FLEET MECHANIC

Salary: See Position Description Location : West Point Public Works, VA Job Type: Full-time Permanent Job Number: 2025-0010 Department: Department of Public Works Division: Public Works Opening Date: 10/01/2025 Closing Date: Continuous The Town of West Point Public Works Department is looking for an experienced, self-motivated and dependable individual to serve as our FLEET MECHANIC. The right individual will perform preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, and troubleshoot mechanical parts on any and all types of machinery within the department. Starting Salary: $43840.08 ($21.08 p/hour) or higher, DOEGrade: 15Must Provide a Driving Transcript ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Inspects vehicles to determine the nature and extent of problem Develops and executes task schedules accordingly Removing and disassembling units such as engines, transmissions, hydraulic systems, and pumps to inspect for wear and make necessary repairs Repairing, overhauling, or replacing parts, such as pistons, rods, valves, carburetors, bearings, distributors, shock absorbers, and exhaust systems Uses a vast variety of specialty tools and diagnostic equipment Detects and reports defective materials and dangerous conditions to the appropriate personnel Instructs and trains other crew members in procedures and safety requirements Operates vehicles and equipment such as a dump truck, backhoe, skid-steering loader, trailer Operates power equipment such as mowers, brush chippers, trimmers, and snow blower Uses tools such as hammer, axe, wrench, screwdriver, and level Performs prescribed preventive maintenance on vehicles, equipment, and tools as required; cleans and maintains equipment in good working condition Reads and interprets equipment manuals to perform required maintenance and service May provide input into employee performance evaluations prepared by the Director, Public Works Department MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Education and Experience: High school diploma or equivalent plus at least two years experience in public works or a related field. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of basic tools and equipment Knowledge and use of safety precautions and equipment including reflective vest, steel-toed boots, lifting belt, eye protection, ear protection, gloves Basic knowledge of mechanical skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic troubleshooting and routine equipment repairs Ability to deal courteously and effectively with the public Licenses or Certifications: Valid Virginia Commercial Driver's License required after six months GRADE 15 Please refer to the following link for a complete listing of available benefits: 01 Do you have a valid Virginia Driver's License? Yes No 02 Do you have a valid Virginia Commercial Driver's License?" Yes No Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04