Mechanic-Sheriffs Office

Position Type: Service/Maintenance/Mechanic Sheriff Date Posted: 1/23/2026 Location: Sheriff Date Available: 01/23/2026 Closing Date: Until Filled ELKHART COUNTY GOVERNMENTAL POSITION VACANCY NOTICEMECHANICDEPARTMENT: Elkhart County Sheriff's Office HIRING RANGE: $30.36-$33.73/hour based on education and position related experience. Longevity pay after 3 years.BENEFITS OFFERED: • Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance • FREE Primary Care Health Clinic • Supplemental Insurance and Employee Assistance Program • Retirement PENSION and Deferred Compensation 457b • 14 Paid Holidays Annually • Generous Paid Vacation and Sick Time • Eligible Employer of the Public Service Loan Forgiveness ProgramPOSITION TO BE FILLED: ASAPHOURS & DAYS OF WORK: Monday-Friday, 40 hrs/weekLOCATION OF POSITION: Correctional Facility Campus-Elkhart, Elkhart CountyTRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Within County (please complete driving page on application)JOB SUMMARY: Responsible for providing service and maintenance for Department vehicles.JOB REQUIREMENTS: • High school diploma or GED with 2-5 years of previous mechanic experience preferred • Working knowledge of Department trucks, vehicles, and equipment, with ability to analyze and diagnose causes of mechanical/electrical malfunctions and drivability/safety issues and complete related maintenance and safety measures • Ability to operate a variety of machinery, equipment, and tools in performance of duties • Ability to work alone with minimum supervision and with others in a team environment • Ability to count, compute, calculate, and perform arithmetic operations • Ability to occasionally work extended hours, travel out of town to return equipment and respond to emergencies on a 24-hour basis; possession of a valid driver's license • Pre-employment background check (criminal and credit), and drug screenFor additional information or to apply, visit and click "Employment Opportunities"Elkhart County Human Resources 117 N. Second Street, Goshen, IN 46526 Telephone: (574) 535-6725 FAX: (574) 535-6750APPLICATIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL POSITION IS FILLEDElkhart County is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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