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Mechanic-February 2024
Boise
Feb 10, 2026
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  Mechanic

  Salary

  $25.00 - $30.00 Hourly

  Location

  Boise, ID

  Job Type

  Full-Time with Benefits

  Job Number

  02094

  Department

  Solid Waste

  Opening Date

  01/16/2024

  Description

  Benefits

  General Summary

  Ada County is a great place to work! We have more than 2000 employees dedicated to enhancing our community’s quality of life. Our Landfill team is growing, and this is an excellent opportunity to be a part of taking this team to the next level.

  We offer a competitive benefits package which includes excellent medical, dental and vision insurance; generous vacation and sick leave accrual beginning as soon as you start; 11 paid holidays a year; participation in one of the Nation's best state retirement systems which includes 11.94% employer contribution; various savings plans including a deferred compensation 457(b) plan with up to 3% county match; 401K plan; paid parental leave; work-from-home options; life insurance; wellness programs; ongoing training opportunities and career pathing.

  This generous Ada County Total Rewards package increases the base salary by approximately 40 percent.

  The Ada County Landfill is YOUR landfill. The facilities and services are available to every resident of Ada County. The Landfill is dedicated to serving Idaho’s largest community, keeping it a safe environmental place to live and work. Ada County is a great place to work!

  The Ada County Landfill seeks to proactively manage County waste disposal facilities, enforce applicable codes, and provide reasonably priced and environmentally acceptable methods for solid and hazardous wastes reduction and disposal for County residents and businesses.

  Learn more about Ada County Landfill by visiting their website. Ada County Landfill (https://adacounty.id.gov/landfill/)

  POSITION GENERAL SUMMARY:

  Performs routine automotive maintenance, diagnostic repairs, and servicing work; performs related duties as required.

  Essential Functions

  Performs bumper to bumper diagnostics and repairs on light duty trucks and cars, diesel trucks and heavy equipment;

  Maintains fleet management software, interprets reporting in determining repairs and maintenance for equipment and tracks repairs;

  Lubricates and greases automobiles, light trucks, diesel trucks and heavy equipment;

  Services transmissions of landfill equipment;

  Drains and refills differentials;

  Changes, rotates and repairs tires;

  Washes and cleans vehicles;

  Changes engine oil and replaces filters;

  Ensure proper disposal of engine fluids and parts;

  Performs electrical system diagnostic and repairs;

  Performs minor tune-ups, replaces sparkplugs, distributor caps, rotors, and ignition wires as required;

  Changes front and rear brakes, repacks wheel bearings, and bleeds brake systems;

  Replaces belts and hoses, valve cover gaskets, intake manifold gaskets, water pumps, fuel pumps, thermostats, heater cores, and makes other repairs;

  Small engine repair and maintenance;

  Identifies related resources such as tools and parts needed and makes recommendations to management for approval;

  Ensure that work areas are well maintained, organized and equipped to perform necessary maintenance.

  ADDITIONAL FUNCTIONS:

  Assists others on complex repairs and troubleshooting;

  Performs related duties as required.

  Job Requirements

  JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  Must be at least 18 years of age and possess a high school diploma or equivalent;

  Must have a minimum of three years combined training and work experience;

  Must possess a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) or have the ability to obtain one within six months;

  Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification in 1: Brakes, 2: Steering and Suspension preferred;

  Must be able to work independently and demonstrate good decision making;

  Knowledge of where and how a variety of components, accessories, and parts fit and work in general automotive components and systems;

  Knowledge of methods, tools, materials and standard practices of the automotive trade;

  Knowledge of safety precautions and procedures relating to mechanical equipment and maintenance shops;

  Skill removing and replacing parts;

  Skill using and caring for common automotive tools and test equipment;

  Ability to understand and effectively carry out verbal instructions;

  Ability to read and understand manufacturers electrical schematics and repair procedures and perform the needed operations when they are required;

  Ability to work in team environment and maintain effective working relationships;

  Ability to work on equipment in the field in potentially inclement weather.

  OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

  Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license;

  This position has been designated safety sensitive and therefore the incumbent is subject to random drug testing.

  Work Environment & Physical Demands

  Work is performed onsite at the Ada County Landfill, and tools are supplied.

  Most of the work is performed inside a vehicle shop where it maybe drafty and noisy, and fumes from vehicles are usually present;

  Some work may be completed on equipment in the field and may require exposure to inclement weather;

  Dirt, dust, and grease are always present;

  Vehicle fluids, such as battery acids and hydraulic fluids, may cause burns or irritate the skin;

  There is frequent exposure to the possibility of cuts, bruises, shocks, burns, and strains;

  The incumbent makes repairs while the vehicle is overhead, and where the parts worked on are in hard to reach places;

  The incumbent must stand, bend, stretch, and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions;

  Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds;

  The position requires work on hard surfaces for long periods of time. There may be times when incumbent must crawl under vehicles and make repairs while on hard, usually damp, surfaces.

  DISCLAIMER:

  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential functions satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodation. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being assigned to this job. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of individuals in the job. This job description is not an employment agreement and/or an expressed or implied employment contract. Management has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. Ada County provides Veteran’s Preference for all County jobs except for those deemed “key positions” in accordance with Title 65, Chapter 5 of Idaho Code.

  Ada County recognizes that employees are our most valuable asset. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to benefit-eligible employees designed to support the health, wellness and long-term financial stability of our employees and their families.

  Healthcare:

  Low-cost medical, dental, vision premiums and deductibles

  Post-employment health savings account

  Retirement and Investments Plans:

  PERSI retirement benefits

  457(b) post or pre-tax investments options with up to 3% employer match

  401(k)

  Wellbeing Program:

  Employee Assistance Program for short-term counseling on work, family, finances, and personal concerns.

  Free ACHD Commuter ride vanpool program

  Free bus pass

  Paid-leave:

  11 paid holidays per year

  8 weeks paid Parental Leave

  Approximately 96 hours of vacation accrual for full-time employee

  Approximately 96 hours of sick accrual for full-time employee

  5 days paid bereavement leave

  Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance

  Basic Life Insurance employer paid if benefit eligible

  Short Term Disability employer paid if benefit eligible

  Optional Benefits:

  Pre-tax Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care Account

  NCPERS Decreasing Term Life Insurance

  Supplemental Employee, Spouse, Child Life Insurance

  Supplemental Long-Term Disability Insurance

  AFLAC

  Visit us at adacounty.id.gov/Human-Resources/Employee-Benefits to view details regarding our benefits package, including: paid leave, healthcare benefits, retirement benefits, and more!

  Agency

  Ada County

  Department

  Solid Waste

  Address

  10300 Seaman's Gulch Rd. Boise, Idaho, 83714

  Website

  www.adacounty.id.gov

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