Vehicle technician

The City of Saint Paul is hiring Heavy Truck Mechanics and Vehicle Technicians to perform skilled labor in the repair and maintenance of complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic power systems.

Here's what you can expect to do :

• Services, repairs, and maintains City vehicles and equipment.
• Operates a variety of testing devices to determine nature and extent of malfunction or damage.
• Inspects, diagnoses, services, and repairs multiplex electrical, hydraulic pump, and air-conditioning systems.
• Uses various computerized diagnostic equipment and software applications.
• Utilizes shop tools and welders to repair and fabricate mounts, hangers, containers, and related units for holding, storing, and mounting tools and equipment.
• Uses hand tools, power tools, and related equipment to maintain and / or repair complex mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic power systems.
• Documents and records all maintenance, repairs, parts, labor costs, and other related information in electronic fleet information systems.
• For more information and essential functions, see our job description.

Information Specific to these Positions

There are currently vacancies within the Saint Paul Fleet Services Division and the Saint Paul Fire Department.

Fleet Services

Fleet Services is located at the Dale Street facility with options for repairing both light / heavy duty vehicles and equipment.

For positions with Fleet Services, there is opportunity to work a ten hour shift four days a week, as well as opportunities to earn voluntary overtime.

Saint Paul Fire Department

The Saint Paul Fire Department Public Safety Garage is located at 1683 Energy Park Drive. This position will work with Fire Ladders, Engines, Squads and Ambulances.

Work schedule is Monday - Friday 7 : 00am - 3 : 30pm with opportunities to work optional overtime.

Our Benefits : We offer competitive wages, and a variety of excellent benefits, including health insurance, retirement contributions and paid vacation and sick time.

Equity, Inclusion and Belonging : The City of Saint Paul is dedicated to dismantling systemic racial, cultural, and economic barriers that prevent people from fully enjoying and participating in our community and ensuring fairness in opportunities and outcomes for all individuals.

At the City of Saint Paul, we want our workforce to reflect the diverse city that we serve. Our leaders are guided by an unapologetic equity agenda, which promotes the belief that true equity is building a city that works for all of us.

We encourage you to apply as we are most interested in finding the best candidate for this job.Requirements may be met by one of the following options :

• Successful completion of a two-year heavy truck and / or heavy equipment repair vocational program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of experience maintaining and repairing heavy trucks and / or equipment.
• Successful completion of a two-year automotive repair vocational program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) repairing automobiles, trucks, and / or heavy equipment.
• Successful completion of a documented, mechanical / repair apprenticeship program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of experience maintaining and repairing mechanical systems, automobiles / light duty vehicles, or heavy trucks and / or equipment.
• Successful completion of a small engine or turf and grounds equipment vocational program plus three years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of experience performing maintenance and repairs on some of the following equipment classes;

small engine / grounds / turf equipment, automotive / light duty vehicles, or heavy trucks and / or equipment.

Six years (1,500 hours per year minimum) of increasingly responsible experience performing maintenance and repairs on some of the following equipment classes : small engine / grounds / turf equipment, automotive / light duty vehicles, or heavy trucks and / or equipment.

Must possess and maintain a valid Minnesota Class D driver's license or equivalent out-of-state driver's license.

Candidates must meet these Commercial Driver's License (CDL) requirements :

For positions with Fleet Services and Saint Paul Regional Water Services, candidates must obtain and maintain a valid Class A CDL with no restrictions for air brakes within 12 months of employment.

The CDL must have no suspensions or revocations for driving related offenses within the two-year period prior to date of appointment.

For positions with Saint Paul Fire Department, candidates must obtain and maintain a valid Class B CDL with no restrictions for air brakes within 12 months of employment.

The CDL must have no suspensions or revocations for driving related offenses within the two-year period prior to date of appointment.

Suspensions for parking related offenses are excluded.

• Submit a City of Saint Paul online application by the closing date.
• Upload or submit the following documents via the online application system. (Zip files and web links will not be accepted.

Each uploaded attachment is limited to 10MB.)

• A resume (optional)
• A legible copy of your proof of completion of a vocational or apprenticeship program (if applicable)

First time applying online? Read our How to Apply Online Guide.

Need technical support? For help with the online application, please call 1-855-524-5627.Open Job Posting : This posting is open to anyone who meets the position requirements.

Selection Process : Applicants who meet the minimum job requirements will be placed on a hiring list for consideration. Hiring Managers may interview / hire anyone from the list.

You will be notified if you are invited to participate in the final selection process which may include an interview, job simulation, work sample submission, or other evaluation method.

Pre-Employment Screening : This position requires a medical examination, driver's license check, drug test, and a background check which may include criminal history, and employment history as a condition of employment.

Candidates will be required to submit proof of education to Human Resources upon conditional job offer, if qualifying based on education.

Human Resources Contact Information

Danni Smith at 651-266-6566

Email : danni.smith@stpaul.gov

The City of Saint Paul encourages individuals to apply for positions regardless of criminal history.

Veteran's Preference : If you are a veteran and would like to receive Veteran's preference in accordance with MN Statute 197.

455, you must submit a photocopy of your DD214 preferably at time of application. Click here for more information.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement : The City of Saint Paul is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. Veterans, women, persons of color, members of the LGBTQIA community, and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.

Working Title : Vehicle Technician

Official Title : Vehicle Technician (Heavy Truck & Equipment)

Last updated : 2024-06-11