Posting Details
Position Information
Working Title
Senior Mechanic
Department
Automotive Shop
Compensation Title
Senior Mechanic
Position Number
30002394
Position Status
Regular
Work Schedule
Monday - Friday 6:30a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
AFTER HOUR SHIFTS ARE REQUIRED FOR SNOW EVENTS DURING WINTER MONTHS
Hours per Week
40
Months per Year
12
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 diagnostics on cars, trucks and equipment in order to complete general repairs and service maintenance to vehicles. Perform minor autobody repairs and some minor welding.
* Provide assistance to the Lead Mechanic and Supervisor for all administrative duties, including monthly data for fuel and vehicle repairs for interdepartmental billings, employee timekeeping, Pcard purchases for supplies and parts needed for repairs.
* Assist managing personnel in absence of the Supervisor, including planning, assigning and checking work.
* Maintains a Commercial Drivers License with a passenger endorsement to provide bus transportation for university needs.
* Provide safe and aesthetically appropriate transportation for the University.
* Keep complete and accurate record keeping of work performed, parts and supplies. Completion of work orders in CMMS system for data reporting purposes.
* Follow all safety policies and procedures. Complete all required safety and compliance training.
* Report to work during Snow events to assist in repairing any vehicles or equipment
Qualifications
* High school diploma/GED required with 3 years of related experience.
* Valid driver's license
*
ASE Certification Required
* 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.,
* 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 responding to perform mechanical repairs to snow/ice removal equipment during Winter months.
Benefits at NKU include:
* Medical, dental and vision insurance
* Paid vacation time
o Accrue 144 hours annually
* Paid sick time
o Accrue 90 hours annually
* Paid holidays
o More detail on holidays
* Tuition Waiver for self and dependents
* Uniform/boot budget
Minimum Education
High School Diploma
Preferred Education
Technical School Certificate
Minimum Experience
3 years
Salary
$19.04 to $21.72
Pay Grade
S68
Posting Detail Information
Requisition Number
2025S2198
Job Open Date
04/30/2025
Job Close Date
Quick Link
https://jobs.nku.edu/postings/14725
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