Mechanic II - Public Works (Prescott)

Job Description:

Mechanic II - Public Works (Prescott)

Description

Role

Under close supervision, performs skilled work of moderate difficulty in the repair and preventive maintenance of cars, trucks, and vehicular equipment.

Major Duties, Responsibilities

• Performs preventative maintenance, mechanical diagnosis, and repair of vehicles and equipment powered by gasoline and diesel. Repairs involve heavy trucks of 26,001 GVW or more.
• Performs tire replacement and repairs on all vehicles and equipment in the shop and/or job sites.
• Performs routine replacement of ground engaging wear parts, which consists of cutting edges and teeth.
• Tests drive vehicles and equipment to substantiate deficiency complaints and effectiveness of repairs.
• Performs equipment and vehicle mechanical diagnosis and repair. Performs shop maintenance, clean-up, and safety.
• Performs field services on equipment and large trucks as needed.
• Maintains record of work performed on computer.
• Runs basic reports regarding pending preventative maintenance due and repair history.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Education:
High school diploma or equivalent.

Experience:
A minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in the maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment.

Additional Requirements:

Must possess a valid Arizona Class A Commercial driver’s license with tanker endorsement.

Other Skills

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge of:

• All tools and equipment used in equipment fleet maintenance and repair.
• Occupational hazards and safety precautions.
• Business English, spelling, grammar, punctuation, and composition.
• Clerical office practices and procedures.
• Current Microsoft Office software.
• Filing and recordkeeping.

Skill in:

• Communicating effectively verbally and in writing and communicating orally in a face-to-face setting and by telephone with public and employees.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public.
• Organization, cleanliness and adherence to detail.

Ability to:

• Perform repair work on vehicles and equipment.
• Effectively and efficiently interpret and apply information contained in technical repair manuals.
• Work after hours/weekends due to inclement weather or emergency conditions.

• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with associates, employees of other departments, representatives of other organizations, County officials, and the public.
• Keep management informed of key operating issues affecting the department.
• Remain current in knowledge required to perform assigned duties.
• Handle confidential matters and maintain discretion always.
• Act with courtesy, tact, and diplomacy.
  
  

Work Environment:
The work environment is associated with a workshop and field environment year-round in all weather conditions and includes exposure to loud noise, machinery, dust, fumes, mist, and chemicals.

Physical Requirements:
Ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Sufficient vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech ability to communicate effective in-person and telephonically. Capable of frequent repetitive movement of arms, fingers, and wrists. Ability to walk, bend, push, pull, stoop, kneel, balance, climb, crawl, crouch, and lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

Additional Job Information:

FLSA: Non-Exempt
Grade: 7
Classification: Classified
Safety Sensitive: Yes

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Yavapai County Government offers a comprehensive employee benefits package to
Full-Time employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes but is not limited to:

• 10 Paid Holidays Per Year
• Annual Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
• Retirement Plans
• Sick Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement Program

ELECTIVE COVERAGE

• 457 Deferred Compensation Program
• Dependent Health Care Insurance - Medical, Dental, Vision
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)

PLEASE NOTE

• Part-Time , Temporary and Seasonal employees accrue Sick Leave based on hours worked.
• Part-Time employees have limited benefits available.
• Temporary and Seasonal employees are not eligible to accrue Annual Leave.

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Closing Date/Time: 9/18/2025 5:00 PM Arizona

Salary:

$23.35 - $29.77 Hourly