Heavy Equipment & Auto Mechanic

Heavy Equipment & Auto Mechanic

Location

River Road, 205 Operations Center Drive, NC

Job Type

Full Time-Regular

Job Number

FY26-00165 - updated

Department

Asset and Property Management

Opening Date

08/26/2026

Closing Date

9/13/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Post-Offer Required Pre-Employment Screenings

Driving History Check

Criminal History Check

Drug Screen

Approved Hiring Salary/Range

$27.98 - $35.68

Full Salary Range

$27.98 - $43.37

Working Hours

7 am-4 pm with a one (1) hour lunch. Emergency work in storm events is required. This position is considered essential and may be required to work before, during and after inclement weather events.

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The City of Wilmington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Description

One City. One Community. One Mission: Keep the City Running.

Join a team that values your skills and supports your future with great benefits, including a pension, city provided 4.5% contribution into a 401 (k) account (no match required!), employer paid health & wellness clinic, and free city gym access!

The purpose of this position is to service heavy-duty trucks and equipment by completing preventive maintenance and routine repairs. Other duties include performance of shop maintenance and housekeeping functions, performing service calls, and picking up parts from various vendors when needed.

Typical Tasks

• Perform preventative maintenance in accordance with guidelines established by Wilmington Fleet Garage.

• This includes performing DOT inspections.

• Performing inspections of engine, driveline, steering, suspension, safety/ emergency equipment and body components.

• Changing all fluids and filters.

• Properly documenting all repairs needed.

• Checking vehicle operation when complete.

• Perform proper diagnosis and repair of Fleet Heavy Equipment according to manufacturer standards.

• Repair includes (but not limited to) engine, transmission, drive train, steering/suspension, electronics, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

• Clean and maintain the shop by cleaning all bays, removing trash and debris, sweeping floors and properly disposing of all supplies and used materials.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

Education: Six-months to one year of advanced study or training beyond high school or GED education.

Experience: Three (3) years of experience performing maintenance on a variety of different vehicles OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

Other Requirements

• Current Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification OR the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.

• Refrigerant Recovery Certification OR the ability to obtain within one (1) year of hire.

• Class B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) OR the ability to obtain within 180 days of hire.

Notes: Driving check and criminal background checks are required for the selected candidate. Post-offer drug screen is also required for the selected candidate.

Mechanics will be required to maintain certifications as a condition of continued employment.

Supplemental Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Exerting 50-100 lbs. occasionally, 10-25 lbs. frequently, or up to 10-20 lbs. constantly

WORKING CONDITIONS: This position generally requires work in a shop setting.

Our Core Values:

INCLUSION | COLLABORATION | CREATIVITY | ACCOUNTABILITY

Our Mission Statement: Through forward-thinking policies and responsible stewardship, we are creating a better city every day with excellent core services and quality of life for all.

What we offer:

The City of Wilmington believes that employees are one of our most important resources. We offer an excellent salary and competitive benefits package to serve the needs of our employees and their families. Our benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance + many other insurance options
• Excellent retirement benefits, including a city provided 4.5% contribution each pay period into a 401(k) account and automatic enrollment into the North Carolina Local Government Employees' Retirement System
• Employer-paid health & wellness clinic
• Free on-site city gym access
• Paid sick and vacation leave + 13 paid holidays per year
• 6-weeks paid parental leave
• Paid volunteer & blood donation leave to give back to our community
• Flex schedule and telework availability, depending on your position
• Professional development trainings & leadership initiatives
• Tuition assistance benefits

Applicant Status Updates: After the closing date for this position, applications will be screened by Human Resources. Applicants who meet the minimum and/or preferred qualifications will be referred over to the hiring department. All updates regarding an application can be viewed through your applicant portal.

Health Benefits are offered to employees working at least 30 hours per week.

Health Insurance - The City offers two options for health coverage: a standard PPO plan and a High Deductible Health Plan with an associated Health Savings Account. Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire for employees and their eligible dependents. Both you and the City contribute to the overall cost of coverage.

Dental Insurance - Coverage becomes effective the first day of the month following hire. Employees, their spouse and dependent children are eligible for coverage.

Life Insurance - The city pays to provide coverage valued at one times your annual salary. Supplemental insurance is available for employees to purchase. Optional coverage for dependents is also available for purchase.

Retirement:

• NC Local Government Retirement System - All benefits eligible employees make a mandatory 6% contribution every pay period.
• Deferred Compensation - The city contributes an amount equal to 4.5% of the annual salary to a 401(k) plan regardless of employee contribution. Employees may choose to contribute additional money to the 401(k) or 457 deferred compensation plans, without a match from the City, within the IRS guidelines.

Paid Leave (offered to employees working at least 1,000 hours annually*):

• Sick Leave - 12 days accrued each year
• Annual Leave - Accrual based on years of service and classification. Employees can earn from 10 to 24 days each year.
• Holidays - 13 paid holidays annually
• Paid Parental Leave - Six weeks of paid leave for the birth, adoption or placement of a child (must run concurrently with FMLA).
• Part-Time Employees will earn paid leave benefits on a pro-rated basis.

Miscellaneous:

• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Cancer & Critical Illness
• Accident Insurance
• Whole Life Insurance
• Credit Union membership

Note: The City of Wilmington is on a bi-weekly pay cycle. New employees should expect to receive their first paycheck approximately 4 weeks after their start date.

This is intended to be a brief overview of the benefits offered. Please visit our website at https://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/Government/Departments-Divisions/Human-Resources/Benefits for more information.

01

Each applicant must complete this supplemental questionnaire as a part of the application screening process. The information you provide will be reviewed and used to determine your eligibility to move forward in the selection process. Incomplete responses, false statements, omissions, or partial information may result in disqualification from the selection process. Do you agree to answer each supplemental question truthfully and that your responses can be verified from information included within the application?

• Yes

02

I understand that for my application to be considered, I must thoroughly complete the work experience and education portions of the application form to demonstrate my qualifications for this job. Entering "N/A or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.

• Yes

03

How many years of professional heavy equipment and/or heavy truck maintenance experience do you have?

• 0 to 6 months
• 6 months to less than 1 year
• 1 year to less than 3 years
• 3 years to less than 4 years
• 4 years to less than 10 years
• 10 years or more

04

Please identify the company/agency/organization where you gained the experience described in question #3. Note: These employers must be listed in the work history section on your employment application to receive credit. Entering "N/A or "See Resume/Application" does not qualify as an acceptable response.

05

Briefly describe your professional experience with heavy equipment and/or heavy truck maintenance. This can include types of equipment you have worked on, specific duties performed, etc.

06

Do you currently possess an Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certification or have the ability to obtain it within one (1) year of hire? (If a candidate is hired without an ASE certification, the department will reimburse the employee once they have successfully obtained it.)

• Yes, I currently possess a Automotive Service Excellence Certification (ASE).
• No, I do not currently possess a Automotive Service Excellence Certification (ASE), but I am aware that I must obtain it within one (1) year of hire.

07

If you answered "Yes" to the above question, what type of ASE certification(s) do you possess?

08

Are you certified in Refrigerant Recovery or have the ability to obtain it within one (1) year of hire? (If a candidate is hired without Refrigerant Recovery certification, the department will reimburse the employee once they have successfully obtained it.)

• Yes, I am certified in refrigerant recovery.
• No, I am not certified in refrigerant recovery, but I am aware that I must obtain certification within one (1) year of hire.

09

Do you possess a valid Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL) or have the ability to obtain it within 180 days of hire? (If a candidate is hired without a CDL, the department will reimburse the employee once they have successfully obtained it.)

• Yes, I possess a valid Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL).
• No, I do not possess a valid Class A or B Commercial Drivers License (CDL), but I am aware that I must obtain it within 180 days of hire.

10

Do you understand that per Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration requirements, prospective drivers that have failed or refused a DOT drug or alcohol pre-employment test within the past two years from an employer who did not hire them may not be eligible for employment?

• Yes

11

Which best describes your highest level of education?

• High School Diploma or GED
• Vocational/Technical Training or Certificate
• Some College
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Masters Degree
• Doctorate Degree
• None - N/A

12

Do you have a valid US Drivers License?

• Yes
• No

13

The hiring salary for the position is posted on the job posting. Salary determination is supported by budget availability and qualifications of the candidate to maintain internal equity. Please acknowledge that you understand this process.

• Yes
• No

Required Question

Employer City of Wilmington

Address PO Box 1810

929 N. Front Street, 11th Floor

Wilmington, North Carolina, 28401

Phone 910-341-7840

Website http://www.wilmingtonnc.gov/jobs