Fleet Mechanic

Teamster priority period runs from 12/30/2024-1/6/2025

Position Description

Background
Parking and Transportation Services is a self-supporting unit of the University of Minnesota within Auxiliary Services. The department is responsible for the administration, operation and maintenance of reliable and efficient transportation services on the Twin Cities campus including transit, parking, fleet, streets, walkways and way-finding. PTS supports alternatives to the single-occupant vehicle and promotes programs to encourage the University community to walk, bike, carpool, or take the bus. The department handles compliance documentation for all University vehicles or licensed equipment and administers the fuel credit card, vehicle insurance and safety, and employee driver training programs.

PTS Mission
Facilitating safe and effective integrated transportation systems that provide services for pedestrians, bicycles, transit and vehicles.

Responsibilities

* Perform mechanical maintenance and repairs on automobiles, and up to class 8 trucks
* Welding and metal fabrication
* Ability to work in a shop or field environment.
* Ability to diagnose drivability issues, read wiring diagrams, and use scan tools.
* Keep shop organized, clean & safe
* Maintain quality records of repairs/services.

Work Environment
This position requires work to be performed in both a shop and field environment. This position may be exposed to hazardous conditions where hearing and visual protection may be required.

Minimum Qualifications
* High school graduate or equivalent and combination of vocational education and/or experience in heavy duty diesel trucks and heavy equipment maintenance and repair to total six (6) years. Experience must include arc and acetylene welding and with electronic diagnostic and precision measuring instruments.
* CDL with airbrake endorsement, or willingness to obtain
* Must have your own tools

Preferred Qualifications
* Ability to lift, bend, push, pull up to 80lbs, without restrictions
* DOT Inspection Certificate, or willingness to obtain
* May require A.S.E. certification in one or more areas.
* Knowledge of automotive systems and equipment, preventative maintenance management principles and practices.
* Knowledge of computerized maintenance management systems and Microsoft Office products.
* Excellent communication and customer service skills, both in person and on the telephone. Ability to effectively handle difficult people and stressful situations.
* Ability to prioritize work in a multi-tasking environment.
* Ability to gather, analyze and report information.
* Ability to operate computerized maintenance management systems. Ability to follow process flow documents and actively contribute to process development.

Pay Range: $31.77-$37.14/hr ; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Non-Faculty Labor Represented Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC), is among the largest public research universities in the country, offering undergraduate, graduate, and professional students a multitude of opportunities for study and research. Located at the heart of one of the nation's most vibrant, diverse metropolitan communities, students on the campuses in Minneapolis and St. Paul benefit from extensive partnerships with world-renowned health centers, international corporations, government agencies, and arts, nonprofit, and public service organizations.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).