Mechanic Assistant – CyRide
Company Name: City of Ames
Job Responsibilities: Examples of Essential Job Functions
Performs preventive maintenance, inspection and diagnostics on heavy and automotive equipment systems, including electric vehicle drive trains; performs maintenance such as removing and replacing defective automotive equipment or assists more senior mechanics in disassembling and assembling major components; maintains shop and building(s); maintains tools and equipment in a safe, clean and usable condition; performs routine building and shelter maintenance and repair tasks, including snow removal.
Other Job Functions: Assists in checking and maintaining inventory of frequently used items; may transport vehicles or equipment to and from service vendors, dealerships, or local facilities.
Each employee is expected to continually strive to bring shared values to life through our Excellence Through People organizational culture. ETP values include: committing to continuous improvement; inspiring creativity and innovation; being customer driven; making data-driven decisions; championing employee involvement; striving for excellence; having fiscal stewardship; acting with honesty and integrity; exhibiting leadership; choosing a positive attitude; respect and dignity for one another; promoting safety and wellness; and cultivating teamwork. For leaders, this includes creating a work culture that brings these values to life. For all employees, this includes maintaining a Total City Perspective. The purpose of ETP is to deliver exceptional services to the public at the best price, and for employees to experience an enjoyable and stimulating work environment.
Qualifications
Education and Experience: High school diploma, HiSet, or GED and two years of experience in general maintenance and repair of gasoline or diesel powered automotive or heavy equipment engines or their related systems (including manufacturing maintenance and repair); or an equivalent combination of education and experience. An associate’s degree in automotive, auto-mechanic, and/or diesel technology from a hands on experience based program is preferred.
Employment Qualifications: No record of more than two total moving violations and/or accidents in the last three years; no more than two serious accidents within the last five years; no record of operating a vehicle while under the influence (OWI); no record of revoked or suspended driver’s license in last five years; no record of hit and run accidents. An offer of employment is conditional upon the following: satisfactory background check; obtaining CDL Permit; employment physical; drug and alcohol test; and obtaining a CDL license.
Licenses and Certificates: Ability to obtain a valid Iowa Drivers License; ability to obtain Commercial Driver’s License Permit within 30 days of start date; ability to obtain Commercial Driver’s License (Class A or B with passenger and air brake endorsements) within three attempts; must maintain Commercial Driver’s License (Class A or B with passenger and air brake endorsements).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Some knowledge of the operation, repair and maintenance of automotive or heavy equipment systems; some knowledge of the safe use and care of tools and equipment used in maintaining and repairing automotive equipment; some knowledge of tools, equipment and procedures involved in welding as related to automotive maintenance. Some knowledge of vehicle networking.
Skill in correctly and safely performing repair or maintenance tasks, including welding and use of shop power tools; skill in the safe operation of automotive vehicles.
Ability to diagnose, remove, and replace defective automotive equipment; ability to follow oral and written instruction; ability to perform routine work in accordance with established time and safety standards under undesirable working conditions; ability to establish and to maintain effective work relationships with co-workers.
Pay Range: 27.23 per hour
Company Address: 515 Clark Ave, Ames Iowa, 50010
Company Phone: (515) 239-5199
Fax: (515) 239-5294
Company Email: hr@cityofames.org
Company Website:
Hours Per Week: Full-time
Days: 5
Hours: 40
Date Position Expires: 08/17/2026
How to Apply: Apply online via the company website
Requirements: Background Check, Drug Test
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