Mechanic

Posting Details

Position Information

Working Title
Mechanic

Department
Automotive Shop

Compensation Title
Transportation Serv. Mechanic

Position Number
30002394

Position Status
Regular

Work Schedule

Monday – Friday 6:30a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

12 HOUR SHIFTS ARE REQUIRED FOR SNOW EVENTS

Hours per Week
40

Months per Year
12

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

Northern Kentucky University is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution. We embrace inclusiveness, equity, and global awareness in all dimensions of our work and seek excellence through diversity among our students, administrators, faculty, and staff. Application by members of diverse groups is encouraged.

Purpose of Position

Provide safe and appropriate transportation to meet the University’s needs and to provide safe work vehicles and equipment for Operation and Maintenance personnel and the Campus Community.

Primary Responsibilities

Perform mechanical repairs/diagnostics on all types of motorized equipment including but not limited to trucks, buses, vans, mowers, gators, golf carts, salt spreaders, etc. Welding/Fabrication

Cleaning of 26 passenger mini bus after use

Complete daily records and logs. Input data in TDX work order system on a daily basis.

Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

High school diploma/ GED required with 2 years of related experience.

Commercial Driver’s License is preferred but not required. (Must obtain within 6 months of hire date.)

Must possess ability to perform mechanical repairs on all types of vehicles/engines including gasoline powered, diesel powered, battery powered, etc., prefer ASE certification.

Must be able to perform emergency mechanical repairs on roadsides and in adverse weather conditions including but not limited to extreme heat/cold, snow, ice, rain, etc.

Must be physical able to perform frequent medium heavy to maximum exertion.

Must possess basic computer skills.

Must be flexible to work any and all hours associated with overnight trips and responding to perform mechanical repairs to snow/ice removal equipment.

Minimum Education
High School Diploma

Preferred Education
High School Diploma

Minimum Experience
2 years

Salary
$17.63/hr minimum

Pay Grade
S67

Posting Detail Information

Requisition Number
2024S2091

Job Open Date
08/14/2024

Job Close Date

Quick Link
https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/14196

Is this an internal only posting?

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
   • NKU Jobs Site
   • HigherEdJobs.com
   • Careerbuilder.com
   • Inside Higher Ed
   • Employee Referral
   • Indeed.com
   • Other
2. * Do you possess a Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with Passenger endorsement?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Please describe in detail your automotive mechanical experience.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
4. * Please list any licenses or certifications you might have that are directly related to this position.
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
5. * Do you have the ability to perform medium to heavy physical exertion on a regular basis, including lifting up to 50 pounds or more?
   
   (Open Ended Question)
   
   
6. * Are you able to work in adverse weather conditions, i.e. extreme heat, cold, rain, etc?
   • Yes
   • No
   • No response

Documents Needed to Apply
Required Documents

1. Resume

Optional Documents

1. Cover Letter/Letter of Application
2. References