What are the responsibilities and job description for the EVT Diesel Mechanic position at City of North Myrtle Beach, SC?
Salary : $56,000.00 - $84,000.00 Annually
Location : North Myrtle Beach, SC
Job Type : Regular Full-Time
Job Number : 00636
Department : Public Works
Division : Fleet Maintenance
Opening Date : 01 / 17 / 2025
Closing Date : 7 / 17 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Eastern
General Statement of Job
Under limited supervision, performs maintenance, diagnosis and repairs on a variety of gasoline and diesel-powered vehicles and heavy equipment. Working with priority input provided by the Fire Department Division Chief, performs specialized and skilled work involving the repair and maintenance of emergency vehicle apparatus assigned to the Fire Department, in addition to assisting with remainder of City fleet as workload allows. Work is performed with considerable independence in accordance with specific instructions and defined procedures and schedules. Position may require after hour call-outs for priority repairs of emergency vehicles as well. Assists the Fleet Superintendent in setting repair priorities, reviewing work, maintaining standards, training mechanics, and coordinating shop workload. Uses diagnostic computer and software from various manufacturers to assess equipment problems and issues. Performs related duties such as conducting preventive maintenance, operating shop equipment, providing wrecker service, maintaining service records, maintaining the shop, upkeep on maintenance facility, tools, and equipment.
Minimum Training and Experience
Education : High school graduate with vocational / technical school training in automotive / diesel / mechanical repairExperience : Seven (7) years of experience as a mechanic, to include five (5) as a heavy / diesel and / or EVT mechanicCertifications :
- Valid driver's license
- EVT Certification
- ASE Certification
- Manufacturer specific training / certification (Ford, Caterpillar, Cummins, etc.)
Preferred :
Note :
Physical Requirements
Must be physically able to operate a truck, welding machine, drill press, back hoe, wrecker, mechanical, carpentry, welding, and machine tools, mops and brooms, sand blaster and automotive test equipment. Must be able to exert up to fifty pounds of force occasionally, and / or up to twenty-five pounds of force frequently, and / or up to ten pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Must be able to lift and / or carry weights of ten to one hundred pounds.
Health & Wellness
Employee Health Center (EHC)
The City of North Myrtle Beach (CNMB) provides an EHC for full-time employees and eligible dependents on the city's health insurance plan. The EHC provides sick visits, primary care, and annual physicals with no copays.
Wellness Benefit
The CNMB maintains a Wellness Incentive Plan (WIP) for full-time employees and spouses on the city's health insurance plan. The WIP is designed to help reduce health risk among employees and promote a healthy workplace.
Participating in the WIP provides the benefits of :
Health Insurance (In-network)
Health insurance deductions below Per Pay PeriodPlansWellness ParticipantWellness Non-ParticipantEmployee$0.00$42.00Employee / Child$68.00$102.00Employee / Spouse$123.00$204.00Family$169.00$277.00 Dental Insurance
Prescription Benefits
Vision Care
Aquatic & Fitness Center
The CNMB offers full-time employees a discounted membership at the Aquatic & Fitness Center. Membership can be paid through payroll deduction.
Other Benefits
Holidays and Leave
Paid Holidays
Vacation Leave
Years of ServiceRegular FT0 to 580 hours each year5 to 10120 hours each year10 or More160 hours each year Sick Time
Holiday Bonus
Employee Tenure
Retirement
Retirement health insurance is available if eligibility requirements are met.
General Retirement
General Employees
Supplemental Retirement
457 Plan
Designed for full-time employees to save and invest money with tax benefits. Contributions are made to an account based on the amount the employee chooses to allocate. Key features of the plan include :
Roth IRA
Life Insurance
Basic Term Life / AD&D
Voluntary Term Life
General Employee
Disclaimer : The City reserves the right to modify or eliminate, determine
eligibility changes and / or revise employee benefits plans, premiums, and / or benefits at any time with or without notice. Nothing described herein creates a contract. Programs are subject to annual appropriations, policies and benefits, and plan descriptions.
Salary : $56,000 - $84,000
