The City of Yankton is seeking qualified applicants for the position of Fleet Mechanic in the Public Works Department.This position performs the following functions (not an exhaustive list of all duties):

　　Repairs on any equipment or vehicle-needing repair in the city fleet, including electrical, hydraulic, diesel, and air as well as performs weld, torch, and fabrication work required to repair equipment.Provide daily all pertinent information to the public works attendant to maintain and update records on all vehicles and equipment for maintenance schedules, work orders, equipment history, etc.Repairs and maintains buildings within the street department/central garage and transfer station properties as well as schedules work with city departments and outside agencies for repairs.Performs preventative maintenance on a regularly scheduled basis and responds to emergency situations as needed and maintains inventory of parts, supplies, fuel, oil, and equipment necessary to carry out operations.Willingness to develop and/or learn new processes, procedures, and software applications as required and has ability to operate software programs such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, and Outlook), Gas Pump Software, and Fleet Management Software.Knowledge of occupational hazards and safety precautions of the trade, advanced mechanical repair skill and skill in using sophisticated tools, equipment, and methods of automotive repair.Ability to diagnose, locate, and define major defects in vehicles, and equipment and to assign and supervise repairs to ensure industry standard time limits are adhered to.This position is regular full-time which requires a high school Diploma or GED. Any combination of education and/or experience equivalent to completion of a two (2) year technical school in heavy equipment, diesel, and gas engine repair and/or three years of full-time heavy equipment and vehicle maintenance mechanic work. Applicants must maintain a valid, current drivers license and ability to obtain a Class B Commercial Drivers License within nine (9) months. The salary for this position is $52,549 to $66,527 (Range 35) per year, plus benefits.

　　Applications may be requested from the Human Resources office at 416 Walnut St., Yankton, SD 57078, on the city website www.cityofyankton.org, or by phone at 605-668-5222. Persons needing accommodation in order to apply for this position should call 605-668-5222. The first review of applications will be January 2, 2024.

　　The City of Yankton is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer