Vehicle/Equipment Mechanic

About This Role:

This position provides maintenance and modifications to vehicles and other property owned by the university. Ensures proper upkeep is provided to trucks, grounds keeping equipment, automobiles, heavy equipment and other farm related vehicles/equipment.

Why Join Us:

Kansas State University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, life insurance, retirement plans, paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays. To see what benefits are available, please visit: https://www.k-state.edu/hcs/benefits

We Support Diversity and Inclusion:

Kansas State University embraces diversity and inclusion. The university actively seeks individuals who foster a collegial environment and cooperative interactions with coworkers, students, and others. The University is dedicated to promoting the Principles of Community.

Worksite Options:

This position is required to be performed on-site. Work is performed on employer premises or designated assignment location.

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What You’ll Need to Succeed:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Requires six months of relevant experience. Education may be substituted for experience as determined relevant by a hiring manager.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in a farming environment including maintaining and repairing farm machinery, irrigation pivot repair and irrigation engine/pump maintenance.
• Vocational training in diesel mechanics, automotive mechanics, gasoline engine repair, welding, and electrical diagnosis/repair.
• Mobility to maneuver on and under equipment and considerable physical exertion to transport in excess of 50 lbs (no more than 100 lbs) unassisted on a regular basis.

Other Requirements:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at the time of employment.
• Valid driver's license to permit incumbent to operate automobiles, pickup trucks, and farm trucks (up to 24,000 GVW) having standard or automatic transmissions once employed.

How to Apply:

Please submit the following documents:

1. Resume

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled.

Anticipated Hiring Pay Range:

$20.00-$26.00 hourly

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Kansas State University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.

Background Screening Statement:

In connection with your application for employment, Kansas State University will procure a Background Screen on you as part of the process of considering your candidacy as an employee.