Apply Today as an Equipment (Fleet) Mechanic / Maintenance Worker III for the City of Forest Park!

Equipment (Fleet) Mechanic/Maintenance Worker III

Job Description

Performs preventive maintenance and general repair work on vehicles and equipment in the City’s fleet; carries out work assignments as received from the Fleet Manager.

Apply Now

Essential Functions

Performs scheduled preventive maintenance on all City-owned equipment, such as oil changes, lubrication, motor tune-ups, diesel trucks, and heavy equipment.
Performs general automotive repair work on all City-owned equipment as needed. This would include tasks such as installing or adjusting brakes, overhauling engines, repairing carburetors, and replacing worn-out or defective parts on motor vehicles and equipment.
Maintains the record system on the Preventive Vehicular Maintenance program.
Assists the Fleet Manager in preparing bidding specifications for new equipment.
May operate equipment or perform other work in the Public Works Department as required.
Must be willing to work shifts/emergencies other than regular business hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Performs related work as required.

Essential Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

General knowledge of small engine repair, automotive repair, combustion and diesel engines,all of the various systems associated with automotive-equipment, including fuel carburetion, fuel pumps, fuel injection, brakes, steering, transmissions, suspension, electrical, cooling, lubrication, air conditioning systems, ABS brake systems, and hydraulics, including police cars, fire department apparatus and ability to perform scheduled preventive vehicular maintenance.
Ability to maintain a record system on the Preventative Vehicular Maintenance Program established and schedule maintenance as required.
Thorough knowledge of the State laws pertaining to the operation of motor vehicles and trailers on the highways.
Skill and care in the operation of motor vehicles.
Knowledge of safety rules and regulations, occupational hazards and safe work practices when working with and around automotive equipment and automotive repair equipment.
Ability to lift 75 lbs.
Ability to perform moderately heavy to heavy manual labor.

Minimum Required Experience and Training

High school diploma or equivalent.
Two years paid/employed experience in motor vehicle repair work.
Must have a valid Commercial Driver’s License-Class A from the State of Ohio, including a motorcycle endorsement, and the ability to drive at night with no restrictions.
Must be able to be insured and remain insurable by the City’s insurance carrier if the position requires driving. It is desirable to possess a certification from the National Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) and Emergency Vehicle Technician (EVT) Certification.

About the City of Forest Park

Founded in 1956, Forest Park was designed as a master-planned community and has grown quickly into a thriving city. Incorporated as a village in 1961 and officially becoming a city in 1968, we have always been guided by a vision of innovative development and strong community ties.

Nestled within 3,800 acres, Forest Park seamlessly blends residential neighborhoods with commercial hubs while preserving the surrounding greenbelt, ensuring a balance between urban convenience and natural beauty. Today, Forest Park is proud to be the second-largest city in Hamilton County, home to approximately 20,194 residents across 8,000 households.

The Voice of Black Cincinnati is a media company designed to educate, recognize, and create opportunities for African Americans. Want to find local news, events, job postings, scholarships, and a database of local Black-owned businesses? Visit our homepage, explore other articles, subscribe to our newsletter, like our Facebook page, join our Facebook group, and text VOBC to 513-966-3328.