MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Must have two (2) years’ experience as a truck mechanic. Must possess and maintain a valid Class “B” Tennessee (or equivalent out-of-state) Commercial Driver’s License or obtain within twenty-four (24) months of employment and maintain as a condition of continued employment and must comply with Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) Alcohol and Drug Testing Rules. Must possess or obtain within six (6) months of employment the T-8 Preventing Maintenance Inspection (PMI) certification as a condition of continued employment. Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) Certifications in Medium-Heavy Truck – T-2 Diesel Engines, T-4 Brakes, T-5 Suspension & Steering, T-6 Electrical / Electronic System is preferred. Work experience of techniques involved in the use of mechanic hand tools and the understanding of basic principles of Medium / Heavy Truck maintenance/repairs required. 

The City Charter requires that City Employees must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. The City Charter requires that City Employees, with the EXECEPTION of “first responders”, must establish residence within Shelby County within six (6) months from their date of Employment. Proof of residence will be required at the time of hire. As defined by Tennessee House Bill 105, "first responder means paid, full-time law enforcement officers, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel and dispatchers of law enforcement, fire and emergency medical service departments."
 
The City of Memphis is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Office of Talent Management at talent.management@memphistn.gov.

Division: General Services