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Equipment Mechanic

Recreation Services Department

Hiring Pay Range: $24.33 to $30.42

Pay Grade: 108

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Full Pay Range: $24.33 to $36.50

Deadline to Apply: 06/19/2026

Benefits Summary:

Major Benefits for Full-Time Regular Employees:

• A diverse range of complimentary mental health and wellness services is available, including an Employee Assistance Program, a free subscription to Calm, and health coaching.
• Paid time off up to 20 days in first year of employment
• 10 paid holidays and 1 floating holiday per year
• Free employee only coverage for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance
• Free family coverage for select medical and dental plans
• Pension and long-term disability through Arizona State Retirement System, click here for more details
• Supplemental benefits such as deferred compensation plans and additional life insurance

Position Summary:

Performs repairs and preventative maintenance on assigned vehicles and associated equipment both in the shop and in the field for Recreation Services.

Essential Duties:

• Organizes the inspection, maintenance, and repair of vehicles and equipment used by Recreation Services.
• Performs a wide variety of complex duties; completes assigned work orders.
• Helps with pre-trip inspections on vehicles as assigned.
• Inspects, diagnoses, and repairs mechanical defects/failures in various vehicles and equipment.
• Performs repairs and preventive maintenance on assigned vehicles and carts; changes oil; changes filters; checks fluid levels, checks and replaces brakes and pads, as required; checks, rotates, repairs, and replaces tires; inspects vehicles and related systems to ensure performance of air conditioning, electronic, electrical ,and hydraulic systems.
• Performs scheduled tune-ups and preventive maintenance/repairs on all small engine equipment.
• Performs routine maintenance and repair of heavy equipment and construction equipment (e.g., transmissions, hydraulics, water pumps) with emphasis on hydraulic systems.
• Performs weekly preventative maintenance on mower. (e.g., grease, sharpen and replace blades, adjust deck height)
• Performs diagnostic work in the shop and in the field; picks up/tows vehicles or repairs on site.
• Tests vehicles/equipment after repair; cleans and washes vehicles/equipment before/after maintenance/repair is completed.
• Brazes and welds metals; fabricates parts and equipment attachments as necessary; and works on small engines as necessary.
• Purchases repair parts and replacement supplies.
• Keeps a complete set of records for all equipment.
• Oversees the mechanic shop and performs related cleanup duties.
• Regulates employees' use of equipment in the absence of supervisor.
• Performs as backup driver duties during shortage of drivers, and additional services.
• Performs snow clean-up operations throughout City streets, parks, and facilities.
• Assist in the training for new CDL Applicants.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education and/or Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Any combination of education, experience, and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

Licensing, Certification, and Other Requirements:

Possess an Arizona driver's license with a clean driving record; Obtain or possess a Class A commercial driver's license (CDL) within required time frames if required for job; Obtain or possess a forklift certification within six (6) months of hire. Obtain or possess an Aerial Lift Operator certification within one (1) year of hire.

Employee Core Beliefs

City of Prescott employees should seek to uphold the City's core beliefs throughout their day-to-day business and with every customer they come in contact with, both internal and external. Our core beliefs are: Act with Integrity, Work as a Team, Have Personal Commitment and Loyalty, Solve Problems, Take Pride In Excellent Results, High Level of Productivity and Being Nice.

Knowledge, Skill and Abilities:

• Knowledge of operation of a variety of heavy/light duty equipment and diesel/gasoline vehicles.
• Knowledge of mechanical, electrical, electronic, hydraulic, compression, and water pump repair.
• Knowledge of the theory, care, and operation of internal combustion engines and mowing equipment.
• Knowledge of tires and rim repair and replacement for automobiles, trucks and other equipment.
• Knowledge of maintenance of light and heavy-duty automotive, and construction equipment.
• Knowledge of occupational safety and health policies and procedures related to vehicle maintenance and repair.
• Skill in communicating, both verbally and in writing.
• Skill in using computer diagnostic equipment and using a computerized maintenance management system software.
• Skill in safely troubleshooting, repairing, and testing vehicles and equipment.
• Skill in working in the field at job sites to repair or tow vehicles or construction equipment.
• Skill in utilizing customer service techniques when responding to inquiries and complaints.
• Skill in welding and fabricating parts.
• Skill in working in the field at job sites to repair or tow vehicles or construction equipment.
• Skill in utilizing customer service techniques when responding to inquiries and complaints.
• Ability to grind and adjust reels on mowing equipment.
• Ability to diagnose mechanical troubles and determine appropriate maintenance work.
• Ability to keep good business records.
• Ability to carry out phases of the work from start to completion without assistance.

Physical Demands And Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in the shop or in the field.
• Requires working assigned shifts that includes nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Requires working rotational stand-by assignments and be available to respond to emergency call outs in a timely manner.
• Safely operates required equipment and City vehicle as needed.
• Clearly, concisely, and effectively communicates in person and over the telephone.
• Safely performs manual labor for extended periods of time and performs repetitive stooping, bending, and twisting, and lifting 50 pounds frequently without assistance and 51 to a maximum of 100 pounds with assistance.
• Work is performed sometimes under adverse weather conditions, confined space, high traffic areas, exposure to raw sewage, chemicals, rotating equipment, noise, high-medium-low voltage, and other potentially hazardous environments.
• Work is performed in a dynamic environment that requires sensitivity to change and responsiveness to changing goals, priorities, and needs.

Successful candidate will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include:

• Drug screening
• Motor vehicle records check
• Criminal background screening

City of Prescott Contact Information

201 N. Montezuma Street, Suite 207

Prescott, AZ 86301

Email: hr@prescott-az.gov

Website: www.prescott-az.gov

Phone: 928-777-1410 / Fax: 928-777-1213

When advised, reasonable accommodations will be made in order for an "otherwise qualified applicant" with a disability to participate in any phase of the selection process. In accordance with A.R.S. 23 - 493, this position has been identified as "Safety Sensitive". The City of Prescott is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.