, 67846
Phone
620-276-1175
Website
https://www.garden-city.org/
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