Mechanic

Description

The Village of Mount Prospect Public Works Department is seeking qualified candidates to fill the position of Mechanic.  The position performs a variety of mechanical tasks associated with the maintenance and repair of vehicles and equipment, auto, light/heavy duty trucks, both gasoline and diesel, and off-road equipment, both gasoline and diesel. 

Essential Functions:

The essential job functions performed include highly skilled work on the Village’s public works, police, fire, and pool vehicles and various equipment which includes cars, light trucks, medium/heavy duty trucks, police cars, fire apparatus, ambulances, tractors, forklifts, chippers, skid steers, small engines, and more.  Work includes diagnoses and repair of complex mechanical and electrical issues; performs preventative maintenance on cars, trucks, and equipment. In addition the position performs tasks associated with medium/heavy truck braking systems that include hydraulic and air. Furthermore, the position is responsible for maintenance and repair of hydraulics and hydraulic control systems, electronic fuel injection, electronic transmissions, and electronic braking systems associated with light, medium, and heavy vehicles. In addition, fabrication, welding, and metal repairs are done in house. On the job training will be provided towards development into a well-rounded mechanic.  

Position also performs a variety of tasks necessary to achieve the goals of the Public Works Department, as determined by the Director of Public Works, using manual labor and construction trade skills; operates one or more types of equipment including snow plows, loaders, forklift, motorized tools, saws, etc.; and other duties as assigned. Additional functions include water main break repairs, sewer repairs, tree trimming, tree removals, brush chipping, landscape maintenance and the operation of equipment including backhoes, front end loaders, street sweepers and other equipment as assigned. On call and overtime work assigned by rotation among all mechanic employees. Overtime work is mandatory.

Requirements

Educational Requirements:

Associates degree in automotive/heavy truck technology or a related field required.

Experience Requirements:

A minimum of three (3) years’ experience as an automotive, truck and/or equipment technician is required.  Must have or the ability to obtain within one (1) year of employment Medium/Heavy Truck Master ASE Certification. Certifications must be maintained during term of employment. 

Must obtain a valid Illinois CDL Class B vehicle operator’s license within 90 days of employment. 

Starting Rate: $40.98 - $55.41 depending on qualifications. Excellent benefits include IMRF pension, holidays, sick, personal and vacation time, comprehensive health plans, life insurance, and 457 retirement plans. A complete job description is available by clicking here . 

Any offer of employment will be conditional upon the successful completion of a pre-employment physical, which includes a drug and alcohol screen. Mandatory residency requirement within one year of employment (Randall Road to Route 14 to Route 176 on the west, Route 176 on the north, Lake Michigan on the east, Lake Shore Drive and Roosevelt Road; westward to Ogden Avenue (Route 34); southwesterly and westerly to Route 59; north to its nexus with Route 64 and then westerly to a terminus at the intersection of Route 64 and Randall Road.)

The Village of Mount Prospect is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strives to be a welcoming and inclusive place for all. People of diverse backgrounds, veterans and those with disabilities are encouraged to apply.