Vehicle Mechanic Technician
Open Position
(Open to Town of Bloomfield Employees ONLY)
Vehicle Mechanic Technician
$30.97/hourly (non-CDL)
$31.91/hourly (CDL)
This position has responsibility for the maintenance and overall condition of town and school vehicles, including CDL vehicles and heavy equipment, mini-buses, ambulance, police vehicles, fire trucks, etc. in a reliable and safe condition according to approved standards. Performs routine, specialized and preventive maintenance for all vehicle/equipment in the most cost effective manner.
Minimum Qualifications
Must have a High School Diploma or GED with 3 or more years of vehicle and/or heavy equipment mechanic experience; Vocational School or certification may substitute for one year of experience; Vocational Experience preferred. Must have and maintain: Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) Class B with airbrakes endorsement or be able to obtain a CDL Class B with airbrakes endorsement within 8 months of hire (the cost to obtain CDL will be paid by the Town of Bloomfield and must be obtained during non-working hours). Must submit to CDL Drug testing regulations.
Selection Process
All appointments and promotions shall be made according to merit and fitness for performing the functions of the position, including factors such as education, experience, aptitude, knowledge, character, ethics, or other qualifications that would determine the best candidate for the position. Examinations may include written, oral, physical, or performance tests or any combination of the various types of examinations. Offers of employment are contingent upon satisfactory results of a background check, pre-employment physical and drug test and verification of information on the employment application. Qualified applicants currently in positions covered by the Teamsters union contract have preference over all other applicants.
Applications
Town of Bloomfield conducts pre-employment drug testing
Applications may be obtained from the Department of Human Resources, 800 Bloomfield Ave., Bloomfield, CT 06002, or on our website at www.bloomfieldct.org and must be submitted to Human Resources along with a resume and a legible copy of CDL license (if applicable)
Applications excepted until sufficient applications are received. Applications are accepted in person, mail, or email – sdaley@bloomfieldct.org.
Town of Bloomfield is an affirmative action/equal employment opportunity employer. Minorities, women & persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Persons with a disability who may need this information in an alternative format or who may need accommodations during the testing procedure should contact HR Department at 860-769-3544 or at rmatias@bloomfieldct.org.