Body Mechanic

Lenexa, KS - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 29 - 34

Posted on: 8 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

The City of Lenexa is currently accepting applications for a full-time Body Mechanic to join our fleet maintenance team.

Come work in a brand new state-of-the-art and spacious 19300 sq. foot facility that provides greater efficiency to employees for completing their work by providing adequate space for toolboxes and mobile computer technology at their workspaces.

If youre seeking variety in your work you will not be disappointed as the fleet maintenance team maintains and repairs nearly 425 city vehicles (including police and fire vehicles) and more than 250 small engines (weed-eaters mowers and chainsaws). We will provide training to expand your knowledge and help prepare you for ASE certifications and CDL licensing if needed. We operate a body and paint shop for city vehicles and perform towing and recovery services welding and fabrication.

This position also receives the following:

Uniforms are provided
Boot and tool allowance
Personal protective equipment - City issued
Training to work towards ASE certifications and CDL Licensing if needed
Training on unfamiliar pieces of equipment and vehicles to increase knowledge base and work experience
Additional $2 per hour snow pay in the winter months

Position Summary

Under the supervision of the Fleet Supervisor the Body Mechanic performs skilled bodywork painting and collision repair of the Citys fleet.

Essential Functions Duties and Responsibilities

Performs skilled work in painting bodywork and collision repair of cars trucks motorcycles and construction equipment.
Semi-skilled work in minor repairs and preventative maintenance to cars trucks motorcycles and diesel equipment which includes metal fabrication auto electronics mobile hydraulics suspension repair and wheel alignment.
Performs City-wide metal fabrication based on needs or drawings/blueprints provided by departments.
Works with insurance adjusters in estimating and repairing damage.
Responsible for compliance with all regulations involving volatile organic compounds (VOC) and other paint and body shop work environment issues.
Completes all work orders documenting the actual condition of the vehicle all repairs completed materials used and time spent.
Subject to call back for snow and other emergencies following department policy.

Qualifications

Minimum: High school diploma or G.E.D. plus 4-5 years of body repair and general equipment maintenance OR associates degree in a related technical trade school program plus 2-3 years of body repair and limited equipment maintenance experience. Required to supply basic hand tools necessary to perform duties effectively.

Compensation and Benefits

Hourly rate of pay per is $29.67 to $34.40 dependent on qualifications and directly related experience. This position will have the opportunity to earn additional pay of $2.00 per hour on top of the base hourly rate of pay during the winter months. This is a full-time hourly non-exempt position. The City of Lenexa offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

Low-cost premiums for medical dental and vision insurance
Free or low-cost on-site medical clinic
4% employer retirement contribution with optional 2% match
10 paid holidays per year
Minimum 2 weeks of vacation during first year
Paid sick leave and personal leave (bonus personal leave during first year)
Six weeks of paid parental leave
City-paid short-term and long-term disability plans
Tuition reimbursement up to $4500 per year
Free membership to the Lenexa Rec Center

Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of a pre-employment background test drug screen physical agility hearing and vision test.

To apply complete an online application. Please attach your resume reflecting your work history. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

As an equal opportunity employer the City of Lenexa strives to treat all employees fairly with consistency and respect while providing a positive challenging and rewarding work environment. We value and encourage diversity in our workplace.

The City of Lenexa is currently accepting applications for a full-time Body Mechanic to join our fleet maintenance team.Come work in a brand new state-of-the-art and spacious 19300 sq. foot facility that provides greater efficiency to employees for completing their work by providing adequate space f...