Mechanic - Fleet

Salary : $53,428.07 AnnuallyLocation : Public Services - Operations Center, 4050 Johnson Dairy Road, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410, FLJob Type: Regular Full-TimeJob Number: 5.26-404543Department: COMMUNITY SERVICESDivision: FLEET MAINTENANCEOpening Date: 05/12/2026Closing Date: ContinuousDo you want to be a part of the team that makes the City of Palm Beach Gardens the signature place to live, learn, work and play? We provide world class services, parks, community centers, athletic fields, golf, tennis and pickleball, and public safety. This can only happen when the best, brightest, talented, and committed individuals work for our City. We encourage like-minded individuals to apply to join our culture of excellence as part of our team! Come join our family!SummaryPerforms semi-skilled and skilled work in maintaining the vehicles and mechanical equipment of the department.SUPERVISION RECEIVED: This position is supervised by the Fleet Crew ChiefSUPERVISION EXERCISED: NoneEssential Function Duties and ResponsibilitiesCarries out preventive maintenance schedules for all vehicles and mechanical equipment Operates a variety of diagnostic instruments and a variety of hand, electric, and air?driven tools Tests, services and repairs vehicles and mechanical equipment Inspects, adjusts and replaces necessary units and related parts in the performance of repair and maintenance work Repairs brake, engine, electrical, fuel, hydraulic, transmission, ignition, air, exhaust, axle assemblies and related systems Cuts and welds metal and performs body repair, touch up and related work Changes and repairs tires and tubes Evaluates status of mechanical equipment and vehicles, and performs needed repairs Conducts various analyses and inspections of vehicles and mechanical systems to determine the most cost?effective means of maintenance, repair or replacement Specifies parts and supplies used for vehicle and mechanical system maintenance Provides emergency field assistance to disabled equipment as needed and appropriate Performs emergency operations as required Participates with all other Mechanics in a rotating on-call program to respond to after-hour emergencies as necessary Performs any other related duties as requiredMinimum QualificationsHigh School diploma or equivalent, and Considerable experience in mechanics, maintenance management or closely related field, and A-5 through A-8 ASE Certifications required Any related combination of training and experienceSpecial Qualifications/PreferencesValid Florida State driver's license with CDL certification type B, or the ability to obtain one within 6 months of hire. A-5 through A-8 ASE Certifications requiredEligibilityCoverage in the City's group insurance plans begins the first of the month following thirty (30) days of employment.Health InsuranceChoice of three (3) plans provided through Florida Blue. Employee contributions are required toward the cost of this insurance on a bi-weekly basis as followsTIERHMOPPOHDHPEmployee Only$0$0$0Family$58.00$110.00$30.00On-Site Employee Health and Wellness Center:Available for use by employees, spouses and dependents enrolled on the City's Health Plan. No-copays for doctor's visits, labs, physicals, or prescription drugs dispensed at the CenterDental Insurance:PPO plan offered through Humana, provided at no costLife Insurance:Two (2) times annual salary up to a maximum of $100,000 provided at no costShort Term DisabilityNon-probationary employees eligible for 60% of salary up to 26 weeks, provided at no cost.Long Term Disability60% of salary up to $5,000 monthly, provided at no costEmployee Assistance ProgramSix (6) visits per calendar year, per issue, provided at no cost.Wellness Program: Voluntary wellness initiatives that promote and reward health awareness.Pension PlanProvided through the Florida Retirement System (FRS). Choice between the Investment Plan with a one (1) year vesting schedule, and the Pension Plan with an eight (8) year vesting schedule. Mandatory 3% pre-tax contribution.HolidaysEleven (11) days per calendar year. One (1) Floating Holiday per calendar year.Personal Leave:Sixteen (16) hours accrued monthly used for vacation, illness, or personal time away from work Personal Leave is tiered based on years of service and increases overtime.Optional Voluntary BenefitsEmployee Rental Assistance Program, Vision Care Insurance Plan, Supplemental Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, AFLAC Group Policies, 457 Deferred Comp Plan, Roth IRA, Recreation Program Discounts, Day Care Discounts, Free EV Charging Station, Flexible Schedules, Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer under the U.S. Department of Education's PSLF Program.01 The City of Palm Beach Gardens requires that you list your most recent 10 years of work experience if applicable. Work experience as listed in your resume, will not be an acceptable form of submission. You must use the work experience fields provided in order for your application to be complete. Yes I have included the most recent 10 years of work experience if applicable.02 Do you currently possess a valid Florida Driver's License and a good driving record with a CDL Class B Certification? YesNo03 Please list all your active certifications: Required Question