Mechanic II

The Village of Palatine Department of Public Works Fleet Services Division is seeking a...

Mechanic II

This position performs highly skilled work in the diagnosis, maintenance and repair of gasoline, diesel and alternative fuel powered vehicles and equipment in the Village fleet. Work involves the performance of preventative maintenance and repairs on automobiles, medium and heavy-duty trucks, firefighting apparatus, ambulances, police vehicles, construction equipment, snow plows, and other specialized equipment and small machinery. This position is responsible for performing the most complex repairs and requires only occasional instruction or assistance to complete tasks. Works closely with other Village departments to coordinate maintenance and repairs and requires a considerable amount of self-initiative and independent judgment.

Job Description : Essential job functions include, but are not limited to :

• Performs preventative maintenance and repairs on vehicles and equipment, including automobiles, trucks, fire equipment, police vehicles, construction equipment (such as loaders, backhoes, pavers, rollers, skid steers), specialty equipment (such as snow plows, street sweepers, sewer flushers, log loaders, bucket trucks), and small equipment (such as generators, pumps, chippers, mowers).
• Services and repairs engines, hydraulic and air brakes, ignition and lighting systems, transmissions, differentials, front and rear axle assemblies; hydraulic controls, heating, cooling, fuel and exhaust systems; and other mechanical, hydraulic and electrical components.
• Maintains diesel emission control systems and related components.
• Installs and maintains snow and ice control equipment such as plows, salt spreaders and liquid deicing chemical tanks.
• Maintains accurate repair records using fleet management software.
• Assists with leading and supervising subordinate Fleet Division employees to complete repairs correctly and efficiently and to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Welds and fabricates parts and components for equipment.
• Installs and maintains radios, emergency lighting, sirens, radars, video equipment and other emergency equipment.
• Responds to emergency road calls.
• Assists in training other employees on proper equipment operation and maintenance.
• Assists with snow plowing and ice control operations.
• Maintains availability on-call to respond to emergency situations.
• Maintains cleanliness of shop and functionality of shop equipment.
• Assists with other department functions as necessary.

Qualifications :

Education, Experience and Licenses :

Salary : Hiring rate : $35.20 per hour. Full range : $35.20 through $50.97 per hour.

Hours : Monday through Friday, 7 : 00 AM to 3 : 30 PM, plus availability for overtime.

Employment Duration : Full time.

To Apply : Candidates must complete the full application to be considered for this position. Resumes must also be attached, but will not be accepted in lieu of applications. Mailed, emailed and hand delivered resumes will not be accepted.

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