Automotive Mechanic - Full Time

PRO (Professional Referral Organization); Skokie (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Ins.

IMRF retirement pension

Paid vacation, sick days & holidays

Employee Assistance Program

457(b) retirement savings plan

Job summary

PRO (Professional Referral Organization) seeks an experienced automotive technician in Skokie, IL to repair and maintain a variety of vehicles and equipment. The role requires five years in auto/truck diesel repair, IL Class B CDL with air brake endorsement, and ASE Master certifications or equivalent.

Ability to obtain Mobile A/C license within two years is expected, with in-house training provided. Will use fleet management software to document diagnostics, repairs, and inspections, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 5 years in auto/truck/heavy duty diesel repair.
• Valid IL Class B CDL with air brake endorsement or ability to attain within 90 days with in-house training.
• ASE Master Automobile Technician and/or Master Heavy Duty Truck Technician certification, and Mobile Air Conditioning license required or attainable within 24 months with assistance.

Responsibilities

• Repair and maintain vehicles and equipment under supervision.
• Diagnose operator concerns and vehicle defects accurately and promptly.
• Document repairs, inspections, and results using fleet management software.
• Prepare seasonal equipment and vehicles for seasonal needs.
• Respond to overtime and off-hour emergencies including snow/ice.

Skills

Diesel repair experience

Vehicle diagnostics

Fleet software documentation

Tool usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

ASE Master Automobile Technician or Master Heavy Duty Truck Technician

Mobile Air Conditioning license

Tools

Automotive hand tools set (up to 1 1/4 in)

Power tools

Lifting equipment and hydraulic presses

Job description

Under general supervision of the Automotive Supervisor, performs skilled repair and maintenance work on a variety of vehicles and mechanical equipment; Performs general maintenance, inspections, and repairs on Village equipment, including light and heavy-duty diesel trucks; Performs regular inspections, maintenance, and cleaning of shop equipment and facilities; Diagnoses operator concerns and vehicle defects accurately and in a timely manner; Uses fleet management software to document repairs, inspections, and diagnostic results; Prepares seasonal equipment for use; Prepares vehicles for seasonal needs; Must respond to occasional overtime and off-hour emergencies, including snow and ice response; Performs other work-related tasks, as necessary.

High school diploma or equivalent required, and five years’ experience working in the auto/truck/heavy duty diesel repair industry; Valid State of Illinois Class “B” Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with air brake endorsement, or ability to attain within 90 days of employment, with in-house training provided; Automotive Services Excellence (ASE) Master Automobile Technician, and/or Master Heavy Duty Truck Technician certification, and Mobile Air conditioning license required, or ability to attain within 24 months of employment, with assistance provided; Ability to utilize hand tools, power tools, lifting equipment, torches, safety stands, bench grinders, drill presses, tire equipment, lift trucks, fluid and grease dispensers, and hydraulic presses Must possess a complete set of automotive tools up to 1 ¼” including mobile storage of same.

The salary range for this position is $85,459 - $111,797. The annualized starting salary range is $85,459 - $94,219 (DOQ). Generous benefits package includes medical, dental, vision & life insurance; IMRF retirement pension plan; confidential mental health assistance, paid vacation days, sick days, and holidays in the first year; Employee Assistance Plan, and 457(b) retirement savings plan.

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