Student Job Opportunity

THE CITY OF KNOXVILLE

CIVIL SERVICE

JOB ANNOUNCEMENT

Civil Service Department, Suite 569, City County Bldg, 400 Main Street, Knoxville, TN 37902 (865) 215-2106. Web:www.knoxvilletn.gov

7091 Equipment Technician I 03/27/2018

(Focus in Small Engine Maintenance & Repair Work)

(Entry-Level and Promotional)

Drug testing may be required

ENTRY-LEVEL SALARY: $ 32,591 annually

PAY GRADE RANGE: $ 32,591 - $ 47,633 annually (Pay Grade 5)

The City of Knoxville requires as a condition of employment that all newly employed individuals, former employees that have been re-hired, or employees promoted to a new classification will receive their paychecks by way of automatic direct deposit.

Starting and promotional salaries will be determined based upon applicant qualifications and in accordance with Civil Service Merit Board Rules and Regulations.

The City of Knoxville only accepts online applications. To apply, go to http://www.knoxvilletn.gov/jobs. You must complete ALL APPLICABLE SECTIONS of the application. DO NOT LEAVE SECTIONS BLANK SIMPLY BECAUSE THAT INFORMATION APPEARS ON YOUR RESUME. Doing so could result in your application being deemed incomplete. If you need assistance submitting an application, you may visit the Civil Service office at the address listed above.

The following documents MUST be submitted online by 4:30 p.m. on: Thursday, June 7, 2018.

• Completed City of Knoxville Online Application

• Detailed Resume (upload and attach to your online application)

• If you have questions regarding your application or need help applying, please email hbroyles@knoxvilletn.gov before the posting deadline.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Unless stated otherwise, applicants must possess and/or meet the following minimum requirements prior to the application deadline.

• Current City Employees may apply, but must have completed initial Civil Service probationary period and must have received a satisfactory performance rating on their last evaluation to receive promotional preference.

• Graduation from a standard high school or equivalent.

• Minimum of one (1) year of experience repairing motor vehicles and/or equipment.

• Possession of a valid Class D Driver’s License.

• Possession of (or ability to obtain) an ASE Air Brake Repair certification "T4-Brakes" within the probationary period.

• Possession of (or ability to obtain a tow motor operator’s certificate or license within the probationary period.

• Possession of (or ability to obtain) an appropriate commercial driver’s license and/or endorsements within the probationary period.

• Must be available to work either first or second shift.

The hiring authority may give preference to candidates that have completed automotive repair studies at an accredited trade school.

EXAMINATION

Applicants meeting the minimum qualifications will be scheduled for the written test (100% of final score).

Note: Background checks will be conducted.

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

The City of Knoxville does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, sex, religion, age, veteran status, disability, gender identity, genetic information, or sexual orientation in employment opportunities.

City of Knoxville Class Title: Equipment Technician I – Small Engine Shop

Incumbent: vacant