FLEET MECHANIC APPRENTICE

 **FLEET MECHANIC Apprentice **

   Lake Havasu City, AZ

   Closing Date: Open Until Filled

    OC26-273 

Salary: $18.00 Upon Contract

The apprenticeship role is designed as a time-limited contract opportunity, with a maximum duration of three years.

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt                                                                                 

Department: Public Works/Vehicle Maintenance

Internal Note 

To apply for this position, You MUST attach a resume in the attachment section of the application.

Fleet Mechanic Apprentice: The Future of Mobility Starts Here

We don’t just fix trucks; we keep our city moving. We are looking for a Fleet Mechanic Apprentice who is ready to bridge the gap between traditional wrench-turning and high-tech diagnostics. If you have a passion for internal combustion, a curiosity for complex networks, and the drive to learn from the best, this is your starting line.

Under the guidance of our Fleet Maintenance Supervisor, you’ll tackle everything from light-duty cruisers to heavy-duty fire apparatus, evolving from a "pre-intermediate" tech into a master of the shop.

What You’ll Do (The Mission)

• Decode the Machine: Move beyond basic parts swapping. You’ll troubleshoot electronic engines, HVAC, and hydraulic systems using the latest diagnostic software.
• The Bread & Butter: Master the art of preventative maintenance—oil, filters, fluids, and rotations—ensuring our fleet stays reliable and safe.
• The Heavy Hitters: Assist our Lead Mechanics with specialized fire apparatus and heavy equipment, getting hands-on experience with the biggest machines in our inventory.
• Fabricate & Fix: Utilize welding, pneumatic tools, and specialty equipment to solve unique mechanical puzzles.
• Own Your Space: Maintain a workspace that reflects your professional standards—clean, organized, and safe.

What You Bring (The Essentials)

• Foundation: A High School diploma or GED and a baseline comfort level with automotive maintenance.
• The Driver’s Seat: A valid Driver’s License and the ability to obtain a Forklift certification (we’ll help you get there).
• Tech-Savvy: You’re as comfortable with a laptop as you are with a socket wrench. You can read manuals, follow digital diagrams, and track your work in our maintenance software.
• Grit & Growth: You have the "apprentice mindset"—you listen, you ask questions, and you’re constantly looking to improve your skills.

Why This Role?

You will be a vital part of a team that maintains cars, vans, SUVs, marine apparatus, and trailers. You’ll be mentored by Equipment Mechanic IIs, gaining the high-level skills needed for a long-term career in fleet diagnostics and repair.

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WHY JOIN US?

You’ll work in a fast-paced environment where safety and cleanliness are priorities. You aren't just fixing cars; you're maintaining the infrastructure that serves our community.

Ready to jump-start your career? Apply today!

Lake Havasu City offers an exceptional benefits package for full-time (FTE) employees: 

• Employer-provided Medical/Rx (EPO or HDHP)
• Dental/Vision
• Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Account/Health Savings Account
• Employer-Provided Basic Life Insurance
• Optional Additional Life Insurance
• Optional Insurance-Critical Illness, Hospitalization, Indemnity
• 11 Paid Holidays Annually
• Bereavement Leave
• Paid Vacation 
• Short Term Disability 
• Long Term Disability
• Opportunities for advancement
• Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS)
• Optional Deferred Compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards

Additional Comments

Lake Havasu City is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including, but not limited to lactation), national origin, age (40 or older), disability or genetic information. 

Applicants for employment opportunities should be aware of the Lake Havasu City policies concerning the use of drugs and alcohol. These policies have not been altered by the passage of Proposition 207. The use of recreational marijuana is a violation of the City's Drug Free Workplace Policy. All positions within the City are required to submit to a pre-employment drug test. A positive result for drugs tested under the policy, including recreational marijuana, may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment.  

 The City reserves the right to consider only the most highly qualified applicants. The succeeding examination processes may be required: training and experience, testing, panel interview, employment eligibility verification (EEV) requirements, personnel evaluation profile (PEP), polygraph test, background investigation, and alcohol/drug screening test. Appointment subject to successful background investigation and City-paid post-employment medical examination after offer of employment has been made.