Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule
Full-time position available with the Aviation Department - Bus Operations Division
Location: 400 Panama City Ave
Pay Starting at: $29.98 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00a.m.-3:30p.m. with Mandatory overtime during inclement weather and emergencies.
Application Deadline: July 27, 2026
Responsibilities
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What you’ll do
Plans, coordinates, supervises and directs the work of skilled and semi-skilled technicians engaged in the maintenance and repair of automotive and related equipment and general supervisor of the activities in a large garage facility.
Supervises and instructs subordinate technicians in the maintenance and repair of light automotive and complex heavy, road construction, and specialized equipment.
Monitors work in progress through to completion.
Makes visual inspections and tests equipment in order to determine needs for repair or adjustments and determine return to service.
Keeps records and files necessary in the operation of an automotive repair garage, including maintenance of records in a computerized Fleet Management System.
Performs related work as required.
What success looks like
Repairs and maintenance are completed safely, accurately, and on schedule
Technicians are well-supported, productive, and consistently improving skills
Fleet downtime is reduced and vehicles return to service quickly
Records in the Fleet Management System are accurate and up to date
Daily operations run smoothly with clear oversight and accountability
What you get
Stable public sector role with consistent hours
Competitive pay with clear salary transparency
Health, dental, and retirement benefits
Paid time off and holidays
Opportunities to grow into senior leadership or broader operations roles
Hands-on leadership experience in a critical operations environment
Why this role matters
This position keeps essential vehicles and equipment running safely and efficiently. Your leadership ensures crews can do their jobs, projects stay on track, and operations across the organization continue without interruption.
Qualifications
REQUIRES
High school graduation and six (6) years of experience in the automotive mechanic's trade, including one (1) year at the level of Senior Fleet Maintenance Technician AND
six (6) month of lead work experience
Must possess a valid State-issued driver's license in accordance with the City of KCMO policies
Ability to possess a valid CDL (Commercial Driver's License) Class A, B, or C issued by the State of Missouri prior to the end of the employee's probationary period
Ability to pass a physical examination, preemployment drug screen, and background check as prescribed by the City
Ability to pass 10-Year TSA Background Check
Ability to obtain and maintain an MCI Issued AOA Movement Area Badge with driving privileges
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English via 2-way radio
Other Information
Military veterans encouraged to apply
Why You'll Love Working with Us – Core Employee Benefits (Benefits offered to all permanent employees unless otherwise specified)
Comprehensive Health Coverage
Affordable medical, dental, and vision plans with multiple options and low employee contributions.
Generous Paid Time Off
Enjoy vacation, sick leave, and 13 paid holidays—with accruals that grow the longer you're with us.
Secure Retirement Planning
City-funded pension plan plus an optional 457 savings plan to help you build long-term financial security.
Support for Life’s Big Moments
Paid parental and bereavement leave to help you navigate major life events with peace of mind.
Tuition Assistance
Get reimbursed for eligible education expenses—invest in your future while you work.
Income Protection
Short- and long-term disability coverage options to safeguard your earnings.
Life Insurance Provided
City-paid life insurance with the option to add more coverage for extra peace of mind.
Community Volunteer Leave
Take up to 8 hours annually to give back to causes you care about.
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URGENT!!! CRITICAL RECRUITMENT INFORMATION
Applications and/or resumes are evaluated on the information received by the application deadline. Please ensure that your application or resume clearly demonstrates how you meet the minimum qualifications for the position for which you are applying, this includes providing all relevant educational dates and a detailed description of relevant work experience, including months/years of employment. Applications and/or resumes may not be considered if information is incomplete.
In order for a resume to be used in lieu of an application the resume must have been submitted online via the City’s Applicant Tracking System.
Positions requiring a high school diploma/GED certificate must be obtained from a school/program accredited by the Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
The minimum education requirement for positions that allow for experience equivalency for an accredited degree is a high school diploma. Unless otherwise specified, an accredited degree must be obtained from a college or university listed with the U.S. Department of Education and recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education.
For positions with a salary grade of EX6 or higher that require an accredited degree, qualifying professional experience must be obtained AFTER the accredited degree is obtained.
Successful completion of a pre-employment criminal history/background check is required for all positions. Some positions require a post offer drug screen and/or physical.
If appointed, non-residents must obtain residency inside Kansas City, Missouri's city limits within nine months.
The City of KCMO is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion in the workplace. The City is committed to providing a workplace environment for its employees and citizens free from discrimination based on race, color, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, religion, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity. For more information, please see our EEO Policy
The City of KCMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please call 816-513-1908 or send an e-mail to
[email protected].
If claiming military veterans' preference points, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 or a DD-256 (for reservists). To claim veterans’ points you must have served 180 days of regular active duty service and be discharged or released under honorable conditions during peacetimes or 90 days of active duty service, one (1) day during “wartime” and a last discharge or release under honorable conditions. (DOD) 38 U.S. Code § 4211).
