Automotive and Equipment Mechanic II

Full Job Description

The St. Louis County Department of Transportation and Public Works is looking for an experienced individual to become an Automotive and Equipment Mechanic II. This position will perform skilled automotive maintenance and equipment repair on County owned or leased light vehicles and guide fellow employees to enhance their skills.

The typical starting salary range is between $21.20 - $25.44 hourly depending on the candidates' qualifications and experience. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and a generous Paid Time Off (PTO) policy. To learn more about these and other County benefits, please visit https://stlouiscountymo.gov/st-louis-county-departments/administration/personnel/benefits.

Each snow season Department employees that are required (as defined by their job description) to work snow will receive a $6 per hour increase when they report for emergency snow removal services.

St. Louis County Government is a qualified agency for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program managed by the Federal Government. For more information regarding this program, please visit https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service.

Requirements

Provide mentoring and cross training to fellow employees to further their skill and knowledge base.

Perform other duties as required or assigned including duties assigned during mandatory snow shift.

Qualifications

Candidates should have technical school training and three years of automotive and equipment repair experience at the master mechanic level or have an equivalent amount of training and experience.

Candidates must possess a valid driver's license.

Additionally, Possession of a Refrigerant Transition and Recovery Certification (MAC or ASE) is required and a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) will be required within 6 months of hire.

Additional Information

SELECTION AND APPOINTMENT: A selection committee will evaluate the qualifications of each applicant which will include recentness and appropriateness of the applicant's education and experience, answers to the supplemental questions, results of employment references investigated and any other appropriate information available.

The selection committee will admit to the interview only those persons who possess the most job related qualifications and may establish admittance criteria beyond the minimum qualifications stated above. The interview will comprise 100% of the applicant's earned grade. A candidate must earn a qualifying grade of 70 or more on the interview to be eligible for appointment. After initial interviews with the selected candidates are conducted, an email will be sent to the address on file with instructions on how to complete and submit a Conviction Questionnaire. Candidates have 3 days to complete the required questionnaire.

The five top ranking candidates, based on the final grade, will be certified to the Department Director/Appointing Authority who will make the final decision.

All applicants conditionally offered a merit position will be required to submit to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Screening will be performed by a reputable clinical laboratory. The cost of screening will be covered by the County.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants interested in applying for this position should visit our website at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/stlouis. We only accept On-line applications.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY: The policy of the Civil Service Commission of St. Louis County is to support fair and equitable employment opportunities for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, veterans' status or political affiliation. Call the Division of Personnel at (314) 615-5429 for more information on this policy.
St. Louis County
Division of Personnel, 7th Floor
Clayton, MO 63105
(314) 615-5429
Relay MO 711 or 800-735-2966
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Fax: (314) 615-7703
www.stlouiscountymo.gov