<p>Date Opened: Thursday, August 07, 2025 12:00 AM</p> <p>Close Date: Friday, August 22, 2025 12:00 AM</p> <p>Department: Aviation Department</p> <p>Function Mechanics/Maintenance</p> <p>Salary: $25.04 - $31.30 Commensurate with Experience</p> <p>Welcome to the City of Charlotte</p> <p>Charlotte is America's Queen City, opening her arms to a diverse and inclusive community of residents, businesses and visitors alike. Here you will find a safe, family-oriented city where people work together to help everyone thrive. The mission of the City of Charlotte is to deliver quality public services and promote the safety, health, and quality of life for all residents.</p> <p>Our guiding principles include:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Attracting and retaining a skilled and diverse workforce</p> </li><li> <p>Valuing teamwork, openness, accountability, productivity, and employee development</p> </li><li> <p>Providing all customers with courteous, responsive, accessible, and seamless quality services</p> </li><li> <p>Taking initiative to identify, analyze, and solve problems</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborating with stakeholders to make informed decisions</p> </li></ul> <p>SUMMARY</p> <p>The Senior Heavy Equipment Mechanic plays a critical role in maintaining and repairing a diverse fleet of vehicles and equipment for the Aviation Department. This position is responsible for performing skilled maintenance, diagnostics, and repair work on trucks, tractors, fire apparatus, heavy construction equipment, generators, and specialized automotive equipment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate advanced technical expertise, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.</p> <p>Responsibilities:</p> <ol> <li> <p>Perform diagnostics, repairs, and preventative maintenance on a wide range of airport vehicles and equipment, including diesel and electric transit buses, trucks, cars, and airport-specific machinery.</p> </li><li> <p>Rebuild and replace components according to manufacturer specifications, including fabrication, machining, and custom part design as required.</p> </li><li> <p>Conduct thorough preventative maintenance to ensure optimal performance and longevity of airport equipment.</p> </li><li> <p>Diagnose and resolve complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues efficiently.</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with fellow technicians to foster a team-oriented work environment and share expertise.</p> </li><li> <p>Serve as a liaison between the equipment shop and internal stakeholders, providing updates on repair status, requirements, and equipment availability.</p> </li><li> <p>Address customer inquiries, concerns, and complaints professionally and promptly.</p> </li><li> <p>Research and procure the correct parts and components needed for repairs and maintenance.</p> </li><li> <p>Maintain detailed work order documentation, ensuring accurate records of diagnostics, repairs, and status updates.</p> </li></ol> <p>Education & Experience:</p> <ul> <li>High school diploma or GED with a minimum of three (3) years of experience, OR at least five (5) years of relevant experience without a diploma. </li><li>An equivalent combination of education, military, or industry-specific experience may be considered. </li><li>Post-secondary education in a related technical field is preferred. </li><li>ASE certifications and certification for A/C refrigerant dispensing and recovery are highly desirable. </li><li>Experience with gasoline, diesel, and battery-electric high-voltage drivetrain systems is strongly preferred. </li></ul> <p>Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:</p> <ul> <li>Extensive knowledge of diagnostics, repair techniques, and maintenance for a wide range of heavy equipment and vehicles. </li><li>Strong understanding of engine operating principles, mechanical systems, and automotive electrical components. </li><li>Familiarity with safe working practices, hazard communication standards, and regulatory compliance. </li><li>Ability to diagnose and troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic issues independently. </li><li>Proficiency in shop mathematics to support fabrication and repairs. </li><li>Strong record-keeping and documentation skills, including the ability to prepare and maintain work logs and reports. </li><li>Effective verbal and written communication skills to interact with team members, leadership, and customers. </li><li>High level of skill in using and maintaining specialized tools, equipment, and materials related to automotive and heavy equipment repair. </li><li>Computer literacy is required, with the ability to navigate diagnostic software and work order management systems. </li></ul> <p>This role requires a dedicated professional with a strong technical background, a commitment to safety and efficiency, and the ability to adapt to evolving automotive technologies.</p> <p>Physical Requirements:</p> <p>This is a physically active job requiring manual dexterity, physical strength and the ability to lift 50 lbs. without assistance, and the ability to manipulate heavier weights up to 100 lbs. with assistance. Physical activity may include stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions. Exposure to noise, heat, dust, cold, fumes, uneven surfaces, chemical substances likely, and adverse weather conditions.</p> <p>Sensory Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Vision (near, distance, peripheral) </li><li>Depth perception </li><li>Touch </li><li>Hearing </li></ul> <p>General Information:</p> <ul> <li>Required, Valid Class B CDL driver's license with passenger endorsement. If candidate does not have CDL, CLT Airport will provide training. Candidate will have one year to obtain CDL from the date training begins. </li><li>Certain convictions within a 10-year period would prevent unescorted access and therefore deny employment. </li><li>Vehicle Maintenance Facility offers heated and cooled work area with good lighting and other facility amenities </li></ul> <p>CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT</p> <p>The City's Background Check Policy requires background checks to be conducted on final internal or external candidate(s) applying for any position with the City of Charlotte. The type of information that will be collected as part of a background check includes, but is not limited to: reference checks, social security verification, education verification, criminal conviction record check, and, if applicable, a credit history check, sex offender registry and motor vehicle records check.</p> <p>Background checks must be in compliance with all federal and state statutes, such as the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA). The checks must be consistent with the guidelines set forth by these laws requiring organizations to obtain a candidate's written authorization before obtaining a criminal background report, motor vehicle records check or credit report; and to properly store and dispose of information derived from such reports.</p> <p>Final candidates must pass a pre-employment drug-screening test and physical examination. During the selection process, candidates may be asked to take a skills test, and/or participate in other assessments.</p> <p>The City of Charlotte is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation or on the basis of actual or perceived gender as expressed through dress, appearance, or behavior.</p> <p>Our culture is to serve the community honorably.</p> <p>HOW TO APPLY</p> <p>Apply online.</p> <p>Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job.</p> <p>You are welcome to visit the City of Charlotte Human Resources Department lobby, where self-service application kiosks are available. They are located in our office at 700 East 4th Street, Suite 200, Charlotte, NC 28202. We are open Monday through Friday, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. (EST), excluding official City holidays.</p> <p>For questions about your application or the hiring process, please email Careers@ci.charlotte.nc.us.</p> <p>The City of Charlotte is committed to making our services and programs accessible to all. Upon request, auxiliary aids, written materials in alternate formats, language access, and other reasonable accommodations or modifications will be provided. To make a request, please fill out the Innovation & Technology ADA request form or call 704.336.4120.</p> <p>BENEFITS</p> <p>The City of Charlotte provides a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees.</p> <p>Click here to learn more about the City of Charlotte's benefits.</p> <p>The City of Charlotte is a drug and alcohol-free workplace.</p>