Aviation Automotive Technician (Fleet Maintenance Technician)

Job Description

Two full-time positions available with the Aviation Department-Fleet Maintenance Division Work Location: 125 Paris Street
Salary Range: $22.61-$34.48 per hour
Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00a.m.-3:30p.m. with Mandatory overtime during inclement weather and emergencies.
Application Deadline Date: December 03, 2026

About Us

About the Aviation Department

The Kansas City Aviation Department is responsible for managing and operating Kansas City International Airport (MCI) and Kansas City Downtown Airport (Wheeler Field - MKC). As an enterprise fund department of the City of Kansas City, Missouri, it is fully supported by airport-generated revenues rather than tax funding. The department focuses on delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective airport services to airlines, passengers, visitors, and the community. Its operations include overseeing airport administration, maintenance, promotions, and overall system performance while ensuring a high standard of customer service and operational excellence.

Responsibilities

What You'll Do:

• Performs minor adjustments and repairs on motor equipment, such as tune-ups, oil changes, etc.
• Repairs demand and replacing broken parts.
• Services heavy road equipment with gasoline, diesel fuel, and oil.
• Performs service calls on airport property to address minor service repairs on aviation fleet equipment.
• Maintains garage and work areas to ensure areas are clean, organized, and meet safety requirements.
• Responsible for picking up parts as necessary from suppliers.
• Keeps accurate records of work and service perform in software database.
• Operates snow removal equipment when required.
• Must be available for recall during non-duty hours for emergencies, snow removal, or other critical operational needs.
• Physical presence in the workplace is required.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

REQUIRES

• 3 months of semi-skilled experience in automotive repairs;
• OR an equivalent combination of qualifying education and experience which may include the successful completion of an automotive repair trade school or the successful completion of a vocational technical program in automotive maintenance or completion of the Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification as a master automotive/truck technician.
• Must possess a valid state-issued driver's license in accordance with City of KCMO policies.
• Must possess a valid MO Class A, B or C CDL as determined by the department prior to the end of the probationary period.
• Must possess a valid State of Missouri Inspector Mechanic permit prior to the end of the probationary period.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and post-offer physical examination as prescribed by the City.
• Must pass a 10-year federal fingerprint-based criminal history background check.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Class A-Commercial Driver's License prior to the completion of 6-month probationary period.

Other Information

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 accommodations@kcmo.org .

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).