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Trustees approve temporary mechanic 2 headcount increase for up to 120 days
Summary
Canton trustees approved a temporary headcount increase for a Mechanic 2 position for up to 120 days and adopted an associated budget amendment, citing an upcoming retirement and the need to maintain specialized vehicle and firefighting equipment.
The board approved a temporary headcount increase for a "Mechanic 2" position for up to 120 days and accepted a related budget amendment. Trustees and staff said the position requires journeyman skills to maintain diesel engines, firefighting apparatus and specialized township equipment; the request responds to an expected retirement in November and the time needed to recruit and train a qualified replacement.
Director Joshua Howell thanked the board for considering the request and emphasized that mechanics ensure fire trucks and other critical vehicles remain operational. The board approved the motion by voice vote.
Next steps: Human resources and the relevant department will implement the temporary hire and report back to trustees on hiring progress and budget adjustments.
