Chief Mechanic

Primary responsibilities include the diagnosis and repair of City of Jackson, as contracted, and County Public Works Department equipment, including off-road, over the road, and automotive equipment, and related shop operations.  Responsibilities include cutting, welding, and other related metal fabrication work, using scanning devices to diagnose computer controlled equipment.  Diagnose and repair all other electrical, hydraulic and mechanical elements of City of Jackson and County equipment. High school diploma or equivalent plus a two year vocational/technical diploma in heavy equipment repair, diesel mechanics, or related field and four years of recent experience or equivalent required. Valid MN Class C driver’s license is required. Must be able to lift and carry 75 lbs regularly.

This position is classified in Grade 12 of the County Compensation Plan with a full pay range of $20.98 - $27.27 per hour.  Starting salary DOQ, but is usually within the hiring range of $20.98 - 22.37 per hour.  Full-time position working 40 hours per week with a competitive benefits package, including PERA pension. 

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Resumes will be accepted, and are encouraged, but must be accompanied by a completed application. Faxed or emailed applications will not be accepted.  This position is open until filled – applications will be given preference if delivered or postmarked by
4:30 pm on Thursday, October 31, 2019 to the County Coordinator’s office.  

In order to ensure the safety of citizens, employees and property, Jackson County has adopted a drug and alcohol testing policy which applies to all candidates being considered for employment with Jackson County. (Ref. Policy 501). A Drug and Alcohol test must be completed within 24 hours of all contingent verbal offers of employment, unless alternate scheduling arrangements are approved by the County Coordinator. 
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