• Body Mechanic

    City of Lenexa (Lenexa, KS)


    Body Mechanic

     

    Department: 404000 (Fleet)

     

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    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 19,300 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 you-re 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 City's 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 associate's 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 $4,500 per year

    + Free membership to the Lenexa Rec Center (https://www.lenexa.com/government/departments\_\_\_divisions/recreation\_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.

     

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