What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Equipment Mechanic position at Town of Ashland, Virginia?
The Town of Ashland, Virginia's Department of Public Works is accepting applications for the position of Lead Equipment Mechanic.
Responsibilities
Job duties involve performing and scheduling maintenance, inspections and mechanical repair work on Town-owned diversified automotive and construction equipment. Employee is also responsible for maintaining records of maintenance performed.
This position must exercise considerable initiative and independent judgment in completing assigned tasks to ensure safety and operability of Town-owned vehicles and equipment. In addition, this position may be “on call” nights, weekends, and holidays.
Qualifications
- Graduation from high school supplemented by course work in the repair of automotive equipment and components.
- 2 to 4 years of experience in automotive and medium to heavy equipment maintenance and repair.
- VA State Safety Inspector’s license required or must be acquired within four months of start date.
- Valid Virginia Commercial Driver's license required or must be acquired within six months of start date; training provided.
- Certification in air conditioning repair and recharging or must be acquired within six months of start date.
Salary & Benefits
The hiring range for this position is $57,562-$80,000 DOQ/DOE. The Town of Ashland offers an outstanding benefit package including medical/dental/vision insurance, retirement benefits, and more, and is an RTD Top Workplace.
Full job description and Town of Ashland application are available here: ashlandva.info/employement. Copies may also be obtained at Ashland Town Hall (121 Thompson Street, Ashland, VA) or by calling (804) 798-9219. Please note that a Town of Ashland Application must be submitted to be considered.
The Town will accept applications until the position is filled; first review is March 3, 2025, 9:00 a.m. EST. Informational inquiries may be made to the Human Resources at (804) 798-9219 or wcornwell@ashlandva.gov.
Cover letter, resume, and application may be emailed to wcornwell@ashlandva.gov or mailed to:
Human Resources Coordinator
Town of Ashland
P.O. Box 1600
Ashland, VA 23005
The Town of Ashland is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Salary : $57,562 - $80,000