Master Mechanic
City of St. Joseph
Other Engineering
St Joseph, MO, USA
USD 42,301-42,301 / year
Posted on Feb 24, 2026
| Position: Master Mechanic | ||
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| Job Id: 737 | ||
| # of Openings: 1 | ||
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| Job Title: Master Mechanic Department: Public Works & Transportation Division: Landfill Salary: $42,301.00Yr. $20.33701HR Closing Date: Until Filled Job Summary/Scope Serves as working supervisor in the garage. Repairs trucks, cars, tractors and mowers. Processes paperwork and performs routine repairs and service calls as directed. Troubleshoots difficult and unusual mechanical problems. Fabricates and welds equipment and tools as needed. No direct supervisory responsibilities and limited budgetary responsibilities. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Other Duties and Responsibilities Performs all other duties as assigned. Employee Behavior and Conduct City employees shall conduct themselves in a professional manner and shall exhibit and extend such professional conduct appropriate for the circumstances to those with whom they come into contact both internally and externally during the performance of their duties. Examples of professional conduct include, but are not limited to, being communicative, informative, fair, honest, and respectful. Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Material and Equipment Directly Used Uses a variety of equipment including hydraulic jacks, lift devices and safety stands: also feed and stick welders, grinders, acetylene torches, presses, hydraulic and electrical testing equipment, tire and tire repair equipment and other related equipment. There may be times when use of personal vehicle may be required. Working Environment/Physical Requirements Work is performed under a variety of conditions ranging from extreme cold, heat windy and wet. Must be able to stand for long periods of time. Also requires such physical activities as climbing, stooping, kneeling and crawling. Must be able to operate equipment with dexterity. Must have the ability to routinely lift objects weighing up to thirty pounds, occasionally lift objects weighing as much as 75 pounds or assist in lifting objects weighing in excess of 75 pounds. May be subject to emergency call in. Some overnight or day travel may be required for business purposes. Vacation and other leave scheduling shall be requested of and approved by the appropriate supervisor. Education High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s degree in related field preferred. All applicants must pass a drug screening and criminal background check prior to employment. Any job offer made by the City is contingent upon the applicant passing the drug screening and background check. AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER The City is a governmental entity subject to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, which requires that otherwise qualified handicapped individuals be protected from discrimination. | ||
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